Pedro Lerena

Pedro Lerena Plaza is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operations and logistics management. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Kem Krest since September 2022, Pedro previously held the position of VP of Operations at GXO Logistics, overseeing 43 Distribution Centers and a workforce of 1,500, generating $150M in revenue. Earlier roles include VP of Operations at XPO Logistics, where Pedro managed a network of 6 ecommerce Fulfillment Centers, and leadership positions at Caterpillar Inc., including Head of Procurement and Logistics Division and various project management roles in global operations. Pedro's career began in business development and operations at Caterpillar Logistics Services in Spain, achieving significant revenue growth throughout the Americas and EAME regions. Pedro holds a Law degree from Universidad de Alcalá.