Luiz Assi
About Luiz Assi
Luiz Assi is a Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Thomson Reuters, specializing in global content. He has over 15 years of experience in procurement across various industries, including technology, chemicals, and automotive.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Luiz Assi serves as the Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing (Global Content) at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he utilizes market intelligence and supplier performance management to enhance sourcing strategies. His focus is on optimizing procurement processes and fostering relationships with internal stakeholders. Assi has been instrumental in pioneering changes that have significantly improved purchasing operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to his current role, Luiz Assi worked at Thomson Reuters in various capacities. He was a Senior Sourcing Specialist for one month in 2015 and later served as Sourcing Manager from 2015 to 2017. During his tenure, he contributed to sourcing strategies and supplier management, leveraging his expertise to support the company's procurement objectives.
Career at The Dow Chemical Company
Luiz Assi has extensive experience with The Dow Chemical Company, where he held multiple positions from 1996 to 2014. His roles included Accounts Payable Processor, Purchasing Client Services Representative for Raw Materials & Packaging, Labor and Services Sourcing Specialist, Dow Automotive Sourcing Specialist, and Electrical and Instrumentation Sourcing Specialist. This diverse background in procurement and sourcing across various sectors has provided him with a solid foundation in the industry.
Education and Professional Development
Luiz Assi holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Universidade Ibirapuera, which he completed from 2002 to 2005. He also pursued postgraduate studies in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services at ESPM from 2007 to 2008. His educational background supports his extensive experience in procurement and sourcing.
Industry Expertise and Skills
With over 15 years of experience in procurement, Luiz Assi specializes in sourcing for Technology & Information, Chemicals, Automotive, and Agro industries. His expertise includes utilizing market intelligence and supplier performance management as key tools in his role. Assi has developed a culture of corporate responsibility and maintains close relationships with internal stakeholders, which enhances collaboration and efficiency in sourcing operations.