Womtech: Marta Manzano

Meet Marta Manzano, a Manufacturing Functional Consultant specializing in Plant Maintenance and Production within SAP at Holcim EMEA Digital Center. With a background in Physics and nearly a decade of experience in tech, Marta has developed robust expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes through digital transformation. Her work supports operational efficiency and contributes to a more sustainable future in industrial operations.

Do you think diversity and gender equality are a reality in the tech industry today?
Diversity and gender equality have significantly improved in recent years. Marta highlights that her current team is now majority women. However, she acknowledges that women are still underrepresented in many tech roles, especially in specialized or leadership positions. While progress is evident, there’s still ground to cover to make equality a true reality across the industry.

What qualities make a great leader and what do you think women bring to leadership?
A strong leader, according to Marta, is someone who makes informed decisions, adapts to challenges, and empowers their team by listening and fostering diverse perspectives. She believes that women bring exceptional communication skills and empathy to the table qualities that help create inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environments.

Who is your role model or source of inspiration?
Marta finds inspiration in her colleagues. Being surrounded by a diverse and talented team pushes her to grow continuously—whether it’s through learning new techniques, refining communication, or seeing how they approach challenges with creativity and calm. Every day is an opportunity to evolve and see things from fresh perspectives.

How do you see your role contributing to a more sustainable future?
Marta focuses on delivering digital solutions that simplify daily operations for plant employees, helping them reach key sustainability goals. Her role directly supports efforts to reduce environmental impact and make sustainability a tangible outcome of smarter, more efficient industrial processes.