Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith has extensive work experience in various roles within the automotive industry. Andrew worked as a Project Engineer, Project Manager, and New Business Manager at Toyoda Gosei UK from 2000 to 2012. During this time, they specialized in the Automotive Body Sealing division, focusing on products that ensure the smooth operation of doors and windows while keeping out rain, wind, and noise.

From 2012 to 2016, Andrew worked as a Program Manager at Kongsberg Automotive. In this role, they served as the main point of contact for customers, building and managing relationships with their engineering and purchasing teams. Andrew also project managed new product introductions and engineering changes, ensuring customer deadlines were met and all necessary approvals were obtained. Additionally, they played a key role in setting up new processes within a UK facility and successfully transferring business from mainland Europe.

Following this, from 2017 to 2022, Andrew held the position of Senior Key Account Manager at Kongsberg Automotive. Their responsibilities included managing key accounts, maintaining customer relationships, and driving business growth.

Currently, Andrew holds the role of EU Sales Director at Kongsberg Automotive, starting in 2023.

Andrew Smith earned a BA (Hons) in Business Administration from Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, they attended Ordsall Hall from 1990 to 1997, although no degree or field of study is mentioned.