Luis Ramirez

Strategic Procurement and Capital Projects professional with 15+ years of experience managing $100M+ CAPEX sourcing portfolios across North America, Mexico, and Central America within renewable energy and infrastructure environments. Proven track record supporting large-scale project development and delivery through EPC negotiations, tender strategy leadership, and commercial risk management. Experienced partnering with senior leadership in contract approval processes and driving procurement strategies that enhance execution certainty, cost efficiency, and project performance.

Sourcing Manager III at Enel Group (2017-01 – Present)

Led strategic sourcing activities for renewable infrastructure portfolios across USA and Canada. Annual budget negotiated: ranges between 100 to 300 million euros.

• I successfully led purchasing processes for the development, construction, and operation of wind, BESS, and solar projects through private energy contracts (PPAs) in the North America region. This achievement represents a total capacity of nearly 5 GW.
• I improved sourcing efficiency by implementing standardized RFx methodologies and ERP-enabled processes, reducing lead times by 20%.
• I consistently maintained negotiated savings at an average of 12% of the total purchasing amount.

Senior Buyer & Procurement Team Coordinator at Enel Group (2010-01 – 2017-12)

Lead regional procurement strategy for renewable energy development, construction and operation in Mexico and Central America. Annual budget negotiated: ranges between 350 to 1000 million euros. International team: 5 collaborators.

• I led the purchasing processes for participation in CENACE's Energy Auctions in Mexico, where we successfully secured 2 GW in wind and solar projects, tripling the country's installed capacity.
• I successfully led purchasing processes for the development, construction, and operation of wind and solar projects through private energy contracts (PPAs) in the Mexico and Central America region. This achievement represents a total capacity of nearly 800 MW.
• I consistently maintained negotiated savings levels in the region at 16% of the total purchasing amount.

Logistic Manager at Java Centroamericana (2006-01 – 2010-12)

Managed logistics operations, inventory control, and supplier negotiations of Java´s Group. Annual budget charged: 10 million dollars

• I developed cost structure frameworks for imported raw materials, industrial equipment, and operational consumables, strengthening cost control and supporting operational planning and supplier negotiations.
• I designed and implemented inventory structures for raw materials, industrial equipment, and consumables, improving stock visibility and operational efficiency.
• I led the implementation of ERP modules for billing, inventory management, import operations, and cost tracking, enhancing financial control, process integration, and data accuracy across logistics and procurement functions.

Bachelor's Degree in International Business – Universidad Metropolitana Castro Carazo (UMCA) (2000-01 – 2003-12)

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Sales – Universidad Metropolitana Castro Carazo (UMCA) (2000-01 – 2003-12)