Lucy De La Torre
About Lucy De La Torre
Lucy De La Torre is the Global Sourcing Director - Ingredients at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with over 15 years of experience in various sourcing and procurement roles within the company.
Current Title and Role
Lucy De La Torre is the Global Sourcing Director - Ingredients at General Mills, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the sourcing of ingredients for the company globally. Lucy's extensive experience within General Mills and in the field of sourcing and procurement provides her with a depth of knowledge and expertise in managing the company's ingredient supply chain.
Past Roles at General Mills
Lucy De La Torre has held various roles at General Mills over her 15 years with the company. Her positions have included Senior Sourcing Manager - Sales and Marketing Support (2015-2017), Sourcing Manager - Performance Ingredients (2012-2015), Assistant Manager, External Partner Development (2011-2012), Senior Associate, External Partner Development (2010-2011), Buyer II - Marketing Services (2008-2010), and Buyer - Value Added Ingredients (2007-2008). Each role has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the company’s operations, particularly in sourcing and external partnerships.
Education and Academic Background
Lucy De La Torre holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School Of Management, which she completed between 2009 and 2012. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management from Arizona State University, where she studied from 2002 to 2007. Her academic background in business and supply chain management underpins her professional expertise in these areas.
Early Career at Intel Corporation
Lucy De La Torre began her career as an Econtract Program Intern at Intel Corporation, working there from 2006 to 2007 in Santa Clara, California, United States. This role provided her with foundational experience in the tech industry and exposed her to the intricacies of contract management and internal operations. The skills and insights gained during her internship at Intel served as a stepping stone for her subsequent long-term career at General Mills.
Expertise in Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
With over 15 years of experience at General Mills, Lucy De La Torre has developed substantial expertise in sourcing and supply chain management. Her career has included roles focused on ingredients sourcing, marketing services, performance ingredients, and external partner development. Her professional journey reflects a strong capacity to manage complex sourcing operations and develop beneficial partnerships, supported by her academic qualifications in business administration and supply chain management.