Alessandro Alves
About Alessandro Alves
Alessandro Alves is the CEO of the Business Unit Springs & Stabilizers at Thyssenkrupp in São Paulo, Brazil, with extensive experience in multinational operations and technology sector M&As.
CEO Business Unit Springs & Stabilizers at Thyssenkrupp
Alessandro Alves is currently serving as the CEO Business Unit Springs & Stabilizers at Thyssenkrupp. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction, operational management, and overall performance of the Springs & Stabilizers unit. As part of his responsibilities, he ensures that the business unit aligns with Thyssenkrupp’s broader organizational objectives and market strategies. He also holds the title of Bilstein Regional Legal Responsible, indicating additional legal oversight duties within the region. His leadership is based in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Alessandro Alves has held various senior leadership positions. Prior to his current role, he was the COO of the Business Unit Springs & Stabilizers at Thyssenkrupp for 7 months in 2022. He has also served as a Council Member at Audax Electronics and as Managing Director for Engineering and Industrial Services at EDC Group. His international experience includes roles such as North America Executive Director of Operations at Aptiv, and Executive Director and President for Delphi South America. His extensive career spans various sectors, particularly within engineering, manufacturing, and industrial services.
Education and Certification
Alessandro Alves has received significant academic credentials that support his extensive career in engineering and management. He achieved a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia (1999-2004). Furthering his education, he attended Hult Ashridge, obtaining a Corporate Executive Development Program certification (2011-2012). He also holds an Executive Certificate in Management and Leadership from the MIT Sloan School of Management (2019) and has pursued additional studies in Strategies for Career Development and Path to C-Suite at MIT Sloan as well.
Specializations and Expertise
Alessandro Alves possesses an extensive range of specializations in several industry sectors. His expertise includes Industry Manufacturing & Automation, Injection Molding, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Car Architecture, Electronic Modules, and Electrification. He has led start-up operations and restructurings in multinational companies, focusing on achieving operational excellence in a global environment. Additionally, he has a proven track record in mergers and acquisitions (M&As) within the technology sector, demonstrating his capacity to drive growth and innovation.