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Alejandra Salazar Valencia

Foreign Trade
Santiago de Cali
Alejandra Salazar Valencia

Summary

Goal-oriented Foreign Trade Manager offering twelve years of experience developing, inventory planning, purchasing processes for industry sector , imports exports and trade Compliance. Native Spanish, Professional English and French, focused on cost savings and supplier development to support pre-procurement strategy and supply agreement negotiation. Collaborates with internal business units and supply chain stakeholders to achieve business goals.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Ingredion Colombia SA

International Trade Senior Analyst
11.2025 - Current

Job overview

Ensure the timely and cost-efficient fulfillment of sales orders in alignment with planning requirements. Responsible for coordinating international trade operations, verifying compliance with customs and foreign exchange regulations, and calculating landed costs to support potential business opportunities across Latin America .

  • Evaluated tariff impacts on product pricing and profitability strategies for global markets.
  • Trained junior analysts on industry best practices and analytical methodologies for improved performance.

Gerber Agri International, Llc

Logistics and Operation Cordinator
05.2025 - Current

Job overview

I was responsible for managing and coordinating all export operations to Colombia and Central America. I ensured the
efficient movement of agricultural products by overseeing documentation, compliance with international trade regulations, and coordination with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and clients in the
region. With a strong background in international logistics and a focus on operational accuracy and timeliness, I play a key role in supporting Gerber Agri's growth in Latin American markets while
upholding the company's standards of quality and service.

Cables De Energia Y De Telecomunicaciones S.A.

Import Coordinator
06.2023 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Managed the resolution of customs-related issues, liaising with government agencies to ensure timely release of shipments.
  • Resolved invoice discrepancies efficiently, ensuring accurate financial records and prompt payment to suppliers.
  • Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
  • Served as expert point-of-contact for internal and external questions and issues dealing with import operations to drive consistent communication.

ILUMAX S.A.

Sourcing Manager
04.2022 - 08.2022

Job overview

Responsible for inventory planning, national and international procurements, customs regulation for imports, suppliers' development, and product innovation. Collaborated with general and sales manager to identify inventory turnover ratio, increasing SKU with customers. Negotiate logistic costs with forwarders, freight agents and, customs agents.

Teleperformance

Customer Service Agent
10.2021 - 03.2022

Job overview

Making outbound calls mainly for French or Quebec market evaluating Owner's experience with VRBO.Persuade the Owners to update their announcements and activate booking now option as other tools of the website.

FANALCA S.A.

International Buyer Coordinator for Steel Business
06.2018 - 01.2021

Job overview

Building relationships with key suppliers from Japan, China, Korea, the USA, and Brazil to negotiate better payment conditions.
Collecting and interpreting steel market and economic data Negotiating pricing and controlling costs.
Reviewing contracts, delivery conditions, and steel quality certifications.
Developing a bimonthly payment calendar for every business.
Daily, validate the dollar price in the Colombian Market and send purchase instructions to Treasury Dept.

ILUMAX S.A.

Foreign Trade Assistant
01.2016 - 05.2018

Job overview

Responsible for imports following Colombian customs Regulation. Verify cargo status with the Forwarder or the national Cargo Agent.

Prepare all receipts and payments forms for tax and customs clereance.

Constat comunication with Manufacturer and Supply chain Agents.

Zona Franca Palmaseca S.A.

Operation Analyst
11.2015 - 01.2016

Job overview

Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding and verifying the custom regulation in the entrance or exit of the goods of the free trade zone. Generate official Reports for Customs National Authority. Container's inspection for Exports. Working in Zona franca parque Sur Villa Rica Cauca

Zona Franca Palmaseca S.A.

Operation Analyst
04.2013 - 09.2014

Job overview

Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding and verifying the custom regulation in the entrance or exit of the goods of the free trade zone. Generate official Reports for Customs National Authority. Container's inspection for Exports.

Education

Universidad Del Valle

Bachelor of Arts from International Business
04.2013

University Overview

Alianza Colombo Francesa

GED

University Overview

Skills

Excel proficiency

,

Customs documentation

,

Inventory Management Programs

,

Global Sourcing Strategies

,

Negotiation Strategies

,

Cost Reduction Initiatives

,

Strategic Business Relationships

Software

Software

Excel

, 5, Advanced,

Uno e

, 5, Advanced,

SAP inventory

, 5, Advanced,

Office

, 5, Advanced,

Julia

, 3, Good

Languages

Spanish
English
French

Languages

Languages
4,5,5

Timeline

International Trade Senior Analyst
Ingredion Colombia SA
11.2025 - Current
Logistics and Operation Cordinator
Gerber Agri International, Llc
05.2025 - Current
Import Coordinator
Cables De Energia Y De Telecomunicaciones S.A.
06.2023 - 05.2025
Sourcing Manager
ILUMAX S.A.
04.2022 - 08.2022
Customer Service Agent
Teleperformance
10.2021 - 03.2022
International Buyer Coordinator for Steel Business
FANALCA S.A.
06.2018 - 01.2021
Foreign Trade Assistant
ILUMAX S.A.
01.2016 - 05.2018
Operation Analyst
Zona Franca Palmaseca S.A.
11.2015 - 01.2016
Operation Analyst
Zona Franca Palmaseca S.A.
04.2013 - 09.2014
Universidad Del Valle
Bachelor of Arts from International Business
Alianza Colombo Francesa
GED
Alejandra Salazar ValenciaForeign Trade