Alejandro Rodriguez
About Alejandro Rodriguez
Alejandro Rodriguez is a Key Account Manager at Murata, where he manages strategic accounts and maintains customer relationships. He has a background in sales and engineering, with previous roles at Newark element14 and IBM, and holds an MBA and two engineering degrees.
Work at Murata
Alejandro Rodriguez has been serving as a Key Account Manager at Murata since 2018. In this role, he manages strategic accounts primarily in the Guadalajara and Bajío Zone. His responsibilities include maintaining contract pricing and addressing technical inquiries related to Murata products. He focuses on keeping sales forecasts updated to meet required quotas and is responsible for handling escalations related to critical component situations. Additionally, he works on developing new business opportunities by introducing new developments or capturing market share from competitors.
Previous Experience at Newark Element14
Before joining Murata, Alejandro Rodriguez worked at Newark element14 for a total of seven years. He held the position of Assistant Sales Manager from 2009 to 2016, followed by a role as Outside Account Manager for six months in 2017. During his time at Newark element14, he was involved in managing customer relationships and addressing sales needs in Zapopan and surrounding areas.
Education and Expertise
Alejandro Rodriguez has a strong educational background in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Communications and Electronics Engineering from Universidad de Guadalajara - CUCEI, completing his studies from 2001 to 2006. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Universidad de Guadalajara - CUCEA, achieving his degree from 2013 to 2015. His education equips him with a solid foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of business.
Career Background at IBM and EIS Inc.
Prior to his roles at Newark element14 and Murata, Alejandro Rodriguez worked at IBM as a Procurement Manufacturing Engineer from 2005 to 2009 in the Guadalajara area. He also held a position at EIS Inc. as an Inside Sales representative from 2016 to 2017. These experiences contributed to his expertise in sales and account management, enhancing his ability to address customer needs effectively.