ASAlvaro Lopez Soto
@alvarolopezsoto
Corporate procurement and business development professional driving cost optimisation and supplier value.
SpainWhat I'm looking for
I am a procurement and business development professional with over seven years' experience across hospitality, consumer goods, and logistics, focused on cost optimisation, supplier relationship management, and process improvement.
In my current role I defined and implemented a corporate procurement strategy, negotiated national and international framework agreements, introduced cost-saving policies, and coordinated finance and operations to improve budget control.
I bring hands-on ERP experience (SAP, Dynamics 365), advanced Excel skills, and a proactive, analytical leadership style that delivers measurable results in procurement efficiency and commercial growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Corporate Procurement Manager
Kaizen Hoteles
May 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Defined and implemented corporate procurement strategy, negotiated framework agreements with national and international suppliers, and introduced cost-saving policies and budget controls to improve margin and compliance.
Procurement Specialist
González Byass
Mar 2023 - May 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Managed procurement of materials and services, oversaw purchase orders and stock in SAP ERP, evaluated and approved suppliers, and streamlined procurement processes to increase efficiency.
Sales Executive
Smurfit Kappa / SEUR Geopost
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (5 years)
Prospected and acquired B2B clients in industrial and logistics sectors, developed tailored commercial proposals, met sales targets, and produced profitability analyses and performance reports contributing to regional growth.
Market Research Analyst
Persán
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Analyzed consumer trends and competitive landscape, prepared reports with strategic recommendations, and supported marketing and sales teams in data-driven decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
EBENEB (European Business School of Barcelona)
Master’s Degree, Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
Completed a Master’s Degree in Digital Marketing & E-Commerce focusing on digital strategy, e-commerce platforms, and online marketing techniques.
PUPablo de Olavide University
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration & Management
Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration & Management with coursework in finance, marketing, and operations.
USUniversità degli Studi del Sannio
Laurea (Erasmus exchange), Economia e Management
Participated in an Erasmus exchange studying Economia e Management, gaining international exposure to business and economics coursework.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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