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GUERENDEL arnaud

GUERENDEL arnaud

Turin

Summary

Dynamic executive with a proven track record at Jindal Steel & Power Limited, adept at effective team leadership and critical thinking. Spearheaded initiatives that unlocked $5 billion in potential sales while fostering strategic partnerships. Renowned for decision-making in high-stakes environments, driving growth and operational excellence across diverse teams.


Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Jindal Steel & Power Limited
09.2023 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success. The VULCAN GREEN STEEL initiative leveraged 5BLN USD of potential sales by 2030.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects as well as part of M&A processes and operations (Range 1-3Bln EUR).
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.

Director of Strategic Development (Vice CTO)

SSAB
07.2020 - 08.2023
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities enabling more efficient operations from R&D to Market.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes (5BLN EUR CAPEX) within the organization for the Green Steel Transformation.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.

Head Of Global Automotive

SSAB
02.2016 - 07.2020
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions making from this business unit one of the most important of the company from 300 up to 650M EUR turnover (EBITDA 15%).
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions within the whole company as R&D, Production, quality, logistic and Sales.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Director of Business Development

DUFERCO International Trading Holding
02.2013 - 02.2015

Business Development Director Europe

NLMK
02.2008 - 02.2013

Sales Director

SSAB
02.2001 - 12.2007

Product Manager

SSAB
05.1996 - 12.2000

Sales Representative

ArcelorMittal
09.1990 - 01.1996

Education

MBA - Business

IESE
Germany
05-2018

Skills

  • Effective team leadership
  • Networking and collaboration
  • Decision-making for large operations
  • Critical thinking

Languages

French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Vice President

Jindal Steel & Power Limited
09.2023 - Current

Director of Strategic Development (Vice CTO)

SSAB
07.2020 - 08.2023

Head Of Global Automotive

SSAB
02.2016 - 07.2020

Director of Business Development

DUFERCO International Trading Holding
02.2013 - 02.2015

Business Development Director Europe

NLMK
02.2008 - 02.2013

Sales Director

SSAB
02.2001 - 12.2007

Product Manager

SSAB
05.1996 - 12.2000

Sales Representative

ArcelorMittal
09.1990 - 01.1996

MBA - Business

IESE
GUERENDEL arnaud