Silvia Simon

Silvia Simon is a highly experienced professional in procurement and sales management with a robust background spanning various roles in the automotive and retail industries. Currently serving as Purchasing Director for SA & DNBR at DENSO since December 2022, Silvia previously held the position of LATAM Procurement Senior Manager at Mercedes-Benz do Brasil Ltda., where responsibilities included overseeing direct materials procurement and leading a team of 22 individuals. Prior to that, Silvia worked at PSA Peugeot Citroën for over 14 years, progressing through various roles including Latin America Procurement Executive Manager, where a focus on procurement strategy and operational improvement was key. Silvia's early career included positions in sales management at KIABI and economic analysis at ECM Infrafours Physitherm, complemented by internships at Shell. Academic achievements include a degree in Economics from Universidade Estadual de Campinas and master's degrees in Executive Management and Foreign Commerce.