Leadership Overview
Southern Copper has 4 executives leading key functions including corporate strategy, financial management, integrated operations, and information technology infrastructure.
Focused on sustainable mineral extraction, Southern Copper drives global mining excellence through advanced smelting and refining processes across diverse Latin American markets.
Focused on sustainable mineral extraction, Southern Copper drives global mining excellence through advanced smelting and refining processes across diverse Latin American markets.
Leadership Roles at Southern Copper
Oscar Rocha - President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
Oscar Rocha, the President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Southern Copper, directs all strategic mining, exploration, and refining initiatives across Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador, and Chile. Overseeing the entire corporate portfolio, the President, Chief Executive Officer & Director ensures operational efficiency at major open-pit sites like Toquepala and Cuajone. This leadership role involves managing complex smelting and refining workflows to maximize copper and molybdenum output. By aligning production targets with global market demand, Oscar Rocha maintains the company's competitive position in the international mineral sector. The President, Chief Executive Officer & Director coordinates with the Board to secure long-term growth through extensive exploration concessions. Through rigorous oversight of large-scale industrial assets, Rocha guarantees consistent delivery of high-quality copper cathodes and precious metals to global customers while upholding strict safety and environmental standards across all regional operations.
Raul Ruisanchez - Vice Chief Financial Officer, Presidente DE Finanzas Y
Raul Ruisanchez, the Vice Chief Financial Officer, Presidente DE Finanzas Y at Southern Copper, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for all mining and refining activities. Overseeing financial reporting and investment planning, the Vice Chief Financial Officer, Presidente DE Finanzas Y ensures the economic viability of large-scale projects in Mexico and Peru. This leadership role involves optimizing the cost structure of copper concentrate production and sulfuric acid manufacturing. By monitoring market fluctuations in gold, silver, and lead prices, Raul Ruisanchez mitigates financial risk and supports sustainable revenue growth. The Vice Chief Financial Officer, Presidente DE Finanzas Y collaborates with executive leadership to fund exploration concessions and infrastructure upgrades. Through precise financial modeling and rigorous budget control, Ruisanchez secures the necessary capital to maintain the company's status as a leading producer of refined copper and molybdenum concentrates in the Americas.
Cristhian Carlos Yucra - Chief Information Officer, Operador Centro Integrado DE Operaciones Planta Molibdeno
Cristhian Carlos Yucra, the Chief Information Officer, Operador Centro Integrado DE Operaciones Planta Molibdeno at Southern Copper, architects the digital infrastructure and integrated operational systems for the molybdenum processing facilities. Overseeing the technological integration of the plant, the Chief Information Officer, Operador Centro Integrado DE Operaciones Planta Molibdeno ensures seamless data flow between extraction sites and refining units. This leadership role involves implementing advanced monitoring tools to optimize the flotation and milling processes. By digitizing core industrial workflows, Cristhian Carlos Yucra enhances production accuracy and operational transparency. The Chief Information Officer, Operador Centro Integrado DE Operaciones Planta Molibdeno coordinates with engineering teams to modernize plant control systems, directly impacting the efficiency of molybdenum concentrate output. Through the deployment of robust information technology solutions, Yucra supports the company's broader mission of achieving technical excellence in mineral processing across all regional operations.
Nelson Cabrera Vilca - Jefe General De Tecnología De Información Cuajone
Nelson Cabrera Vilca, the Jefe General De Tecnología De Información Cuajone at Southern Copper, directs the information technology strategy and digital security protocols for the Cuajone open-pit mine. Overseeing the technical infrastructure at this critical site, the Jefe General De Tecnología De Información Cuajone ensures high availability of systems required for copper ore extraction and processing. This leadership role involves managing the network architecture that supports the mine's daily production cycles and safety monitoring. By maintaining reliable digital connectivity, Nelson Cabrera Vilca enables real-time data analysis for the milling and flotation operations. The Jefe General De Tecnología De Información Cuajone collaborates with site management to implement innovative software solutions that improve operational throughput. Through the consistent maintenance of robust IT systems, Cabrera Vilca supports the overall productivity of the Cuajone facility, ensuring the mine remains a cornerstone of the company's copper production capacity in Peru.
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