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Nikolaos Giannousas

Nikolaos Giannousas

Managing Director
Athens,Attica

Summary

With 20+ years of C-Level experience in Automotive and Networks, Sales, Business Development & Transformation, I have a proven track record in building Customer centric organizations, premium brands and long-term profitable growth. I have crafted and implemented strategic visions, developed and guided Management Teams, in extremely volatile and uncertain environments. With extensive collaboration and cultural insight into China, Nigeria, Japan, India, Brazil, Sweden, Romania and the USA.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director & Chairman

VOLVO CAR Hellas
09.2018 - 11.2023
  • 175% Net Profit increase in 2023 Vs 2019
  • All-Time Highs in 2023: Turnover, Net Profit
  • 1st position, VOLVO Global Ranking in Customer Satisfaction, 95% in 2021, 2022 through adaptation of:

- Sales Force, Customer Experience Module

- Variable Dealer Margin, Qualitative KPIs

  • 1st position in XC90 segment 2021, 2022, 2023
  • 1st position in Plug-in segment 2022, 2023
  • 1st in Greece and among Volvo distributors in EMEA, offered 360 Electrification Scheme:

- Charging solutions customized to fit at each company premises, user house

- Solar systems for zero-cost green energy

- Continuous training for retailers on selling electric cars

- 24/7 hotline for questions or repair needs across Greece

  • Launched Sales Funnel Management & New Customer Journey


General Manager

AG LEVENTIS Plc Nigeria
09.2013 - 09.2018
  • Company Overview:

A.G. Leventis Group is a leading manufacturing and distribution company in Nigeria and West Africa listed in the Nigerian Stock Exchange


Constructed and launched an Assembly Plant
Secured low import duties for vehicle brands


Increased Service revenue by 60%


Within 12 months by launching a multi-brand Repair &
Overhauling Center

Increased Fleet Maintenance Division Revenue
Within 6 months through rigorous ERP practices

Established Corporate Governance
Created approval protocols, ensuring compliance and reducing
risk exposure across departments within 4 months

Increased gross margin per job by 30%
Within 3 months by minimizing unauthorized local part purchases

ISUZU General Manager

Petros Petropoulos s.a.
12.2003 - 06.2012

Company Overview: Established in 1922. Official distributor in Greece for Land Rover, Scania, Isuzu, Shell Lubricants, among others

  • Launched ISUZU Pickups After a 30-year absence
  • Turnover growth From €1.2 million in 2004 to €40 million in 2007
  • Market Share evolution From 5% in 2004 to 15% in 2009
  • Return on Equity (R.O.E.): From -4% in 2004 to +73% in 2009
  • Best ISUZU European Distributor in 2007
  • Established in 1922
  • Official distributor in Greece for Land Rover, Scania, Isuzu, Shell Lubricants, among others

Network & Business Management Manager

TOYOTA Balkans EOOD (Member of Inchcape Plc Group)
02.2002 - 12.2003

Network & Business Management Manager

TOYOTA Greece (Member of Inchcape Plc Group)
01.1999 - 02.2002

East Mediterranean Market Development

ALPHARMA Inc. - Seattle, USA
07.1994 - 03.1995
  • Launched vaccination as a new treatment method for Fish Farming tuberculosis

Education

MBA - Business Administration and Finance

ALBA Graduate Business School, Athens
09.2025 - 09.1996

Scholarship granted by the Greek Federation of Industries

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Athens University of Economics And Business, Athens

Timeline

ALBA Graduate Business School - MBA, Business Administration and Finance
09.2025 - 09.1996
Managing Director & Chairman - VOLVO CAR Hellas
09.2018 - 11.2023
General Manager - AG LEVENTIS Plc Nigeria
09.2013 - 09.2018
ISUZU General Manager - Petros Petropoulos s.a.
12.2003 - 06.2012
Network & Business Management Manager - TOYOTA Balkans EOOD (Member of Inchcape Plc Group)
02.2002 - 12.2003
Network & Business Management Manager - TOYOTA Greece (Member of Inchcape Plc Group)
01.1999 - 02.2002
East Mediterranean Market Development - ALPHARMA Inc. - Seattle, USA
07.1994 - 03.1995
Athens University of Economics And Business - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Nikolaos GiannousasManaging Director