Sylvain KERLAOUEZO is an experienced IT Purchasing Segment Leader at Valeo since September 2022, focusing on supporting R&D activities in alignment with purchasing processes and KPIs. Prior to this role, Sylvain was a Group IT Buyer at Sopra Steria from September 2017 to September 2022, managing group purchasing subjects across France and Europe. Sylvain also served as an Inter-operation Buyer at Safran Helicopter Engines briefly in early 2017, where responsibilities included implementing a new purchasing strategy and rationalizing the supplier panel. Sylvain holds a Master of Science in International Purchasing & Innovation Management from KEDGE Business School, along with a Master’s degree in Supply Chain & International Trade from ESCE International Business School. Academic background also includes degrees from Universidad de Alcalá and Université Paris Nanterre.