Jose R. Garcia Santamaria

Jose R. Garcia Santamaria holds extensive leadership experience in the automotive and rare earths sectors. Currently serving as Chairman of the Advisory Board at REIA and Senior Director of Global Capex & Consumables Procurement at Cimpress, Garcia Santamaria has a strong focus on supply chain security and technological innovation. Previous roles include Vice-Chairman of REIA, Head of Global Marketing at Lynas Corporation, and Commercial Operations Director at PSA Peugeot Citroën. With a solid educational background, including an MBA from IESE Business School and advanced studies in engineering, Garcia Santamaria has successfully led procurement, marketing, and sales operations across multiple international markets, emphasizing sustainability and strategic partnerships.