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Diogo CostaThe Executive MBA
Portuguese
Languages
- Portuguese / English / Spanish
Top Strengths
- Strategic Leadership with Focused on Results / Strong Communication Skills & People Management / Financial Management / Risk & Change Management / Negotiation Sales
Future Professional Interests
- Strategic Management & Business Growth / International Manager / Operations
Diogo Costa The Executive MBA
ACCELERATING SUCCESS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Diogo brings a strategic vision and results-oriented approach to the Automotive industry, backed by a decade of leadership experience. His journey, from Lean Manager to Chief Operations Officer and beyond, equips him with a profound understanding of industry challenges and opportunities.
Throughout his career, Diogo has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team engagement. He excels in crafting and executing strategies that drive tangible outcomes, complemented by the ability to cultivate high-performing teams aligned with company objectives.
Diogo's expertise extends to lean methodologies, communication, project management, and tangible value addition. These skills have propelled him to his role as Chief Operations Officer for Frezite's Metal Unit, overseeing operations across five international plants.
In 2019, Diogo further expanded his horizons by leading the South & West and New Markets team, enriching his understanding of sales, negotiation, marketing, and customer relations.
With a comprehensive skill set and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Diogo is a dynamic force in the Automotive industry, dedicated to propelling businesses to new heights.
Diogo brings a strategic vision and results-oriented approach to the Automotive industry, backed by a decade of leadership experience. His journey, from Lean Manager to Chief Operations Officer and beyond, equips him with a profound understanding of industry challenges and opportunities.
Throughout his career, Diogo has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team engagement. He excels in crafting and executing strategies that drive tangible outcomes, complemented by the ability to cultivate high-performing teams aligned with company objectives.
Diogo's expertise extends to lean methodologies, communication, project management, and tangible value addition. These skills have propelled him to his role as Chief Operations Officer for Frezite's Metal Unit, overseeing operations across five international plants.
In 2019, Diogo further expanded his horizons by leading the South & West and New Markets team, enriching his understanding of sales, negotiation, marketing, and customer relations.
With a comprehensive skill set and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Diogo is a dynamic force in the Automotive industry, dedicated to propelling businesses to new heights.
Languages
- Portuguese / English / Spanish
Top Strengths
- Strategic Leadership with Focused on Results / Strong Communication Skills & People Management / Financial Management / Risk & Change Management / Negotiation Sales
Future Professional Interests
- Strategic Management & Business Growth / International Manager / Operations
Academic Background
- 2024The Executive MBA | Porto Business School, University of Porto
- 2023Business Innovation | University of California, Berkeley
- 2016General Manager Program (PDE) | AESE Business School, Portugal
- 2013Lean Expert | Commutamos Consulting, Germany
- 2007Industrial Engineering Graduation(Pre-bologna) | Catholic University, Portugal
- 2004Mechanical Engineering | University of Minho, Portugal
Timeline
- 2019 - (...)Leader of Managing Team West & South and New Markets | Frezite Metal Unit
- 2017 - 2019Head of Operations | Frezite Metal Unit
- 2014 - 2017Operations Manager | SMP Autoeuropa
- 2014 - 2014Plant Manager | SMP Brazil
Likes & Curiosities
- Lean Manufacturing Speaker
- Sustainability
- Digital Transformation (4.0)
- Family & Sports (20 years, Handball Player)
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