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Pedro Antonio González Villarreal

PANAMA,Panama

Summary

Senior-level marketing and commercial leader with over 20 years of experience in the FMCG, technology, and pharmaceutical industries across Latin America and the Caribbean. Proven expertise in brand/category management, regional business development, strategic marketing planning, P&L ownership, and product innovation. Strong ability to align cross-functional teams behind commercial strategies and manage complex regional projects.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Category Manager – Brand Specialist

Pedersen Fine Foods, S.A.
07.2008 - 05.2025
  • Full responsibility for marketing, sales, and profitability strategies of assigned FMCG brands.
  • Developed and executed category strategies to enhance product assortment and optimize inventory levels.
  • Lead annual planning, execution, and performance monitoring of category P&L.
  • Brand Specialist who supported and trained sales teams and key accounts.
  • Analyzed market trends and consumer insights to inform strategic sourcing decisions and pricing strategies.
  • Monitored KPIs and adjusted marketing strategies to ensure achievement of commercial objectives.

Main achievement: Consistent annual growth of the assigned categories. / Recognized by Certified Angus Beef Marketeer of the year award 2024.

Internal Sales Rep (ISR) - LATAM

Dell Latin America
08.2005 - 06.2008
  • Managed high-value commercial relationships with multinational clients in tech sector.
  • Provided consultative sales support pre- and post-sale for Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Developed customized solutions, driving business opportunities and brand loyalty.
  • Provided product knowledge and technical support for diverse Dell offerings.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline sales processes and improve efficiency.

Main Achievement: Named member of the "Top Performers Sales Rep List" in 2007.

Sales and Marketing Manager

Niels Pedersen S.A.
01.2004 - 07.2005
  • Developed commercial expansion into 12 countries in LATAM and the Caribbean.
  • Designed marketing strategies for Panama and regional clients.
  • Identified new opportunities, led product development from concept to market launch.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication channels, fostering a positive work environment.

Main achievement: Introduced the brand into 8 new markets, representing 60% of total export sales.

Product Manager

Schering Plough, S.A. (now part of Merck & Co.)
10.2001 - 08.2003
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies for prescription and OTC products.
  • Led promotional campaigns in full alignment with pharmaceutical compliance and regulatory standards.
  • Provided direct support to the sales force and executed effective promotional materials.
  • Managed product lifecycle from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with market needs.

Main Achievement: Successfully launched a regional advertising campaign across Central America, strengthening brand positioning in the healthcare sector.

Marketing Executive

Tetra Pak (Central America & Caribbean)
10.1999 - 09.2001
  • Developed and supervised promotional and advertising strategies.
  • Conducted market analysis and provided training to commercial and merchandising teams.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product positioning and growth.
  • Led the company’s presence in industry events and expos.

Main Achievement: Launched an institutional ad campaign across Central America and the Caribbean.

Education

B.S. - International Marketing

Universidad de Monterrey
01.1997

Postgraduate Degree - High Management

Universidad Latina
01.2002

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Basic Power BI skills
  • Softland ERP expertise
  • CRM proficiency in Salesforce and HubSpot
  • Category development
  • Sales training
  • Effective communication
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Demand forecasting
  • Pricing strategy
  • Data analytics

Certification

  • 2024 – Artificial Intelligence Essentials for Marketing – Potenza (Panama)
  • 2019 – EXMA Panama: Marketing & Innovation Summit (Panama)
  • 2017 – Master in Brand Advantage – Certified Angus Beef (USA)
  • 2002 – Strategic Market Planning – INCAE Business School (Panama)

Languages

Spanish (Native)
English (Fluent)

Timeline

Senior Category Manager – Brand Specialist

Pedersen Fine Foods, S.A.
07.2008 - 05.2025

Internal Sales Rep (ISR) - LATAM

Dell Latin America
08.2005 - 06.2008

Sales and Marketing Manager

Niels Pedersen S.A.
01.2004 - 07.2005

Product Manager

Schering Plough, S.A. (now part of Merck & Co.)
10.2001 - 08.2003

Marketing Executive

Tetra Pak (Central America & Caribbean)
10.1999 - 09.2001

Postgraduate Degree - High Management

Universidad Latina

B.S. - International Marketing

Universidad de Monterrey
Pedro Antonio González Villarreal