Valentin Gacouin
About Valentin Gacouin
Valentin Gacouin is a Global Program Purchasing Leader at Faurecia, with a diverse background in the automotive industry, including roles at Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, and Groupe PSA. He holds a Master of Engineering in Automotive Engineering and has significant experience in program buying, business analysis, and market intelligence across various global locations.
Current Role at Faurecia
Valentin Gacouin serves as the Global Program Purchasing Leader at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany, where he oversees global purchasing strategies and program management. His role involves coordinating with various teams to ensure effective procurement processes that align with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current role, Valentin Gacouin held several positions at Faurecia. He worked as a Program Buyer from 2020 to 2021, a Business Analyst from 2016 to 2017, an Asia Product Leader from 2017 to 2019, and a Global Market Intelligence Leader from 2019 to 2020. His diverse roles contributed to his expertise in purchasing, market analysis, and product management within the automotive industry.
Work History in the Automotive Industry
Valentin Gacouin has a varied work history in the automotive sector. He began as a Mechanic at Mercedes-Benz France in 2010 and later worked as a Deputy Brand Manager at General Motors in 2014. He also gained experience as a Plant Worker at Groupe PSA in 2011 and as a Deputy Calibration Engineer at FEV North America, Inc. from 2012 to 2013. This extensive background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the automotive industry.
Educational Background
Valentin Gacouin studied at Oulu University of Applied Sciences, where he achieved a degree in Business Engineering from 2013 to 2014. He also attended Ecole supérieure des Techniques aéronautiques et de Construction automobile, earning a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Automotive Engineering from 2008 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in the automotive industry.