Felipe Vargas
@felipevargas1
I lead global procurement transformation, vendor governance, and AI-enabled Source-to-Pay operations across fintech and technology.
BrazilWhat I'm looking for
At Bitso, I lead global procurement operations, Procure-to-Pay processes, and vendor governance across multiple jurisdictions in a high-growth fintech environment.
I'm the executive owner of PIVOT platforms, redesigning intake, sourcing, approvals, vendor onboarding, contracting, and procurement workflows. I manage the full lifecycle for 150+ global vendors, from due diligence and negotiations through renewals, performance, and risk management.
I've led the transition from Coupa to an AI-enabled PIVOT Source-to-Pay platform, implemented CLM and renewal governance, and built AP/AR automation integrated with NetSuite. These transformation initiatives delivered 24% procurement savings in 2025 and 13% in 2024.
My background spans Bitso, Intelbras, Grupo RBS, and Yara International, where I've led strategic sourcing, supplier governance, technology procurement, and complex commercial negotiations across global markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead global procurement operations, P2P processes, and vendor governance across multiple jurisdictions in a high-growth fintech environment. Manage the full supplier lifecycle for 150+ global vendors and lead complex commercial negotiations.
Procurement Specialist
Intelbras
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Led strategic sourcing initiatives for telecom, networking, fiber optics, infrastructure, and technology categories. Managed supplier relationships across Brazil and China, driving commercial optimization and supply continuity.
Procurement Specialist
Grupo RBS
Jul 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 6 months)
Executed complex sourcing strategies and procurement transformation initiatives. Redesigned procurement policies, governance frameworks, and performance KPIs.
Owned IT procurement strategy covering software, hardware, telecom, and infrastructure services. Led supplier governance, sourcing initiatives, and commercial negotiations aligned with global category strategies.
Senior Buyer / Buyer / Procurement Assistant
Before
Jan 2010 - Dec 2018 (8 years 11 months)
Progressive procurement career managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, purchasing operations, and category support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unisul
MBA, IT Project Management
MBA in IT Project Management from Unisul, completed in 2025.
UniRitter
MBA, Economics & Business Management
MBA in Economics and Business Management from UniRitter.
FAPA
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from FAPA.
Availability
Location
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