Jose Arias Alvaredo
About Jose Arias Alvaredo
Jose Arias Alvaredo serves as the Director de Zona Centro at Applus+ and has a diverse background in managing various business lines, particularly in the automotive sector and consultancy. His career spans several leadership roles, contributing to significant business growth and extensive experience across multiple sectors.
Work at Applus+
Jose Arias Alvaredo has been serving as Director de Zona Centro at Applus+ since 2016. In this role, he oversees operations in the central region of Spain, focusing on business growth and management across various sectors. Prior to this position, he worked as Delegado de Construcción, Medio Ambiente y Prevención for one year in 2015-2016. His extensive experience at Applus+ also includes a nine-year tenure as Gerente de Consultoría y Medio Ambiente from 2005 to 2014, where he contributed to the company's consultancy services.
Career Background
Jose Arias Alvaredo has a progressive career spanning several decades, primarily in the automotive sector and consultancy. His career began at Norcontrol, S.A., where he held various roles, including Jefe de Dpto. de Estudios y Asistencia Técnica from 1990 to 1993 and Jefe de Dpto. de Consultoría y Calidad from 1993 to 1997. He then transitioned to Soluziona, serving as Jefe del Área de Consultoría y Sistemas de Calidad from 1997 to 2005. His diverse experience has equipped him with skills in managing large teams and driving business growth.
Education and Expertise
Jose Arias Alvaredo studied at ETS de Ingenieros Industriales de Vigo, where he earned a degree in Organización Industrial, achieving the title of Ingeniero Industrial from 1981 to 1988. Additionally, he studied at Escuela de Organización Industrial, completing a course in Planificación Financiera a largo plazo in 1987. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in industrial engineering and financial planning.
Achievements in Business Management
Throughout his career, Jose Arias Alvaredo has managed significant business units, including one with over 700 employees, generating more than 40 million euros in revenue. His leadership skills have contributed to substantial business growth across multiple sectors, including electrical, mechanical, industrial safety, telecommunications, civil engineering, and energy efficiency. His ability to operate within diverse industries highlights his versatility and effectiveness as a business leader.