Ruben Matera

Ruben Matera is a seasoned procurement and supply chain professional with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as Senior Procurement Manager - LATAM and Global Procurement Partner for the Coatings business at The Lubrizol Corporation, Ruben aligns procurement strategies with global leadership. Previous roles include Procurement and Supply Chain Manager at Vibra Energia, where responsibilities encompassed direct procurement for lubricants, and Global Category Manager at Vale and Moove, managing significant annual spends and developing sourcing partnerships. Ruben's career also includes a special assignment at IBM focusing on contract management for high-value leasing contracts and customer service roles that enhanced logistics operations. Academic credentials include an MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from FGV, executive training from Wharton, and specialization in Business Management and Marketing from ESPM.