Diego Buffoni
About Diego Buffoni
Diego Buffoni is the Aftermarket Director at Thyssenkrupp and Ufi Filters Group, with over 13 years of experience in the international automotive B2B sector.
Title and Current Roles
Diego Buffoni holds the title of Aftermarket Director at Berco S.p.A – Tk Bu Forged Technology, a subsidiary of Thyssenkrupp. He is based in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Additionally, he serves as the Director of Europe Sales and Group Marketing Aftermarket for Ufi Filters Group located in Verona, Veneto, Italy.
Previous Experience in Automotive Industry
Diego Buffoni has built a robust career in the automotive B2B sector over more than 13 years. His earlier roles include working at Sogefi Group as Global Marketing and Itgs Key Account Manager, Bu Aftermarket from 2013 to 2015, and as EMEA Pricing and Trade Marketing Manager, Bu Aftermarket from 2010 to 2013. Prior to Sogefi Group, he served as a Pricing Specialist, Bu Aftermarket at Brembo S.p.A. from 2007 to 2010 in Stezzano, Lombardy, Italy.
Education and Academic Background
Diego Buffoni holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Business from Hogeschool Inholland / Inholland University of Applied Sciences, where he studied from 2004 to 2005. He also attended Università Degli Studi Di Bergamo for six years, from 2001 to 2007.
Expertise in International Automotive B2B Sector
Diego Buffoni has extensive experience in the international automotive B2B sector. He is well-versed in both IAM (Independent Aftermarket) and OES (Original Equipment Supplier) markets. His expertise spans across marketing and sales functions and includes managing business contracts and relations with key international trading groups such as Temot, ATR, ADI, Gaui, and Nexus for over 6 years.
HR Management Experience
Diego Buffoni has significant experience in HR management, overseeing 22 sales and marketing direct reports and 10 functional reports. This experience has solidified his leadership capabilities and ability to manage large teams effectively.
Multi-Language Proficiency
Fluent in Italian, English, Spanish, and French, Diego Buffoni brings a multi-language proficiency to his roles, allowing him to effectively communicate and negotiate in diverse international markets.