Claude Willaert
About Claude Willaert
Claude Willaert is a Site Manager at D'Ieteren Auto, with a diverse background in the automotive and retail sectors, including roles at Daimler AG and Nissan Motor Corporation.
Current Role at D'Ieteren Auto
Claude Willaert has been serving as a Site Manager at D'Ieteren Auto since 2017. In this role, he oversees operations in Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium. His responsibilities include managing site activities and ensuring operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at Daimler AG
Willaert worked at Daimler AG in various capacities. He served as the Nearly New Car Operational Manager from 2000 to 2006 in Brussels. Following this, he held the position of Managing Director for Mercedes-Benz Wavre from 2006 to 2011, where he was responsible for the overall management and operations of the dealership.
Career at Nissan Motor Corporation
From 2011 to 2014, Claude Willaert worked at Nissan Motor Corporation as the Director of Dealer Development Network, Quality, and Training in Aartselaar, Antwerpen, Belgium. In this role, he focused on enhancing dealer performance and ensuring quality standards across the network.
Educational Background
Claude Willaert studied at the University of Antwerp, where he completed his Master's degree from 1982 to 1988. His education provided a foundation for his career in the automotive industry and management.
Early Career Experience
Willaert began his career as an Assistant Site Manager at Carrefour from 1988 to 1990. He then transitioned to LeasePlan, where he held the roles of Leasing Advisor from 1992 to 1996 and Car Sales Manager from 1996 to 2000. He also worked as a Product Manager for Sunsnacks-Pegase at Thomas Cook from 1990 to 1992 in Antwerp.