Manuela Heinrich Villa
ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT AND ATTORNEY
Medellín,ANT
Summary
Contract professional with strong background in contract management and negotiation. Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance and streamline contract processes. Known for collaborative teamwork and delivering consistent results. Skills include contract drafting and risk management, with focus on adaptability and reliability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Contract Administrator
Avianca Airlines Holding
04.2023 - 12.2025
- Contract administrator for the purchase or materials and services for key holding projects (retrofit, linefit and connectivity).
- Oversaw contracts for over four different departments using both manual and automated strategies.
- Ensured timely execution of contracts by closely monitoring deadlines and coordinating efforts with internal teams.
- Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress.
- Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
- Achieved cost savings by warranty claims and contract incentives.
- Cultivated strong relationship with suppliers and partners through effective communication.
- Ensured timely payment and invoicing by closely monitoring contract performance and adherence to payment schedules.
- Managed high-value contracts with a keen eye for detail, identifying discrepancies and inaccuracies before finalization. Managed more than 10 contracts of USD 50 millions in total annually.
- Contract administration for the A320 Densification project (more than 125 aircrafts), B787 Densification project (15 aircraft) and connectivity project for all fleet.
Contract Management Analyst
Mas4 Aviation
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Administration of Avianca holding purchase contracts for aeronautical and non-aeronautical materials / services (international suppliers).
- Managed the Avianca procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
- Resolved Avianca discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, maintaining a high level of accuracy in financial records.
- Achieved Avianca cost savings by warranty claims and contract incentives.
Trade Marketing Analyst
Peldar S.A.
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Guaranteed the importation products and process from China
- Implemented the coding process with retailers through Logyca - GS1 Colombia
Logistic and Planning Analyst
Peldar S.A.
03.2012 - 12.2019
- Supported commercial management with customers such as Walmart Mexico, Hemisphere Trading, Avon, Grupo Exito, among others.
- Generated annual savings due to packaging restructuring and new developments with the suppliers' support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law
09-2025
BBA - Business Master
01-2021
Master of Science - Gestión Y Dirección De Empresas Internacionales
01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
01-2011
Skills
Contract reviews and edits
Additional Information
Karem Pinzon Castiblanco
Senior Negotiations Manager at avianca
Tel: +57 310 760 2700
Miguel A. Niño
Regional Sales Director at RECARO Aircraft Seating
Tel: +1 682 429 0418
Santiago Villa
CEO at Mas4 Aviation
Tel: +57 321 644 4614
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Beginner (A1)
Software
SAP
Microsoft Office, specially Excel
AMOS
Timeline
Contract Administrator - Avianca Airlines Holding
04.2023 - 12.2025
Contract Management Analyst - Mas4 Aviation
01.2022 - 03.2023
Trade Marketing Analyst - Peldar S.A.
01.2020 - 02.2021
Logistic and Planning Analyst - Peldar S.A.
03.2012 - 12.2019
Corporación Universitaria De Sabaneta - Unisabaneta - Bachelor of Arts, Law
ThePowerMBA - BBA, Business Master
Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona - Master of Science, Gestión Y Dirección De Empresas Internacionales
Universidad EIA - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Management