Cristian Lienas
Miembro del Consejo Directivo at Fundación CEDE - Confederación Española de Directivos y Ejecutivos (CEDE)- Claim this Profile
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LinkedIn User
Cristian has a very pragmatic approach to the problemas but always keeping in mind strategies and long term results. For him setting up a solid base at any project is essential in order to achieve good results. Solid academic backgroung, proved professional experience and excellent ability for human relationship. Leads and controls conflictive situations. Fully involved with the development and the future of the purchasing profession.
Javier Barja
Cristian es un profesional competente, fiable y responsable que destaca por su implicación en cada proyecto. Es organizado, práctico y posee una gran automotivación y autodisciplina. Ha sido un placer y una gran ayuda haberlo tenido como colega de trabajo durante el tiempo en el que hemos coincidido.
Teresa Gallardo Dols
He tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Cristian en la misma compañía. Profesionalmente es una persona con gran capacidad de liderazgo y un buen gestor y solucionador de problemas. En los temas que hemos tratado juntos siempre me ha ofrecido la mejor solución y éxito en la consecución del objetivo.
LinkedIn User
Cristian has a very pragmatic approach to the problemas but always keeping in mind strategies and long term results. For him setting up a solid base at any project is essential in order to achieve good results. Solid academic backgroung, proved professional experience and excellent ability for human relationship. Leads and controls conflictive situations. Fully involved with the development and the future of the purchasing profession.
Javier Barja
Cristian es un profesional competente, fiable y responsable que destaca por su implicación en cada proyecto. Es organizado, práctico y posee una gran automotivación y autodisciplina. Ha sido un placer y una gran ayuda haberlo tenido como colega de trabajo durante el tiempo en el que hemos coincidido.
Teresa Gallardo Dols
He tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Cristian en la misma compañía. Profesionalmente es una persona con gran capacidad de liderazgo y un buen gestor y solucionador de problemas. En los temas que hemos tratado juntos siempre me ha ofrecido la mejor solución y éxito en la consecución del objetivo.
LinkedIn User
Cristian has a very pragmatic approach to the problemas but always keeping in mind strategies and long term results. For him setting up a solid base at any project is essential in order to achieve good results. Solid academic backgroung, proved professional experience and excellent ability for human relationship. Leads and controls conflictive situations. Fully involved with the development and the future of the purchasing profession.
Javier Barja
Cristian es un profesional competente, fiable y responsable que destaca por su implicación en cada proyecto. Es organizado, práctico y posee una gran automotivación y autodisciplina. Ha sido un placer y una gran ayuda haberlo tenido como colega de trabajo durante el tiempo en el que hemos coincidido.
Teresa Gallardo Dols
He tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Cristian en la misma compañía. Profesionalmente es una persona con gran capacidad de liderazgo y un buen gestor y solucionador de problemas. En los temas que hemos tratado juntos siempre me ha ofrecido la mejor solución y éxito en la consecución del objetivo.
LinkedIn User
Cristian has a very pragmatic approach to the problemas but always keeping in mind strategies and long term results. For him setting up a solid base at any project is essential in order to achieve good results. Solid academic backgroung, proved professional experience and excellent ability for human relationship. Leads and controls conflictive situations. Fully involved with the development and the future of the purchasing profession.
Javier Barja
Cristian es un profesional competente, fiable y responsable que destaca por su implicación en cada proyecto. Es organizado, práctico y posee una gran automotivación y autodisciplina. Ha sido un placer y una gran ayuda haberlo tenido como colega de trabajo durante el tiempo en el que hemos coincidido.
Teresa Gallardo Dols
He tenido la oportunidad de trabajar con Cristian en la misma compañía. Profesionalmente es una persona con gran capacidad de liderazgo y un buen gestor y solucionador de problemas. En los temas que hemos tratado juntos siempre me ha ofrecido la mejor solución y éxito en la consecución del objetivo.
Credentials
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AlmirallDigital Bootcamp
EADA Business School BarcelonaJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Scotwork Advancing Negotiation Skills
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Experience
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Fundación CEDE - Confederación Española de Directivos y Ejecutivos (CEDE)
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Spain
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Executive Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Miembro del Consejo Directivo
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Jun 2021 - Present
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AERCE. Asociación Española de Profesionales de Compras, Contratación y Aprovisionamientos
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Spain
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Jun 2021 - Present
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Regional President
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Mar 2019 - Present
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National Vice President
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Mar 2019 - Jun 2021
Miembro de la Comisión Permanente (Junta Directiva) de AERCE
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Mirihi
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Spain
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Chief Executive Officer
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Jan 2018 - Present
We are a boutique business consultancy, specialized in adding tangible value to our Customers.- We distribute COVID-19 related products.- We transform the Procurement area into a key function for the business, better managing strategic relationships with critical Suppliers, implementing Category Management or developing adequate Supply Risk programs, from an effective standpoint for our Customers.Also, for Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics and Chemicals sectors:- We help our customers to expand their business into new global markets, from raw materials to finished products, through our Partners in the 5 regions. Also, we optimize and manage the supply chain accordingly and speed-up the launches worldwide, using advanced project management techniques- We commercialize disruptive and innovative process technologies- We source and distribute raw materials difficult to find, or with a highly differentiated value for our Customers
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AERCE Business School
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Higher Education
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Adjunct Lecturer
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Oct 2019 - Present
- Master Executive en Dirección de Compras / Aerce Business School - La Salle International Graduate School. - Supplier Relationship Management module- Category Management module- In-company courses - Master Executive en Dirección de Compras / Aerce Business School - La Salle International Graduate School. - Supplier Relationship Management module- Category Management module- In-company courses
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EADA Business School
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Spain
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Postgraduate Director
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Apr 2020 - Nov 2021
Director del Postgrado Superior en Gestión Estratégica de Compras Director del Postgrado Superior en Gestión Estratégica de Compras
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Almirall
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Spain
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Deputy Global Head of Procurement
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Sep 2016 - Dec 2017
Interim Procurement Director, CEO and CFO reporting, 20 people team, 290 M € addressable spend• Deployed a Zero-Based Budget (ZBB) methodology through a more efficient cultural change and a top-down category ownership model (Corporate, IT, R&D, Industrial, Sales & Marketing), driving 20M€ savings (9% of total indirect categories addressable spend) to the P&L in one year• Designed an agile Center of Excellence with high-capable and multi-skilled resources, building surplus capacity for critical projects and supporting Category Managers to improve their influence with Business Partners
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Head of Commercial Procurement
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Dec 2014 - Sep 2016
• Transformed procurement function into a high valuable partner for the Sales, Marketing & Digital areas applying innovative procurement solutions, becoming a top savings performer (1st among 24 people) during two years in a row (2014-15), achieving 28% of total Procurement savings each year, with an individual procurement ROI yielding up to 28x payback
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Strategic Sourcing Category Manager
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Apr 2010 - Dec 2014
Strategic Sourcing Category Manager (Mar 2013 - Dec 2014) • Implemented a robust Supply Risk mitigation plan to secure strategic products long-term supply, conducting strategic Suppliers near to Top Management, improving Almirall stakeholders' closeness and thanks to that, readdressing an unexpected 2 years stock out for the top product of the Company• Developed SRM methodology through "customer of choice" concept, assuring not only sustainable savings with the expected quality and service but also innovation, unthinkable lead times and access to scarce capacities• Led the first Packaging Innovation Day held at Almirall, capturing >25 projects based in published guidelines Global Sourcing Category Manager (Apr 2010 - Feb 2013)• Led a cross-functional Category Management for Almirall's Respiratory Franchise Supply Chain (Active ingredients, Intermediates, Contract Manufacturing, Machinery, Transport, Medical Devices, Packaging, Marketing)• Managed Supplier Relationship Management with top product Eklira© suppliers, creating closer and more collaborative relationships and achieving earlier launch dates in 25 key countries, gaining time to market for Almirall
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AERCE. Asociación Española de Profesionales de Compras, Contratación y Aprovisionamientos
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Spain
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Vice President
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Feb 2004 - Mar 2014
• Helped the procurement function to turn more professional through the non-profit AERCE (Spanish Procurement Association)• Led the 2008-2020 AERCE' Strategic Plan defining the current mission, vision and values• Represented AERCE as a Keynote speaker and Conference Chair for several Summits & Conferences • Selected as a member of the jury panel of the AERCE Awards (2009-2013) • Helped the procurement function to turn more professional through the non-profit AERCE (Spanish Procurement Association)• Led the 2008-2020 AERCE' Strategic Plan defining the current mission, vision and values• Represented AERCE as a Keynote speaker and Conference Chair for several Summits & Conferences • Selected as a member of the jury panel of the AERCE Awards (2009-2013)
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Combino Pharm, S.L.
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Malta
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Supply Chain Manager
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Jun 2008 - Oct 2009
CEO reporting, Management Board member, 6 people team• Optimized the supply chain (Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics & Distribution), for both local and global markets, achieving gross margin improvements up to 23% for top three products, 40% stocks reduction and better on-time deliveries from Suppliers (41 to 90%) CEO reporting, Management Board member, 6 people team• Optimized the supply chain (Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics & Distribution), for both local and global markets, achieving gross margin improvements up to 23% for top three products, 40% stocks reduction and better on-time deliveries from Suppliers (41 to 90%)
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Merck Group
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Germany
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Purchasing Manager
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Sep 2004 - Jan 2007
CPO reporting, 7 people team, 125 M € addressable spend• As a greenfield project, led a newly created operational department managing 1.200 Suppliers and 32.000 Orders, of whole direct and indirect materials and services• Achieved an increase in the Service KPI from 81% to 94% through processes improvement and implementation of 2 SAP Purchasing projects: claims and Supplier evaluation
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Indirect Material Purchaser
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Jul 2002 - Aug 2004
• Managed capital expenditure, goods and services from Operations, R&D, Corporate & Marketing, acting as representative for the Global Strategic Sourcing teams in IT, Pharma Machinery and Marketing• Led the first SAP e-procurement (SRM) implementation in an affiliate out of Headquarters, among other projects like Claims Management and Supplier Evaluation in SAP system
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IQS Barcelona
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Spain
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Adjunct Lecturer
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Oct 2001 - Jun 2003
Operations Management Lecturer at Fundemi IQS Business InstituteModules:- Innovation Technology applied to Operations Management- Maintenance Management Operations Management Lecturer at Fundemi IQS Business InstituteModules:- Innovation Technology applied to Operations Management- Maintenance Management
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Capgemini
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France
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Strategic & Management Consultant
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Apr 2000 - Mar 2002
• Seat Recambios (spare parts): developed a new logistics and supplier management system• Seat Sport: redesigned processes and analyzed the ERP selection requirements• SEAT: developed the Training and e-learning Strategic Plan• Endesa: managed a commercial system Project Office • Seat Recambios (spare parts): developed a new logistics and supplier management system• Seat Sport: redesigned processes and analyzed the ERP selection requirements• SEAT: developed the Training and e-learning Strategic Plan• Endesa: managed a commercial system Project Office
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Education
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ESADE Business School
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Full Time MBA (One Year) -
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial Engineering