Andres Siles Bsme, MBA
About Andres Siles Bsme, MBA
Andres Siles is the Director of NA Project and Global Indirect Procurement at Emerson Automation Solutions, with over 22 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, and contracts management.
Current Role at Emerson Automation Solutions
Andres Siles holds the position of Director, NA Project and Global Indirect Procurement at Emerson Automation Solutions in Alberta, Canada. His role involves overseeing project management and procurement operations on a North American and global scale. With his extensive experience, Andres plays a crucial role in optimizing procurement processes and ensuring efficient project support.
Previous Roles at Emerson Automation Solutions
Before his current role, Andres Siles served as Project Support Services Manager at Emerson Automation Solutions from 2018 to 2022 in Calgary, AB, Canada. During this period, he managed project support services, further developing his expertise in procurement and project management. Additionally, he worked as Manager, Procurement & Contracts from 2015 to 2018, where he was responsible for managing procurement and contract negotiations, providing vital support to the company’s procurement initiatives.
Career at SNC-Lavalin
From 2012 to 2015, Andres Siles worked at SNC-Lavalin as Project Procurement & Contracts Supervisor in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In this role, he supervised project procurement and contract activities, contributing significantly to the projects undertaken by the company. His responsibilities included ensuring that procurement practices aligned with project needs effectively.
Education and Credentials
Andres Siles has a rich educational background, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (1991-1996). He furthered his education with an MBA in Administración from Universidad de La Salle Bajío, A.C. between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, he achieved a Contracts Management Certificate from Mount Royal University from 2016 to 2018. His educational qualifications provide a strong foundation for his expertise in procurement, supply chain, and contracts management.
Additional Professional Experience
Beyond his tenure at Emerson Automation Solutions and SNC-Lavalin, Andres Siles gained extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management through various roles. He worked as Purchasing Administrative Manager at Polimeros & Derivados S.A. de C.V. in Mexico from 2010 to 2012, and as Supply Chain Manager for Latin America at Flowserve from 2008 to 2009. His early career includes roles such as Purchasing Manager at Química Central de México, and Senior Buyer at CNH, which provided him with invaluable experience and skills in the procurement field.