Natalia Vaca

As Team Leader of the Supplier Screening team, I managed key accounts and support global clients with strategic planning, sourcing, and risk mitigation. I led an international team of 5 project managers and 15+ analysts, oversaw resource allocation, and ensured high-quality project execution. I developed a risk compliance framework aligned with GDPR, and drove the team development through recruitment, training, and feedback initiatives.

As a Project Manager, I led global sourcing projects—mainly in EMEA and Americas—managing multicultural teams and tailoring planning to each project's scope, region, budget, and complexity. I coordinated supplier research, KPIs verification, benchmarking, and tendering across diverse industries. Additionally, I maintained daily client updates on progress and market insights, managed expectations, and delivered onboarding and trainings to new team members in the Supplier Screening Team.

I worked in the Supplier Screening and Desk Research teams, conducting primary and secondary research across multiple projects. There, I created company profiles and presentations using databases, press, and official sources. Also, I developed strong communication skills to conduct cold calls and surveys in English and Spanish, thus ensuring high-quality insights and analysis in every assignment.

I was responsible for administrative tasks of two of the largest teams in the Design Center at Guadalajara. There, I coordinated events, trainings, and presentations, and streamlined tasks for managers. A highlight was organizing the biannual “Power On” event, hosting 150+ international guests and 400+ engineers. I handled all logistics—from travel to meals—ensuring smooth execution and clear communication for this high-impact initiative.

I supported a recruiting initiative and contributed to grow one of the largest divisions at the site by 30%. Additionally, I managed and virtualized the induction program, thus shortening the onboarding time. As a diversity advocate, I supported gender and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Also, I championed the Virtual Interviewing platform, streamlining the hiring process to ensure faster and more accurate recruitment of top talent.

I supported the Sales Manager in national and North American markets, serving as the main contact for U.S. clients. My tasks included quotation management, setting clients orders, coordinated export logistics, and handled customs documentation. I improved the export process and optimized tracking reports, reducing processing time by 40% and boosting customer satisfaction. I proactively identified bottlenecks, solve problems, and streamline operations to strengthen global connections.

I assist six managers with their purchasing tasks, helping save them valuable time and effort on administrative duties. My primary responsibility is placing high-volume orders for electronic components into the ERP system (SAP) and maintaining constant communication with distributors and suppliers. I oversee delivery schedules and shipment logistics. Timing is always critical, and I take pride in ensuring materials are ready on time to support the success of each project.

Marketing Management - Branding, Pricing, Marketing strategies, Sales, Marketing innovation, Entrepreneurship.

General business subjects - Accounting, Finance, Economy, International Commerce, Human Resources, etc