Patricia Diogo
About Patricia Diogo
Patricia Diogo serves as the Head of Procurement at Swissport in São Paulo, Brazil, where she has worked since 2020. With a strong background in supply chain management and expertise in strategic sourcing, she has held various procurement roles in notable companies throughout her career.
Work at Swissport
Patricia Diogo has served as the Head of Procurement at Swissport since 2020. In this role, she oversees procurement activities in São Paulo, Brazil. Her responsibilities include strategic sourcing and category management, as well as the implementation of key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance procurement intelligence. Patricia's leadership focuses on standardizing management models and reports to ensure effective goal tracking within her team.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Swissport, Patricia held several procurement roles in various companies. She worked at SYNCREON as Coordenadora de Compras from 2016 to 2018, and at CEVA Logistics as Coordenador de Compras from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she was employed at Hyster Brasil as Coordenadora de Compras e Planejamento from 2014 to 2016, and at Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional as Coordenadora de Compras de Serviços from 2012 to 2014. Her diverse experience spans multiple sectors, showcasing her adaptability in supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Diogo studied at Universidade Paulista, where she earned a Bacharelado em Administração in Administração de Empresas. She holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, which signifies her proficiency in process improvement and quality management. Additionally, she is a key user of SAP MM and TOTVS, reflecting her expertise in enterprise resource planning systems.
Specializations in Procurement
Patricia specializes in strategic sourcing and category management. She has experience with reverse auctions and total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization. Throughout her career, she has successfully implemented cost reduction projects and built effective interfaces with various internal departments and suppliers. Her role often involves the establishment of procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.
Implementation of Procurement Systems
During her career, Patricia has been instrumental in the implementation of procurement systems. Notably, she played a key role in implementing the Ariba System during biannual trips to the United States for the establishment of two new distribution centers. This initiative highlights her capability in managing complex projects and enhancing procurement processes.