Sergio Savazzi
About Sergio Savazzi
Sergio Savazzi is the CEO of Springs and Stabilizers Brazil and Bilstein Legal Representative at thyssenkrupp, based in São Paulo, Brazil.
Title and Current Role
Sergio Savazzi serves as the CEO of Springs and Stabilizers Brazil and acts as the Bilstein Legal Representative at thyssenkrupp. He is based in the São Paulo Area, Brazil.
Professional Experience
Sergio Savazzi has held several key positions throughout his career. He has been the CEO of Springs and Stabilizers Brazil & Bilstein Legal Representative at thyssenkrupp since 2014. Previously, he served as COO at ThyssenKrupp Bilstein Brasil from 2011 to 2014. Before that, he worked as an Independent Operations Advisor and Career Transition specialist at DBM in 2010. In the field of lighting, Savazzi held various roles at Philips Lighting, including Senior Director (2008-2009), Regional Manager for Latin America (2001-2008), General Manager for Brazil (1998-2001), and Plant Manager (1989-1998).
Education and Training
Sergio Savazzi has a rich educational background. He attended IMD Business School in 2015 for executive training. He studied at ETI Lauro Gomes. Additionally, he completed a PDE at Fundação Dom Cabral. At Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho, he studied Production & Process and earned a degree in Mechanics.
Industry Expertise
Sergio Savazzi specializes in lean manufacturing, Hoshin, strategic business planning, change management, strategic alliances, supplier development, strategic outsourcing, benchmarking techniques, and union negotiations. He has extensive experience in leading start-up operations and introducing new technologies, as well as restructuring activities, including relocation and shutdown processes. Savazzi also has practical experience in cost reduction processes and implementing best practices across the supply chain.
Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives
Sergio Savazzi has been actively involved in environmental management and sustainability initiatives. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to integrating sustainable practices into business operations, ensuring that companies not only improve their environmental footprint but also achieve operational efficiency.
International Exposure
Sergio Savazzi has significant international exposure and experience working in multi-cultural teams. His diverse work background spans various countries and regions, providing him with a global perspective on business operations and strategic planning.