Jesus Lopez

Jesus Lopez is the Country Manager at Grupo AJE, a multinational company based in Peru that specializes in the beverage industry. He has over 20 years of experience in the consumer goods sector, focusing on sales management, distribution, and trade marketing across Latin America. Lopez is known for his strategic leadership and ability to drive business growth, even in challenging economic and political environments. He holds a degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing.

Professional Experience

• Current Role: As Country Manager since April 2021, Lopez is responsible for the full P&L of the Peruvian operation, which is the main operation of Grupo AJE, reporting directly to the CEO.

• Previous Positions:

  • Global Commercial Manager at Grupo AJE (January 2019 - April 2021), overseeing global go-to-market strategies and commercial intelligence.
  • Director and COO at TiendaPago (December 2015 - January 2019), where he led initiatives to improve financial inclusion for retailers.
  • Director at Chaskii Foods (August 2014 - December 2015), focusing on product development and market expansion in the food sector.
  • Director of Sales at Grupo Gloria (May 2012 - July 2014), managing significant sales volumes across multiple countries.

Recent Highlights

Lopez has been in the news recently for Grupo AJE's partnership with Real Madrid, which positions the company as a regional sponsor. This sponsorship is seen as a significant step for both the company and the Peruvian market, as it enhances AJE's visibility and brand presence internationally.123