Thomas Gabriel - Business Development Director - Germany - iCEO #88953

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iCEO #88953

Position: Business Development Director

Nationality: Germany

Experience

thorough expertise in building international teams and leading commercial operations as well as developing new strategic business approaches to automotive retailer transformation

Major Achievements

president of central Europe sales region (3rd largest of company, ca 60k volume, €2,1bln turnover, 370 employees and 5oo retailers in17 countries; preparation and launch of market turn around programs (UK, Germany) as well as market entry strategies (eg Iran, Africa); develop retail network structure and online/direct business transformation approach for whole global network of 2400 dealerships in 35 markets; implementation ongoing; establish Latin America / African Region organization integrating various automotive brands and respective personnel into one operation (ca 150 employees)

Industry Sector Competencies

Automotive

Professional Objectives

Function: consulting and interim assignments and projects; non executive

Sector: retail transformation; market entry projects; automotive

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: No

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, part time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: Europe, Latin America

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Brazil

Germany

South Africa (The Rep. of)

Sweden

USA

Operational Competencies

ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)

Business development (Professional)

New product or service launch (Professional)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)