Gianluca Valente

Gianluca Valente is an experienced procurement leader currently serving as the Head of Procurement for the ALPLA Group since June 2024, overseeing strategic sourcing across Europe with a substantial spend exceeding 1 billion euros annually. Previous roles include Senior Procurement Director at Greif, Inc., where Gianluca managed global raw materials sourcing, and Global Purchasing Manager positions at RB, focusing on agricultural and chemical derivatives, as well as packaging. Early career experience encompasses roles at Whirlpool Corporation, Menarini, and Boehringer Ingelheim, where Gianluca developed expertise in supply chain management and procurement strategies for various materials. Gianluca Valente holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna.