Leonardo Chinea

Leonardo Chinea is a skilled procurement and project management professional with extensive experience in the manufacturing and research sectors. Currently serving as Procurement Manager for Systems Brass & Parts at Ariston Thermo Group since February 2021, Leonardo focuses on purchasing and negotiating conditions for raw materials essential for producing boilers, heat pumps, and water heaters. Prior experience includes roles at Pirelli as an R&D Global Buyer and Project Leader, where responsibilities encompassed merchandise acquisition, market analysis, and project management for tire production machinery. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree and Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Università degli Studi di Perugia, complemented by research experience at Columbia University focusing on biogas upgrading solutions.