Katia Lavalle Paredes

Katia Lavalle Paredes has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, currently serving as Jefe de Compras at Arca Continental Lindley since September 2015. Responsibilities include leading procurement processes, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple plants in Peru. Previous roles at Arca Continental Lindley include Corporate Negotiator for Critical Purchases and Analyst for Northern Region Purchases, emphasizing negotiation and coordination to enhance operational efficiencies. Prior to this, Katia held managerial and analytical positions at companies such as Masisa, Camposol S.A., and Barrick Gold Corporation, contributing expertise in purchasing, logistics, and team management. Katia holds a Master's in Organization and Direction of Human Resources and an engineering degree from Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, complemented by advanced training in procurement management from CENTRUM PUCP.