Patrick Valadez
About Patrick Valadez
Patrick Valadez serves as the Director of Marketing and Pricing at Kansas City Southern, a position he has held since 2019. With a background in pricing and contract management, he has played a significant role in cost-saving initiatives and organizational leadership within the company.
Work at Kansas City Southern
Patrick Valadez has held multiple positions at Kansas City Southern since 2007. He currently serves as the Director of Marketing and Pricing, a role he has occupied since 2019. In this position, he oversees marketing strategies and pricing structures for the railway. Prior to this, he was the Pricing and Contract Management Director from 2010 to 2018, where he managed cost-saving initiatives and negotiated contracts. He also worked as a Senior Sales and Marketing Account Executive for one year and as Assistant Director of Strategic Studies from 2007 to 2010, contributing to long-term forecast planning and strategic business decisions.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Valadez holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from Wichita State University and a Master of Business Administration from The University of Kansas. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and business disciplines, enabling him to effectively analyze and implement strategies within the railway industry. His expertise includes pricing management, contract negotiation, and organizational leadership, which he has applied throughout his career at Kansas City Southern.
Background
Patrick Valadez began his career as a Marketing Representative for a leading engineering company, where he was responsible for evaluating projects and developing strategic operations plans. This experience laid the groundwork for his future roles in marketing and pricing within the railway sector. Over the years, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of railway operations, cost management, and profitability analysis, which he has leveraged in various leadership positions at Kansas City Southern.
Achievements
During his tenure at Kansas City Southern, Patrick Valadez has managed significant initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. He played a key role in developing and implementing a railway cost and profitability system that successfully reduced expenses and eliminated unnecessary vendor services. Additionally, he led a cost savings initiative by developing the RFP, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts for a major subdivision lease agreement, showcasing his ability to drive strategic projects that benefit the organization.