Alvaro Zamora
Global Procurement Manager | Driving Strategic Sourcing Initiatives
- Role
- Global Procurement Manager at Amgen
- Location
- Tampa, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alvaro Zamora
I’m a strategic sourcing and procurement leader with 8+ years of experience driving category strategy, supplier performance, and cost optimization across Fortune 500 organizations. My background spans R&D, Commercial, Marketing, and enterprise‑wide procurement transformation, with a consistent track record of elevating supplier value and enabling business growth.I specialize in negotiating complex, high‑value contracts, building scalable sourcing frameworks, and partnering with senior stakeholders to align procurement strategy with organizational priorities. Whether optimizing a $7.5B+ spend portfolio, consolidating suppliers to unlock savings, or designing analytics tools that improve financial planning, I bring a data‑driven, solutions‑oriented approach to every challenge.Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, I thrive in global, cross‑functional environments where collaboration, clarity, and strategic execution drive results. I’m passionate about building strong supplier relationships, transforming procurement operations, and delivering measurable impact.If you’re looking for a sourcing leader who blends analytical rigor with stakeholder influence and operational excellence, let’s connect.
Experience
Global Procurement Manager
Oct 2022 — Present · Tampa, FL, US
Education
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management, General
Universida Nacional de Costa Rica
Bachelor’s Degree, International Business
2009 — 2010
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Bethel University TN
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management of Information Systems
2010 — 2013
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Information Technology
2016 — 2019
Skills
- Sports
- Leadership
- Sports Nutrition
- Public Speaking
- Analytical Skills
- Coaching
- Windows
- Computer Proficiency
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Environmental Awareness
- Mobile Technology
- Research
- Data Analysis
- Spanish
- Microsoft Office
- Management
- Technology Integration
- Big-Picture Thinking
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Organizational Development
- Teamwork
- Higher Education
- Microsoft Word
- Team Leadership
- Social Media
- Soccer
- Event Planning
- Analytics
- Creative Writing
- Community Outreach
- Teaching
- Time Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Motivational Speaking
- Training
- Social Networking
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