Rizos, Nikolaos

Experience

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  Technological Educational Institute of Piraues

  Feb 2003 - Oct 2003

  Assistant at the Laboratory of Quality control & Engineering materials

  - Conducted several laboratory tests for the purposes of the module Quality of Engineering Materials (Heat treatment processes, materials testing).- Maintenance of the laboratory and its equipment

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  Ergotelis Construction Group

  Jun 2003 - Aug 2003

  On Site Engineer

  - On site engineer at Hellenic Shipyards; demolition of old welding-building.- Controlled the progress of the actual schedule against the construction baseline plan.- Communication with site engineer about the progress of the project.

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  Technological Educational Institute of Piraues

  Oct 2005 - Jul 2006

  Teaching Assisstant at the Laboratory of Quality control & Engineering materials

  - Teaching classes of between 10 and 25 young students; preparation of module notes and clarification of questions during the lesson.- Conducted several laboratory tests for the purposes of the module Quality of Engineering Materials (Heat treatment processes {hardening, softening, annealing}, materials testing {surface hardness, tensile strength, analysis of steel’s specimens structure}).- Collaborating with other members of staff for the identification of students needs; clarification of questions, additional educational material for the comprehension of the module. Show less

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  Internship at a technical office (mechanical engineering installations in buildings)

  Apr 2006 - Jun 2006

  Installation's design engineer

  - Produced blueprints and engineering calculations in water supply grids, drainage grids, natural gas grids and ventilation systems.

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  Hellenic Navy Academy

  Aug 2007 - Jun 2008

  Seaman apprentice – engineer

  - Contributed to the smooth operation of hovercrafts headquarters.

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  Mercedes-Benz Hellas

  Jun 2008 - Sept 2011

  - Continuous monitoring of Daimler’s databases for the accurate, correct and on time preparation of vehicle type approvals for MB passengers cars, SMart, MB vans and MB trucks. - Succesful training of a newcomer Homologation assistant.- Ensured the cooperation between the employees of MoT and MB to achieve on time submission and delivery of vehicle type approvals. - Managed the project of the adaptation of National Type Approvals into the new European Type Approvals form, according to framework directive 2007/46/EC. - Co-operated and supported sales departments and dealer network with necessary technical knowledge.- Communicated, advised and provided to all MB customers with necessary technical support (consultation for homologation issues, issuance of several types of technical declarations/certifications [revenue p.a.: xx,000€] ).- Collaboration (as MB Hellas representative) with HQ and colleagues from other EU countries for the purposes of international projects; Projects: Reference Mass Regulation (R.m.R.) Project and Zullasungs Prozess der Zukunft (Z.P.d.Z.).- Ensured that the compliance of processes is followed in strict coherence with the remediation process.- Addressed and presented homologation issues and risks in departmental/training meetings.- Participated and contributed to regional and international homologation meetings. Show less

  • Homologation Specialist

    Dec 2009 - Sept 2011

  • Homologation Assistant

    Jun 2008 - Dec 2009
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  Bebe Lena

  May 2012 - Dec 2021

  Sales support & Web administration

  - B2C in house sales (retail store),- B2B (visits at the stores of existing or potential customers, participation in exhibitions; sales in retail exhibitions, introduction of new products and acquisition of new customers),- Administration of social media webpage (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bebe-Lena/281844095261705), - Development & administration of website for the increase of clientele and volume sales (http://www.bebe-lena.gr/).

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  YALCO

  Oct 2012 - Dec 2012

  Freelance Consultant

  Business Process Reengineering ProjectsReengineering of HORECA & Houseware Sales Depertments - Interviews with Senior managers for understanding the existing sequence of operations within each department, - Salesforce observations, - Data acquisition for the improvement of current management system, - Proposals for the increase of Salesmen productivity.Reengineering of HORECA & Houseware Purchasing Depertments - Interviews with Product managers for understanding the existing sequence of operations within each department- Observation sessions with product managers in order to develop a thorough list of their daily activities, - Process mapping,- Data acquisition for the improvement of current management system, - Proposals for the elimination of NVA activities and minimisation of loss time. Show less

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  Mercedes-Benz Hellas

  Apr 2013 - now

  - Defined and monitored the implementation of the operative planning (i.e volume, stock, discount planning) on a regular basis.- Developed new market introduction of; EQB, SL, GLC, B, CLA, GLB, G-Class from early stages to launch (market positioning, pricing, promotion, launch).- Developed the relevant product range through needed sales incentives support events, exhibitions and launches, support of training activities. - Active, engagement in the preparation of the communication plan and the marketing strategy.- Monitored the market on a monthly basis; competition performance and activities. Market segment analysis and target groups, for the definition of product offerings and increase of competitiveness.- Supported dealers network salesforce in product related issues. - Developed and monitored “Mercedes_me” connectivity strategy for MB product range.- MB Cars product range of responsibility; B, CLA, GLB, EQB, EQC, GLC, C-Cabrio/Coupe, SL, G. Show less - Defined the product and pricing sales strategy for Mercedes-Benz Vans (circulars, equipment packages, product positioning; Sprinter VS30, X-Class VS40, eVans, Citan VS11, etc.).- Prepared and communicated (internally and externally) product specifications and pricing.- Managed discount budget for product range.- Monitored and controlled production & sales plan (KuFri).- Monitored the stock situation of product range.- Supported dealers network, local bodybuilders, and fleet customers in product related issues. - Project ambassador for the implementation of electric Vans product portfolio in the Greek market (positioning, pricing, alliances, training, sales set-up).- Project ambassador for the implementation of implementation of WLTP at Vans product portfolio in the Greek market.- Developed and launched a new system/logic for vehicles offering and invoicing for Vans division (SAP | MBKS | Incadea).- MB Vans product range of responsibility : Citan, Vito, V-Class, Sprinter, X-Class. Show less - Promotion & Sales of trucks in my area of responsibility; B2B and B2C sales of brand new and used Mercedes-Benz trucks.- Promoted transport solutions through the correct application of product range. Configuration of "tailored"​ trucks according to customers requirements.- Prepared proposals and costings for standard and non-standard industry specific solutions. - Monitored sales process; customer offer, negotiation, payment terms, order placement, customs clearance, invoicing, vehicle delivery to bodybuilder, vehicle delivery/presentation to customer.- Ensured that all chassis and bodywork is complaint to Greek regulations and type approval. - Participated in industrial & commercial exhibitions for the promotion of Mercedes-Benz trucks.- Conducted and arranged test drive events, for all new product range (Atego, Actros, Arocs, Antos), at customer's location. - Managed the development of leads, prospects and customers, to ensure high levels of customer acquisition and satisfaction. Show less

  • Life Cycle Product Manager Passenger Cars

    May 2021 - now

  • Life Cycle Product Manager Vans

    Jun 2016 - May 2021

  • Trucks Sales Consultant

    Apr 2013 - Jun 2016