Philippe Desnos

Philippe Desnos has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Philippe most recently served as the Chief Executive Officer of Senstronic Group starting in September 2022, after previously holding the position of Managing Director from April 2021 to August 2022. Prior to this, they were the Managing Director of Fluiconnecto by Manuli from January 2018 to December 2020, where they focused on digitalization, centralization of purchasing, and operational excellence to reduce working capital. Philippe also conducted restructuring efforts to enhance profitability and customer focus.

From July 2016 to December 2017, Desnos worked as the Managing Director and VP of Ecobat Battery Technologies, leading the company's organic growth and strategic acquisitions to diversify its route to market. Philippe implemented digitalization in the supply chain, reduced operational costs, and fostered engagement in the electrification and recycling of Lithium batteries. Philippe also had a concurrent role as the Managing Director of Strategy and Aftermarket Consulting from January 2016 to December 2017.

Prior to these roles, Desnos had an extensive tenure at Delphi, where they held various leadership positions. As the President of Delphi Product and Service Solutions from December 2013 to June 2016, they transformed the organization through restructuring, employee engagement, and operational excellence. Philippe introduced digitalization in telematic solutions, resulting in reduced lead time and working capital. Philippe also secured growth through category management and customer intimacy. Additionally, they served as the Vice President of Global Diesel Aftermarket from January 2013 to December 2015 and as the Vice President of Global Marketing Diesel Aftermarket from February 2010 to December 2012.

Desnos began their career at Delphi in 2002, where they held the positions of Director USA/Canada from January 2005 to September 2009 and Global Engineering Director from January 2002 to January 2005. Philippe started their professional journey at ZF TRW as the Remanufacturing Manager from January 1998 to January 2000 and at Lucas as the Engineering Manager from July 1995 to January 1998.

Throughout their career, Desnos has demonstrated a strong track record of driving growth, implementing digital solutions, optimizing operations, and delivering shareholder value.

Philippe Desnos has a diverse educational background. Philippe first attended Ecole Supérieure des Techniques Aéronautiques et de Construction Automobile from 1991 to 1994, where they obtained a Master's degree in Automotive. Following this, in 1994, they pursued a Master's degree in Engine Combustion at Paris-Sud University (Paris XI), completing it in the same year. Later, in 2003, Philippe enrolled at the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School and completed an MBA in Business from 2003 to 2008. During their time at Warwick Business School, they also participated in the International Leadership program offered by Thunderbird School of Global Management in the year 2007. Additionally, Philippe attended INSEAD where they pursued an MBA and Warwick Business School for their initial MBA studies. Detailed information regarding the start and end years for these two institutions is not provided.