Mariela Castro

Mariela Castro is an accomplished supply chain executive with extensive experience in procurement, sourcing, and operations leadership. Currently serving as Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Shaklee Corporation since July 2020, Mariela guides strategic direction for procurement and international operations, overseeing a team of 14 members. Concurrently, Mariela is Chairperson of the Board at VacaJump Food Brokers and Consultants, where specialized consultancy services are provided to market Hispanic products in the food services industry. Previous roles include Strategic Sourcing Group Director at Safeway, managing significant indirect spend, and leading various sourcing initiatives. Mariela is also a co-founder of the Hispanic Leadership Network at Safeway and has held various leadership positions in NSHMBA, showcasing a commitment to mentorship and professional development. Educationally, Mariela holds an MBA in Finance from Philadelphia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Textile Design from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City.