Bárbara Ríos Ernst

Bárbara Ríos Ernst is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in procurement and business transformation, currently serving at Gestamp since May 2007 in various managerial roles, including Global Supplier Risk and Procurement Excellence Manager, as well as Business Transformation Manager. Bárbara has led cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing business processes through technologies such as RPA and AI, alongside managing corporate purchasing systems and specialist consulting teams. Prior experience includes positions at CEPSA as an Administrative Technician in International Trade and at the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of Madrid as a Technician in Foreign Trade. Educational qualifications include a Licenciatura in Political Science and Administration from the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, a Postgraduate degree in Foreign Trade from Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, a Master's in European Studies from Universidade da Coruña, and a Master's in Internet Business from ISDI.