Richard de la Torre

Richard De La Torre is an accomplished procurement manager with extensive experience in planning operations across various sectors, including plastics, automotive, and lumber. Currently serving as Procurement Manager at CHEP since July 2011, Richard is responsible for implementing procurement initiatives and managing demand planning and sourcing execution across North America and Latin America. Previously held positions include Director of Projects & Business Process at Cardo AB, where Richard developed best business practices and managed large capital projects, and Project Engineer at Fedders Corporation, overseeing industrial HVAC projects. Richard's educational background includes multiple degrees, with a Master's in Process Engineering from Villanova University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.