Alexis Naranjo Lira

Alexis Naranjo Lira currently serves as the Regional Procurement Supervisor for IT at Mercado Libre since May 2021, overseeing procurement processes across multiple Latin American countries and the USA. Previously held roles include Procurement Supervisor for IT in Argentina and Senior Analyst for IT Procurement at Mercado Libre. Prior experience includes significant positions at Prisma Medios de Pago as a Senior IT Procurement Analyst and at Aquanima as a BPO Negotiation Consultant. Extensive background in strategic sourcing is showcased through leadership roles at Telefónica, where Alexis managed technology procurement and service negotiations. Alexis began the career in engineering, with senior mechanical engineering roles at Inversora Lockey and other companies. Educational qualifications include a Postgraduate degree in Project Management from UCAB and a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica 'Antonio José de Sucre'.