Elton Alves

🚀 Global Automotive Executive | Plant General Director | Multicultural LeadershipStrategic and results-driven executive with 23+ years of international experience in the automotive industry, built through progressive leadership roles within the AUNDE Group. Proven ability to transform operations, accelerate growth, and deliver sustainable profitability across Sales, Program Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality.🌎 Currently serving as Plant General Director in Mexico, leading complex operations in a highly multicultural environment. Recognized for driving organizational transformation, strengthening cross-cultural collaboration, and building high-performance teams focused on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Strong focus on EBIT growth, cost optimization, and operational resilience in dynamic global markets.🤝 Trusted partner to OEMs and key stakeholders, combining deep knowledge of customer culture with a strategic commercial mindset. Consistent track record of securing new business, expanding market presence, and outperforming industry growth through disciplined execution and long-term relationship building.🎓 Academic Background:Postgraduate Degree in Production Engineering – Lean Manufacturing | Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), BrazilBachelor’s Degree in Textile Engineering | University of Maringá, BrazilBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | University of Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil🔧 Passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and developing people to achieve extraordinary results in global and multicultural environments.