Veronica Barrera Ramírez
About Veronica Barrera Ramírez
Veronica Barrera Ramírez is the Directora de Recursos Humanos para P&G Colombia, with extensive experience in HR and a strong focus on leadership development, work-life balance, diversity, and inclusion.
Current Position at Procter & Gamble
Veronica Barrera Ramírez currently holds the position of Directora de Recursos Humanos para P&G Colombia at Procter & Gamble. She has been in this role since 2022, bringing significant HR expertise to the company, especially in areas like trust in leadership and enhancing work-life balance. Veronica’s strategic focus includes developing team leaders and advocating for diversity and inclusion within the organization.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Prior to her current role, Veronica served in various capacities within Procter & Gamble. From 2019 to 2022, she was the Gerente Senior de Recursos Humanos in Bogotá, Colombia. She also held the title of Gerente Senior de Recursos Humanos in Panama, Panama, from 2017 to 2019, and was Gerente de Recursos Humanos from 2012 to 2017. Her journey at Procter & Gamble began as Practicante de Recursos Humanos from 2010 to 2012 in Bogotá, demonstrating her long-term commitment and extensive experience within the company.
Experience in Panama
Veronica Barrera Ramírez has accumulated eight years of professional experience living and working in Panama. During her tenure as Gerente Senior de Recursos Humanos from 2017 to 2019, she gained extensive knowledge of the region, which continues to inform her strategic decisions in her current roles. Her time in Panama was marked by her dedication to developing team leadership and promoting diversity and inclusion.
Educational Background
Veronica studied at Universidad EAFIT, where she earned her degree in Contabilidad y Negocios, becoming a Contadora. Her academic journey lasted from 2006 to 2011. This foundational education equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various HR roles throughout her career.
Early Career at AGN Jimenez & Asociados Ltda
Before joining Procter & Gamble, Veronica worked at AGN Jimenez & Asociados Ltda as Practicante de Revisoría Fiscal from 2008 to 2009 in Medellin, Colombia. This early role provided her with essential experience in the financial audit sector, laying the groundwork for her future in human resources management.