Cesia Montano

Cesia Montano is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as Category Manager Procurement at ABASTIBLE S.A. since April 2023, where key responsibilities include strategic planning, negotiation, and supplier management across multiple countries in South America. Cesia has previously held positions as a Category Manager at Chilexpress, where strategic purchasing and efficiency improvements were paramount, and as a Coordinator of Purchases and Co-Packing for Edgewell Personal Care, overseeing procurement processes in Chile and Peru. Additional experience includes senior roles at Cencosud S.A. and Entel, focusing on supply chain management and project purchases. With a strong educational background in business administration and various specialized diplomas, including in strategic sourcing and circular economy, Cesia combines skills in negotiation, category management, and cross-functional collaboration to add value to organizational procurement processes.