Alejandro Postlethwaite
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.
Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Cajas Agricolas
06.2015 - Current
- Cajas Agricolas is commercial distribution company that provides Agricultural packaging, financial, and logistics solutions to more than 450 growers in Mexico, USA and Canada
- As the Managing Director, I lead the strategic planning and execution of Cajas Agricolas vision and mission, which is to empower our customers and entrepreneurs with sustainable and inclusive services and products
- In my current and past roles, I have developed and implemented multiple strategies to improve the efficiency, quality, and profitability of the services and products offered by Cajas Agricolas, as well as to expand the reach and impact of our network
- I have also partnered with other organizations and stakeholders to promote the development and innovation of the agricultural sector in Mexico
- Some of the core competencies that I have developed and enhanced are to bring new business, opportunities, growth and solutions, process improvement, and business management
- I am passionate about creating and supporting solutions that improve the livelihoods and well-being of our customers and communities
- I am looking for opportunities to collaborate with other professionals and organizations that share the same vision and passion.
Operations Manager
Sirloin Stockade Franchise
01.2010 - 04.2015
- Provided excellent customer care to maintain and improve customer relations, strengthen loyalty and increase product and service sales
- Monitored employee productivity and optimized procedures to reduce costs
- Executed local market strategies aligned to overall strategic and marketing plans, creating tactical initiatives to meet operational, budgetary and productivity goals
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Senior Project Manager
Honeywell Aerospace Global Headquarters
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track
- Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
Education
Executive Business Program - Business Administration And Management
EGADE Business School - TEC De Monterrey
04.2024
Executive Study in Business : Business Administration And Management -
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY04.2019
Postgraduate: International Finance - International Finance
CETYS University
09.2016
Postgraduate Degree: Business Administration And Management -
CETYS University
09.2014
BBA: Business Administration And Management -
CETYS University
08.2005
Skills
Project Management
Business Development
Relationship building
Effective leader
Efficient multi-tasker
Strategic Planning
Financial Management
Operations Management
Sales Leadership
Team Collaboration
Client Relationships
Strategic Partnerships
Additional Information
Lean Management, Project Management Essentials. Planning a Project. (3 hrs), Project Management Essentials. Project scheduling and budgeting.(3 hrs), Project Management Essentials. Controlling and closing a Project. (3hrs), Virtual Teams. The Fundamentals. (3hrs), Advanced Project Management. (3hrs), Project Team Management. (3hrs), Microsoft Project: the Fundamentals (4hrs), Microsoft Project: Proficient User. (4hrs), Microsoft Excel: The Fundamentals. (2hrs), Microsoft Excel: Expert part 1. (2hrs), Microsoft Excel: Expert part 2. (2hrs)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Personal Information
Title: Business Administrator and Finance
Timeline
Managing Director
Cajas Agricolas
06.2015 - Current
Operations Manager
Sirloin Stockade Franchise
01.2010 - 04.2015
Senior Project Manager
Honeywell Aerospace Global Headquarters
01.2007 - 01.2010
Executive Business Program - Business Administration And Management
EGADE Business School - TEC De Monterrey
Executive Study in Business : Business Administration And Management -
Cornell University
Postgraduate: International Finance - International Finance
CETYS University
Postgraduate Degree: Business Administration And Management -
CETYS University
BBA: Business Administration And Management -
CETYS University
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