David Devereux
About David Devereux
David Devereux serves as the Senior Sales Manager at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2008. He has a background in marketing and management from Central Michigan University and has successfully managed significant projects and relationships within the automotive industry.
Work at Faurecia
David Devereux has been employed at Faurecia since 2008, serving as a Senior Sales Manager for 16 years. In this role, he has successfully led significant initiatives, including the FCA MP MCA IP RFQ acquisition activity, which helped retain business for the company. Devereux played a crucial role in managing Faurecia's first Ford program awarded in North America, which was valued at $251 million over five years. His responsibilities also included training the entire Ford sales team on Faurecia’s processes, providing commercial direction and guidance on program negotiations.
Education and Expertise
David Devereux earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Management from Central Michigan University. He studied at the university from 1988 to 1993. His educational background supports his expertise in sales management and strategic program leadership within the automotive industry.
Background
Before joining Faurecia, David Devereux worked as a Software Engineer at Baan from 1997 to 2004. This experience provided him with a technical foundation that complements his sales and management skills. His career trajectory reflects a blend of engineering and sales expertise, which has been beneficial in his current role.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Faurecia, David Devereux has achieved notable milestones, including collecting over $1.8 million in lost revenue through a resin recovery commercial agreement in 2011. He has also built strong relationships with Nissan’s purchasing, engineering, and design studio, which supported strategic decisions on targeted programs. Additionally, he led all FCA VAVE 2019 activities from a program management perspective, demonstrating his leadership capabilities in complex projects.