Raul Garcia
About Raul Garcia
Raul Garcia serves as the Vice President of Commercial and Operations for South America at Berry Plastics, roles he has held since 2016 and 2017 respectively. He has a background in key account management and logistics, with previous positions at Avery Dennison and Polymer Group Inc.
Work at Berry Plastics
Raul Garcia has held two significant positions at Berry Plastics since 2016. He has served as Vice President of Operations for South America for eight years, overseeing operational strategies and efficiencies in the region. In addition, he has been the Vice President Commercial for South America since 2017, focusing on commercial strategies and market development. Both roles are based in Evansville, Indiana, United States.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Berry Plastics, Raul Garcia worked at Polymer Group Inc in various roles from 2003 to 2016. His positions included Key Account Manager, Commercial Director, Logistics Director for Latin America, Customer Logistics Manager, and Senior Plant Director. He also worked at Avery Dennison as a Key Account Manager from 1998 to 2003. His extensive experience in the industry has contributed to his current leadership roles.
Education and Expertise
Raul Garcia studied Computer Systems Engineering at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana from 1987 to 1992. He has also been pursuing further education at the Fox School of Business at Temple University since 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in operations and commercial management within the plastics industry.
Career Development
Raul Garcia's career development spans over two decades in the manufacturing and commercial sectors. His progression from Key Account Manager to Vice President reflects his ability to adapt and lead in various roles. His experience at Polymer Group Inc, where he held multiple managerial positions, has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of operations, logistics, and customer relations.