Dimitrios Patras
About Dimitrios Patras
Dimitrios Patras serves as the Regional VP of Customer Success at Candex, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at UBS, Carlsberg Group, and Nestle S.A. He holds an MSc in Management with Operations from the University of Bath and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Piraeus.
Work at Candex
Dimitrios Patras serves as the Regional VP Customer Success at Candex, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction and driving success across the region. His extensive background in procurement and supply chain management contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at UBS
Before joining Candex, Dimitrios worked at UBS as the Head of Procure to Pay processes from 2020 to 2022. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, he managed the procurement processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance within the organization during his two-year tenure.
Career at Carlsberg Group
Dimitrios held the position of Global Senior Source to Pay Manager at Carlsberg Group for one year, from 2019 to 2020, in the Zürich Area, Switzerland. His role involved overseeing source-to-pay processes, contributing to the company's operational efficiency in the food and beverages sector.
Education and Expertise
Dimitrios Patras earned his Master of Science in Management with Operations from the University of Bath in the UK, studying from 2005 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Piraeus in Greece, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. His academic background supports his expertise in supply chain management and procurement processes.
Experience in the Food & Beverages Industry
Dimitrios has a demonstrated history of working in the food and beverages industry, with significant roles at Nestle S.A. and Carlsberg Group. His experience includes positions such as Global Source-to-Pay Flow Improvement Project Manager and S&IM Strategic Buyer - Procurement Excellence Lead, showcasing his knowledge in managing high-volume, low-margin products.