Fernando Merino Vega

Fernando Merino Vega is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in category management, contract administration, and finance analysis within the mining and steel industries. As a Category Management Specialist at Cobre Panamá since January 2018, Fernando manages an annual spend of $200M and develops strategies based on comprehensive spend reviews and risk analyses. Previous roles include Senior Contracts Officer at Cobre Panamá, where responsibilities included sourcing process planning and contract compliance, and Finance Analyst at Minera Yanacocha, overseeing accounts payable and payroll processing. Fernando's career began at SIDERPERU, where training in procurement and advancements in production programming laid a solid foundation for further growth. Fernando holds an M.B.A. from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú and a degree from the National University of Engineering.