Andrew G.

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT ANDREW G.

I am a dynamic and visionary Leader with over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, who drives enhanced business performance and customer satisfaction in the charging business unit of Webasto. I have a diverse and extensive skillset spanning engineering, sales, program management, manufacturing, and logistics, which enables me to excel in complex, fast-paced environments. I have a first-class honours degree in mechanical engineering and multiple skills in intercultural management and new business development. I foster a positive workplace culture and a collaborative team spirit, empowering my team members to grow and deliver their objectives on time. I am known for fearlessly diving into challenges, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing clear guidance to turn things around. I leverage my astute commercial and business awareness, my data-led decision making, and my exceptional communication and negotiation skills to achieve goals and KPIs.• Empathetic and Collaborative Leadership - Tailoring performance management and coaching, ensuring the growth of my team members and developing high-performing teams through comprehensive training and succession planning. Listening to everyone’s ideas then making data-led decisions.• Fostering Positive Workplace Culture & Customer Satisfaction - Prioritising improving workplace behaviours and culture with a strong academic background. Creating work/life balance and a supportive, collaborative environment. Focus on customer satisfaction, proactive initiatives, and discourage silo working. • Commercial Awareness and Business Strategy - Clear visionary thinker with strategic ability to drive enhanced business performance. Using astute commercial and business awareness to leverage my extensive experience to achieve goals and KPIs through proven resourcefulness and initiative.• Expertise in People and Profits - Extensive financial management of multi-million-pound budgets combined with end-to-end employee journey expertise, encompassing recruitment, induction, performance management, development, and conflict resolution.• High Level Communicator – Entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional negotiation skills, and credible stakeholder management, fostering lasting partnerships. Strong high-level relationship builder and presenter, adept at navigating diverse environments for successful collaborations.• Technical Engineering Expert - With a strong background in Mechanical Engineering and experience in electro-mechanical systems and charging, I excel in creative problem-solving using an Agile approach.