Carlos Cruz

Carlos Cruz is an experienced procurement professional with a significant background in international and local purchasing across various industries. Currently serving as Coordinador de Compras Directos at Rintisa since May 2022, Carlos is responsible for negotiating and developing supplier relationships for a diverse range of commodities and materials with an annual spend exceeding US$120 million. Prior to this role, Carlos held positions at Ingredion Incorporated, where responsibilities included managing procurement for three plants in the Andean region, and at Invetsa, focusing on logistics and supply chain management. Carlos also contributed to international trade consultancy at the Cámara de Comercio e Industria Peruano Francesa. Academically, Carlos is pursuing Executive MBA degrees from San Ignacio University and Escuela de Posgrado de la Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, with a foundational Bachelor's degree in international business and additional qualifications in logistics and international commerce.