Alexander Gelis
About Alexander Gelis
Alexander Gelis serves as the Vice President of Sales and Product Management for Hiab Loader Cranes Light and Medium Range. He has extensive experience in various leadership roles within Hiab and MacGregor, demonstrating strong skills in financial analysis, project management, and sector analysis.
Current Role at Hiab
Alexander Gelis serves as the Vice President of Sales & Product Management for Hiab Loader Cranes Light and Medium Range (LCLM) since 2021. He is based in Uppsala, Uppsala County, Sweden. In this role, he oversees sales strategies and product management, focusing on enhancing the performance and market reach of Hiab's loader crane offerings.
Previous Experience at Hiab
Prior to his current position, Alexander Gelis held several key roles at Hiab. He was the Vice President for North, Central & East Europe from 2019 to 2021 and served as Director, Truck Mounted Forklifts (Moffett, Princeton), Global Sales and Product Management from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he was the Director and Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at Hiab has spanned various leadership roles, contributing to the company's growth in multiple regions.
Experience at MacGregor
Alexander Gelis worked at MacGregor in various capacities from 2004 to 2013. He served as a Spares Engineer in the Service Division, Cranes, and later as the Director of Spares and Technical Services in the Marine sector. His role included responsibilities in production, purchasing, and planning management within the Merchant Ship Division. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in the maritime and crane industries.
Educational Background
Alexander Gelis has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Essex, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) from 1999 to 2000. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the University of Teesside, completed from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he attended IMD Business School, completing the Customer Value program in 2016. His foundational education includes a Science Major from Lycee Saint Benoit from 1993 to 1996.
Skills and Expertise
Alexander Gelis possesses strong financial and analytical skills, particularly in business plan development and budgeting. He has extensive experience in managing turnaround projects, profit improvement, and change management initiatives. His expertise also includes sector analysis and vendor negotiations. He is recognized for his leadership abilities and has a proven track record in mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and joint ventures (JVs).