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Paula Resende
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Paula Resende

Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

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Desired Job Title

Procurement DirectorSteel Tubes Department ManagerGeneral DirectorLogistics, Planning & Purchasing Manager

Work Type

Full Time

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HybridOn-SiteRemote
Location: PortoMatosinhosMaiaVila Nova de Gaia
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsCompany CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hours

Summary

Senior Procurement Executive with 20+ years of international experience leading global procurement operations, process optimization, strategic sourcing, and supply chain transformation within industrial and commodities environments. Strong expertise in end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Source-to-Contract (S2C), supplier governance, procurement standardization, and international trade compliance. Extensive experience managing worldwide procurement activities, global supplier networks, and cross-functional operations across Europe, Asia, Middle East, and Latin America. Proven ability to drive process efficiency, cost optimization, compliance governance, and procurement excellence in complex and fast-moving international environments. Advanced knowledge of global trade regulations, customs duties, CBAM, anti-dumping regulations, EU import compliance, procurement governance, risk mitigation, contract negotiation, and ERP-driven procurement operations. Experienced in stakeholder management, process harmonization, KPI monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with global business objectives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Director

Antero & Ca, SA
01.2017 - Current
  • Lead global procurement operations and sourcing strategies for industrial commodities and raw materials.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and operational alignment across business functions.
  • Develop procurement governance frameworks, supplier performance management, and standardized purchasing procedures.
  • Lead international negotiations with suppliers and commercial partners worldwide.
  • Ensure compliance with CBAM requirements, EU import regulations, anti-dumping measures, and customs frameworks.
  • Monitor procurement KPIs, market intelligence, geopolitical risks, logistics disruptions, and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Collaborate with finance, sales, logistics, production, and executive leadership to support strategic decision-making.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and procurement process optimization.

Steel Tubes Department Manager

Nogueira & Ribeiro, Lda.
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Created and developed the steel tubes business unit, achieving 100% turnover growth.
  • Managed global sourcing, procurement operations, logistics coordination, and international supplier relationships.
  • Led stock optimization, commercial negotiations, and operational performance improvements.

General Director

Sidertubos, SA
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Led procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, and commercial development during company start-up phase.
  • Structured procurement and supply chain operations supporting rapid business growth and international sourcing.
  • Developed supplier and customer networks across domestic and international markets.
  • Achieved €4M turnover within the second year of operations.

Logistics, Planning & Purchasing Manager

A. Fontes Santos, SA
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Managed procurement planning, logistics operations, inventory control, and purchasing activities.
  • Coordinated operational workflows and procurement execution across multiple business functions.

Education

Degree - Mechanical Engineering

ISEP - Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto

Postgraduate Diploma - Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Porto Business School

Skills

  • Global Procurement Process Ownership
  • Procure-to-Pay (P2P) & Source-to-Contract (S2C)
  • Procurement Transformation & Standardization
  • Strategic Sourcing & Commodities Procurement
  • International Trade & Global Supply Chain
  • CBAM & EU Regulatory Compliance
  • Anti-Dumping & Customs Regulations
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
  • Procurement Governance & Internal Controls
  • ERP Systems SAP AS400 PRIMAVERA PHC
  • Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
  • KPI Monitoring & Performance Management
  • Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation
  • Cross-functional Leadership & Stakeholder Management

LANGUAGES

Portuguese — Native
English — Professional Proficiency
Spanish — Professional Proficiency

Timeline

Procurement Director

Antero & Ca, SA
01.2017 - Current

Steel Tubes Department Manager

Nogueira & Ribeiro, Lda.
01.2013 - 01.2017

General Director

Sidertubos, SA
01.2007 - 01.2013

Logistics, Planning & Purchasing Manager

A. Fontes Santos, SA
01.2004 - 01.2007

Degree - Mechanical Engineering

ISEP - Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto

Postgraduate Diploma - Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Porto Business School

SYSTEMS & TOOLS

SAP | AS400 | IBM | PRIMAVERA | PHC | E-Procurement Platforms | Data Reporting & KPI Monitoring

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