A. M.

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Director, Strategic Procurement, Global Logistics & Ocean Freight at Albemarle Corporation

Charlotte Metro, United States

Overview

Alvaro is a strategic logistics and procurement leader with over 15 years of experience at global firms like Albemarle Corporation and Daimler Trucks. He is recognized for transforming teams and optimizing multi-modal logistics networks, managing over $300M in annual expenditure while delivering significant cost savings. He holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from Winthrop University.


His early career as a self-employed entrepreneur, trading commodities with partners across Asia, North America, and Latin America, sets him apart.

Personality Overview

Story Driven

Amiable & Agreeable

Optimistic

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.  Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Topics They Care About

Logistics Cost Savings
Drives strategies to reduce costs and enhance service, with a record of achieving $19 million in documented savings and cost avoidance in a previous role.
Supplier Relationships
Focuses on strengthening strategic partnerships with 3PLs and suppliers to mitigate risk and ensure best-in-class service delivery across global operations.
Team Transformation
Recognized for leading and mentoring cross-functional teams, including guiding them through complex projects like a major TMS implementation for international freight.

Media Appearances

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Work History

5-2021 - 8-2025
Director, Strategic Procurement, Global Logistics & Ocean Freight at Albemarle Corporation
6-2018 - 5-2021
Global Ocean Freight & Americas Regional Logistics Manager at Albemarle Corporation
3-2008 - 6-2018
Global Logistics Manager at Daimler Trucks North America
5-2005 - 3-2008
Export Management Specialist at Ingersoll Rand
6-1996 - 5-2005
Trader/Entrepreneur at Entrepreneur

Education

Bachelor of Liberal Arts from Winthrop University

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Insights For Selling To A.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance

DONT's

  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with A. is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from A.

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will A. move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can A. take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And A.

Personality Compatibility


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