Michele Durante
About Michele Durante
Michele Durante is a Key Account Manager at Murata Electronics Europe B.V., with extensive experience in sales and account management. He holds a Swiss federal diploma in Electrician and a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering.
Work at Murata
Michele Durante has been employed at Murata Electronics Europe B.V. as a Key Account Manager since 2014. In this role, he holds sales responsibility for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) customers. Durante is actively involved in the creation of new products, collaborating with both customers and product divisions. He is responsible for implementing strategic account plans, which include conducting market analysis to support business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Michele Durante studied at Berufsschule Zürich-Oerlikon, where he earned a Swiss federal diploma as an Electrician from 1982 to 1986. He furthered his education at the Arbeitsgemeinschaft für berufliche Weiterbildung Uster, obtaining a Bachelor in Electronic Engineering from 1989 to 1992. Durante's educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in sales and engineering within the electronics industry.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining Murata, Michele Durante worked as a Sales Manager and Member of the Executive Board at EME AG Interconnection & Motion from 1999 to 2012. His role spanned 13 years, during which he gained significant experience in sales management. Prior to that, he served as a Sales Engineer and Sales Coordinator at Firmenname VEGA Messtechnik AG from 1993 to 1995, contributing to his extensive background in sales and customer relations.
Early Career in Engineering
Michele Durante began his career as a Component Engineer at Zellweger Uster Inc from 1988 to 1991. This role lasted for three years and provided him with foundational engineering experience. His early career in engineering complements his later roles in sales and account management, enhancing his understanding of technical products and customer needs.