Axel Harries
About Axel Harries
Axel Harries serves as the Vice President of Product Management for Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars and Sales Functions. He has held various leadership roles within Daimler AG and is currently a member of the supervisory board at ChargePoint, Inc.
Current Role at Daimler
Axel Harries serves as the Vice President of Product Management for Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars and Sales Functions within Mercedes-Benz Cars. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the strategic direction and management of product offerings and sales operations.
Previous Experience at Daimler AG
Prior to his current role, Harries held several key positions at Daimler AG. He was the Head of CASE and EVA for Mercedes-Benz Cars from 2016 to 2017. Before that, he served as the Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz G GmbH from 2008 to 2014 and as Vice President of Quality Management for Mercedes-Benz Cars from 2014 to 2016.
Board Membership at ChargePoint, Inc.
Harries has been a member of the Supervisory Board at ChargePoint, Inc. since 2016. In this role, he provides oversight and strategic guidance to the company, which specializes in electric vehicle charging solutions.
Education and Expertise
Harries studied at Hochschule Furtwangen University from 1989 to 1993, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in the automotive industry. His educational background complements his extensive experience in product management and quality assurance.