Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Paula Martinez is a seasoned procurement executive with over two decades of experience driving strategic initiatives and leading high-performing teams. As the Chief Procurement Officer at Kenvue, she oversees the company's global procurement operations, with a focus on driving cost efficiencies, fostering supplier relationships, and aligning procurement strategies with the organization's overall business objectives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Procurement Officer at Kenvue, Paula is responsible for developing and implementing the company's procurement strategy, managing a team of procurement professionals, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize the procurement process. She has played a pivotal role in streamlining procurement operations, implementing data-driven decision-making, and enhancing supplier relationships to support Kenvue's growth and profitability.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Paula served as the Chief Procurement Officer at Novartis, where she led the transformation of the global procurement function, driving cost savings and improving supplier performance. She has also held procurement leadership positions at adidas, UCB, and Anheuser-Busch InBev, where she consistently delivered tangible results and played a key role in shaping the procurement function.
Academic Background
Paula holds a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Zurich, where she graduated with distinction. Her extensive education and continuous professional development have equipped her with a deep understanding of procurement best practices, strategic sourcing, and supply chain optimization.
Areas of Expertise
- Global procurement strategy and operations
- Category management and strategic sourcing
- Supplier relationship management and collaboration
- Procurement technology and data-driven decision-making
- Change management and organizational transformation
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Paula has spearheaded numerous successful procurement initiatives, including the implementation of a global procurement platform at Novartis, which resulted in significant cost savings and process efficiencies. She has also been an active member of the Procurement Leaders advisory board, where she has shared her expertise and contributed to industry thought leadership.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic mindset, Paula Martinez is a trusted procurement leader who consistently delivers tangible results for her organizations. In her current role at Kenvue, she is poised to drive further procurement excellence and contribute to the company's overall success.
