Chris Philippides
About Chris Philippides
Chris Philippides is a Product Manager at thyssenkrupp, specializing in Energy & Sugar, with extensive experience in business development, operations management, and mechanical engineering across various industries.
Professional Role at Thyssenkrupp
Chris Philippides currently serves as the Product Manager for Energy and Sugar at thyssenkrupp. He has been with the company for over seven years. Initially, he started as a Key Accounts Manager for Services from 2012 to 2016 before transitioning to his current role. His responsibilities include overseeing product strategies and market development focused on the energy and sugar sectors.
Previous Roles and Industry Experience
Chris Philippides has extensive experience spanning multiple industries. At Access Global Logistics in Cyprus, he served as the Business & Operations Development Manager for 10 months. He also worked at Master Drilling (Pty) Ltd as the General Manager Stand-In for Contracts & Production and as the General Manager for Sales, Service & Production at Weir Minerals. His diverse roles have provided him with a broad understanding of global business operations, logistics, and drilling industries.
Educational Background
Chris Philippides holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the Witwatersrand. He also completed a Programme in Business Management at the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika and earned a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Witwatersrand. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical engineering and business management.
Mechanical Engineering and Early Career
Chris Philippides began his career at South African Breweries, where he worked as a Mechanical Engineer and Engineering Development Specialist for three years. His early career grounded him in mechanical engineering principles and provided valuable experience in engineering and development projects. This role set the stage for his future managerial and technical responsibilities.
Entrepreneurial Ventures and Small Business Development
From 2005 to 2011, Chris Philippides developed and managed his own small business at Central Bridge. As a Small Business Developer and Entrepreneur, he gained hands-on experience in running and growing a business. This entrepreneurial stint honed his skills in business development, operations management, and strategic planning.