Gaia Olcese
Milan
Summary
Procurement professional with robust history of driving procurement strategies and optimizing supply chain processes to achieve organizational goals. Expert in high-stakes negotiations, buying management, and full P&L ownership. Strong focus on fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to dynamic business needs for results achievement. Dependable, adaptable, and skilled in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. Proven track record in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and building departments from scratch, having designed and implemented the entire procurement team and workflow both in Glovo and Satispay.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Procurement and Facility
Satispay SpA
Milan, Italy
01.2025 - Current
- Scope Expansion: lead both the Procurement and Facility departments, overseeing the end-to-end strategy for corporate spend and physical infrastructure
- Managed office operations, space planning, and maintenance for Satispay’s hubs to ensure a high-quality work environment and property management
- Led procurement strategy to optimize supplier relationships and streamline purchasing processes with particular focus on SaaS
Head of Procurement
Satispay SpA
Milan, Italy
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Department Foundation: created and scaled the Procurement function, implementing standardized policies and processes
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with service level agreements
- Led cross-functional teams in sourcing initiatives, driving cost savings and enhancing product quality, mainly focused on SaaS
Head of Buying and Category Management
Glovo
Milan, Italy
10.2022 - 02.2024
- P&L Management for Quick Commerce department
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and strategy development for growth
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits
Category Management Manager
Glovo
Milan, Italy
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Built the Category Management team for Glovo Quick Commerce department in Italy
- Engaged top vendors in the market to create assortment
- Created and rolled out the promotional strategies in groceries
Loyalty Program Buyer
Esselunga
Milan, Italy
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Selected and purchased Fidaty Catalogue prizes, with focus on services and co-marketing activities
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns
Junior Buyer & Category Manager
Esselunga
Milan, Italy
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Analyzed market trends to optimize procurement strategies and enhance product offerings
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and ensure timely deliveries
- Rolled out the project Pharmacy GDO Corner inside Esselunga stores
License Coordinator Tod's for Ferrari
Tod's Group
Milan, Italy
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Accountable for day-to-day management of the license
- Managed license documentation and compliance for multiple product lines within luxury fashion sector
- Coordinated licensing agreements, ensuring alignment with brand standards and strategic goals
Junior Area Manager & Buyer
Tod's Group
Milan, Italy
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Led regional sales initiatives, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement across Latin America market
- Monitored sales performance, sell-through and KPI’s analysis, stock control, budgeting activities, trainings to the stores, trends of collections and benchmark of competitors
Strategy Intern
Accenture
Milan, Italy
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Management Consulting, Energy & Resources Unit
- Cooperated with a project Team in charge of a strategic study on energy production, producing project documentation and client’s presentation for an international client
Education
Master of Science - Green Management, Energy, CSR
Bocconi University
Milan, Italy07.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, Florida, USA05.2013
High School Diploma -
Istituto Gonzaga Liceo Scientifico
Milan, Italy07.2009
Additional Information
- Member of Italian National Golf Team 2008-2012
- Jacksonville University Davis College of Business 2013 “Management Student of the Year”
- Hobbies: Golf, Skiing, Yoga, and Cooking
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Head of Procurement and Facility
Satispay SpA
01.2025 - Current
Head of Procurement
Satispay SpA
03.2024 - 12.2024
Head of Buying and Category Management
Glovo
10.2022 - 02.2024
Category Management Manager
Glovo
05.2021 - 09.2022
Loyalty Program Buyer
Esselunga
09.2019 - 04.2021
Junior Buyer & Category Manager
Esselunga
09.2017 - 08.2019
License Coordinator Tod's for Ferrari
Tod's Group
11.2016 - 08.2017
Junior Area Manager & Buyer
Tod's Group
09.2014 - 08.2017
Strategy Intern
Accenture
09.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Jacksonville University
High School Diploma -
Istituto Gonzaga Liceo Scientifico
Master of Science - Green Management, Energy, CSR
Bocconi University