David Gaytan
About David Gaytan
David Gaytan is a Senior Buyer in Indirect Procurement for Human Resources and Professional Services at Schneider Electric, where he has worked since 2017. He specializes in strategic sourcing and leads a global team focused on corporate well-being training.
Work at Schneider Electric
David Gaytan has been employed at Schneider Electric since 2017, serving as the Senior Buyer for Indirect Procurement in Human Resources and Professional Services. His role involves strategic sourcing of software and professional services. He leads the global team responsible for corporate Well-Being Mindfulness at Work training, emphasizing the importance of employee wellness within the organization. Additionally, he acts as the single point of contact for indirect procurement initiatives, focusing on payment terms improvement and supplier base optimization.
Previous Experience
Before his current role at Schneider Electric, David Gaytan worked as an E-reverse Auction Leader and Purchasing Business Intelligence Partner at Schneider Electric from 2013 to 2017. He also gained experience as a Junior Business Analyst at Transalta from 2005 to 2007 and as a Project Controls Engineer at Gruma from 2008 to 2013. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in procurement and business analysis.
Education and Expertise
David Gaytan studied at the American School Foundation in Mexico City and the American School Foundation of Monterrey. He holds a degree in Engineering from Tecnológico De Monterrey, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement processes, particularly in conducting e-Reverse Auctions and commodity planning.
Specialization in Strategic Sourcing
David Gaytan specializes in the strategic sourcing of software and professional services. His responsibilities include aligning business and stakeholder needs with global strategies, ensuring that procurement initiatives meet organizational goals. His expertise in e-Reverse Auctions enhances the efficiency of procurement processes, allowing for competitive bidding and cost savings.