Paul Valdepena

Paul Valdepena is an accomplished professional in the grocery and produce merchandising industry, currently serving as the Director of Procurement Perishables at Grocers Supply since May 2014. With extensive experience that includes roles such as Procurement Manager at Grocers Supply, Produce Merchandiser at Fiesta Mart, Inc., and DMM of Produce & Floral for SUPERVALU, Paul has overseen numerous aspects of sales, gross margin, and team development across various chains. Notably, Paul achieved significant sales successes at HEB, where seven new weekly sales records were set, and contributed notably to sales growth. Additionally, as a Regional Produce Buyer at Wal-Mart, Paul developed a successful Asian strategy and consistently ranked among the top buyers for five consecutive years. Earlier career experiences include managing produce departments at Albertsons and foundational roles that established a strong background in merchandising and operational excellence. Paul holds an education from San Antonio College.