Romain Petitjean
About Romain Petitjean
Romain Petitjean serves as the Customer Division Director at Faurecia Interior and Global Account Director, overseeing significant revenue responsibilities for major clients. He has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having held various leadership roles at Faurecia and Visteon, and is actively involved in strategic initiatives and joint ventures.
Current Role at Faurecia
Romain Petitjean serves as the Customer Division Director at Faurecia Interior and holds the title of Global Account Director. He has been in this role since 2017, overseeing a significant team of 92 professionals across various departments, including Sales, Programs, Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality. His responsibilities include managing activities for major global customers, specifically Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi and Volvo, with a combined revenue responsibility of €1.25 billion.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current position, Romain Petitjean worked at Faurecia in several capacities. From 2011 to 2015, he was the Programs Sales Manager for Renault-Nissan at Faurecia Automotive Seating. He then served as the Customer Business Unit Director at Faurecia Seating from 2015 to 2017. Both roles were based in the Paris Area, France, contributing to his extensive experience in the automotive industry.
Experience at Visteon and TREVES
Romain Petitjean began his career in the automotive sector at Visteon, where he worked as an Account Manager for the Korea Business from 2004 to 2008. Following this, he served as a Key Account Manager at TREVES from 2008 to 2011. These positions helped him develop a strong foundation in account management and customer relations within the automotive industry.
Leadership and Board Memberships
Romain Petitjean is a member of the Europe Board of Directors for the Interior Business Group at Faurecia. He is also involved in two Joint Ventures Boards of Directors located in Osaka, Japan, and Pitesti, Romania. Additionally, he is part of the M&A Group focused on enhancing external growth opportunities for Faurecia, demonstrating his leadership in strategic initiatives.
Team Management and Responsibilities
In his current role, Romain Petitjean leads a diverse team of 92 individuals across multiple departments. His leadership encompasses various functions, including Sales, Programs, Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, and Quality. This multifaceted approach enables him to effectively manage the complex needs of global customers and drive revenue growth.