Rafael Garavito Ramirez

Rafael Garavito Ramirez is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in managing regional procurement operations across Latin America. Currently serving as Corporate Senior Regional Procurement Manager at Softys since March 2021, Rafael oversees procurement for direct materials and finished goods. Prior roles include Head of Procurement for Peru at adm Group Ltd, where responsibilities included managing the operational sourcing center, and Regional Procurement Category Manager at Nestlé, focusing on sourcing strategies for textiles and drinkware. Rafael's background also encompasses significant positions at SABMiller, O-I, and Alicorp, with expertise in spend management and supplier negotiations. Academically, Rafael holds an MBA from TECNOLOGICO DE MONTERREY, a master's degree in Logistics from Universidad ESAN, and an industrial engineering degree from Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas. Additional training includes a course on Managing Sustainable Corporations from the University of Oxford.