Cesar Zapata Salazar
Head of Department - Direct to COO CFO @Phoenix Engineering
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Department - Direct to COO CFO @Phoenix Engineering
Cologne, DE
Clients: Unsere Grüne Glasfaser (UGG), Fiber Experts Deutschland, Deutsche Telekom, Glasfaser Plus, and OXG.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Leading two core departments: Supply Chain and Subcontractor Management (30 FTE).Built cross-functional collaboration frameworks between our Customers, Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Legal, and Finance to streamline project execution.Designing and implementing the Global Procurement Strategy (2024–2025) for FTTx projectsManaging supplier and subcontractor selection, performance evaluation, and compliance with legal and operative standards.Leveraging data analytics and AI-driven tools to enable strategic decision-making and procurement excellence
EDUCATION
Universidad Europea
Master's degree, Ingenieria de Organización - Dirección de proyectos y empresas
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
Engineer's degree, Chemical Engineering
CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
MCIPS Chartered, Procurement and Supply Chain, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
ABOUT CESAR ZAPATA SALAZAR
Strategic procurement and operations leader with over 6 years of proven success managing complex supply chains across EU and LATAM markets. Expertise in driving end-to-end procurement processes, demand forecasting, and operational excellence within FTTH infrastructure, machinery, civil engineering, and customer-facing operations.Renowned for strong stakeholder engagement, innovative problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making, delivering significant cost optimization and operational improvements. Skilled at leading diverse teams and managing extensive supplier and subcontractor portfolios to support organizational growth and sustainability.Portfolio OversightDirect management of a diversified portfolio comprising 1,500+ partners in telecommunications, civil engineering, and renewable energy sectors
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