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Paula Leon

@paulaleon

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Supply chain and logistics manager driving cost-efficient international operations and supplier networks.

Colombia

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a leadership role in supply chain or logistics where I can drive operational efficiency, lead multicultural teams, and implement scalable procurement, logistics and distribution solutions.

I am a Supply Chain and Logistics Manager with a Master’s in Logistics Management and over nine years leading international operations across healthcare, retail, and humanitarian sectors. I have led cross-functional projects, managed import/export and customs processes, negotiated contracts with carriers and suppliers, and implemented KPIs and digital tools to improve visibility and efficiency.

I have experience coordinating regional logistics for complex humanitarian responses, supervising regulated medical inventories, and operating SAP MM/SD modules to streamline procurement and distribution. I deliver scalable logistics solutions, mentor multicultural teams, and focus on continuous improvement to reduce costs and lead times.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Manager of Supply Chain

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ShineOn

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Promoted from Logistics Specialist to lead Supply Chain and Logistics, overseeing inbound/outbound shipments from China, US and EU, optimizing procurement and carrier contracts to improve delivery cost-effectiveness and compliance across multiple countries.

Supplier Management Customs Compliance Procurement Carrier Negotiation

Operaciones Analyst

Arthrex

Feb 2023 - Mar 2024 (1 year 1 month)

Coordinated 3PL providers and supervised import/export processes for medical devices, applied tax benefits to optimize costs, and managed regulated inventories and batch/expiry controls to ensure compliance and reduce lead times.

3PL Coordination Customs Clearance Inventory Control Regulatory Compliance Export Operations Route Planning Reverse Logistics

Senior Logistics Assistant

International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent

Dec 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years)

Led logistics and procurement for the Andean Country Cluster, managing donor-funded bids worth over USD 6.5M, coordinating regional 3PL services and emergency medical supply imports for COVID-19 and disaster responses.

Humanitarian Logistics Procurement Donor Funded Project Management 3PL Coordination Supplier Sourcing & Compliance Emergency Response

Tactical Logistics Specialist

Schlumberger SLS Distribution

Sep 2018 - Apr 2020 (1 year 7 months)

Prepared and analyzed international export/import documentation across multiple countries, managed SAP MM transactions and goods valuation, and developed Excel tools to streamline logistics operations and improve productivity.

Excel Automation Process Improvement

Logistics assistant

Trade Alliance Corporation

Aug 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years)

Managed 3PL performance, processed SAP MM data for import cost liquidation for major retail brands, developed process optimization tools, and produced import KPIs and reports for Spain and Colombia.

3PL Management Import Costing Excel KPIs Process Optimization