Paula Carvalhais Paiva Ferreira

Paula Carvalhais Paiva Ferreira is a seasoned professional in procurement management with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as a Global Procurement Senior Manager at Louis Dreyfus Company since April 2023, Paula oversees a significant spend portfolio, managing a team responsible for CAPEX and direct material strategy. Previous roles include Head of Procurement at Daki, contributing to its rapid growth as a unicorn startup, and Procurement Senior Manager at Localiza, where Paula structured indirect materials management. Additional experience includes key procurement and sales positions at Whirlpool Corporation and The Kraft Heinz Company, among others. Paula holds an International MBA from FIA Business School and has furthered education in innovation and digital transformation at prestigious institutions such as Stanford University and UC Berkeley.