Novelis hires new Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer

The world-leading aluminium rolling and recycling firm, Novelis Incorporation, has announced today, on March 11, that it has hired Roxana Molina, who would be leading the company’s global metal and non-metal procurement programs as Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer. She will replace former Chief Procurement Office Nick Madden and report to President and CEO Steve Fisher.

Molina will join Novelis with more than 30 years of global procurement experience in diverse roles. She worked at Ford Motor Company for 25 years in several purchasing leadership positions in Europe, North America, and South America.

Steve Fisher said, "Roxana's impressive global experience managing thousands of suppliers while delivering record cost savings in challenging business environments will make her an excellent addition to Novelis. Her proven track record and leadership, specifically within the automotive industry, will help us achieve our strategic goals and better compete with steel and other materials."

Her most recent profile at Ford was as Global Purchasing Director of Engine and Powertrain Installations, with the responsibility to direct a team of 200 professionals based in the United States, Mexico, China, India, Brazil, and the United Kingdom. Among her many accomplishments at Ford, Molina helped transform the automaker's South America purchasing organization, leading cross-functional programs that increased vehicle output and reduced supplier-related production losses.   

Molina said, "Novelis is entering an exciting new chapter of growth and I'm eager to lead the procurement function as we build on the success this team has already achieved. My goal is to ensure we execute optimal category management strategies and best supplier relationships to better serve our customers and create value for our business."