Patricia Cortez

Patricia Cortez is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, business development, and financial leadership across various industries in Latin America. Currently serving as Strategic Project and Innovation Sr. Manager South America and Commercial Lead South Cone at Upfield since June 2018, Patricia has successfully opened new markets in Bolivia and Uruguay during challenging times, while also leading procurement efforts for 150M EUR across multiple market units and production sites. Previous roles include Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager at Merz, Strategic Sourcing Sr. Manager at Grünenthal, and Marketing & Trademarketing Sourcing & Supplier Development Manager at Grupo Danone, among others. Patricia Cortez holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Universidad La Salle, A.C.