Manuel Pereira
About Manuel Pereira
Manuel Pereira is the Procurement Compliance Manager for P2P Operations at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2021. He previously held various roles at Eurofins and LSC Communications, accumulating extensive experience in procurement and operations management.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Manuel Pereira serves as the Procurement Compliance Manager P2P Operations at Advance Auto Parts since 2021. In this role, he acts as the primary point of contact for internal customers regarding Oracle Cloud ERP. He is responsible for maintaining the flow of purchase orders to vendors and ensuring that data related to spending is communicated effectively to relevant parties. Additionally, he serves as the subject matter expert on purchasing rules and regulations within the organization.
Previous Experience at Eurofins
Prior to his current position, Manuel Pereira worked at Eurofins in various roles from 2017 to 2021. He began as a Purchasing Specialist for five months in 2017, followed by a role as Purchasing Group Leader from 2017 to 2020. He then transitioned to the role of Procurement Operations Manager, where he worked for one year until 2021. His experience at Eurofins was primarily based in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area.
Career Background in IT and Procurement
Manuel Pereira has a diverse background in IT and procurement. He worked at LSC Communications, Inc. as an IT Asset Administrator from 2012 to 2017, gaining valuable experience in asset management. Additionally, he served as a Workflow Coordinator at Comcast Cable from 2007 to 2011. His roles have provided him with a strong foundation in both technology and procurement processes.
Educational Qualifications
Manuel Pereira holds an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Business from the University of Phoenix, which he completed from 2006 to 2008. He furthered his education at Western Governors University, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business with a focus on Human Resource Management from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in procurement and compliance.