Sandro Schneider

Sandro Schneider is a seasoned professional in the leather sourcing and production industry, currently serving as a Sourcing Manager Leather at BIRKENSTOCK since April 2023. With extensive experience as the Director of Leather at Caleres, Inc. from November 2003 to July 2022, Sandro developed supplier quality, managed leather procurement strategies, and collaborated with design teams to source materials effectively. Earlier roles include Senior Leather Technician at Paquetá Calçados, Leather Technician at Calcados Ortope SA and Calcados Haas, and Laboratory Technician at CTCCA, demonstrating a solid background in leather development and quality control. Sandro's educational journey includes attendance at UNISINOS and FUNDAÇÃO ESCOLA TÉCNICA LIBERATO for engineering and chemistry, respectively, alongside a high school degree from COLEGIO CENESTISTA FREDERICO MICHAELSEN.