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Francisco (Asensio) Aguerri

Manager Consultant Automotive

Francisco Aguerri
Munich, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Present
1 year 6 months

Senior Digital Transformation, AI Strategy Lead & Product / Change Consultant

Francisco Asensio Aguerri Consulting

  • Specialist in Digitalisation and PLM Strategies: Extensive experience in leading complex digital transformation initiatives and implementing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platforms to enhance efficiency and streamline processes. Focus on developing future-proof data models and interfaces to ensure successful implementation and continuous business improvement.
  • Expert in Change, Quality, and Release Management: Design and implementation of end-to-end release and change management processes for the automotive industry, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and the use of cloud-based tools such as 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
  • Consulting in AI-Driven Strategies: In-depth knowledge of artificial intelligence, backed by certifications and hands-on experience in implementing AI technologies to drive innovation and business optimisation.
  • Project Leadership in the Automotive Sector: Successful leadership and coordination of vehicle dynamics and quality projects for premium vehicles. Extensive expertise in budget and quality management as well as overseeing technical modifications throughout the development process.
Nov 2022 - Present
3 years 5 months

Manager Consultant Automotive

Findic GmbH a ZEB Group Company

  • IT Project Manager
  • Creation and optimization of processes
  • AI applications projects
  • Data Analytics
May 2022 - Nov 2023
1 year 7 months

Full-time study in artificial intelligence

  • AI Product Manager certification
  • AI Programming with Python
  • Introduction to machine learning engineering with AWS (Supervised learning, deep learning and unsupervised learning)
May 2021 - Apr 2022
1 year

Automotive Project Manager

Sono Motors GmbH

  • End to End development and implementation of the release management and change management process including definition of the SW tool (3DX) in the cloud, according to development, production, quality, serviceability markets and homologation
  • Describe and include the release timing in the program planning for the complete vehicle according to deadlines
  • Cross functional coordination of the entire team (development, purchasing, quality, production, legal, logistics, program management and CTO)
  • Program management consultant from concept to series, including workshops coordination
  • Development of the requirements for the definition of the company SAP
  • Mentor and staff trainer in the process and tool
Jan 2018 - May 2021
3 years 5 months

Project Leader of the process chain driving dynamics (X5, X6 and X7)

BMW Group

  • Responsible for the management, coordination and control of the X5, X6 and X7 cars programs in the driving dynamics department, including budget control, technical leadership of the team, and responsibility for the entire vehicle dynamics according to the requirements (characteristics, costs, weight, quality, production, tests, deadlines and homologation)
  • Reduction of quality problems (customers, production, suppliers and interfaces) by 40%
  • Coordination of all changes necessary to achieve the objectives of the vehicle
  • Development and monitoring of the implementation of the electrical driving dynamics components (HW and SW) in the new vehicle network
  • Study and implementation of all necessary requirements to adapt the vehicle to 48V batteries and RDE2
Jul 2016 - Jan 2018
1 year 7 months

Quality Project Manager - process chain driving dynamics

BMW Group

  • Responsible for the planning, coordination and implementation of quality management processes in the luxury BMW series cars
  • Development of a new system for quality control and problem prioritization based on BMW data and statistics
  • Support the analysis of quality issues during the development of hardware and software for BMW series cars
  • Cross-functional teams alignment to optimize the quality and development speed trade-off
Nov 2014 - Jul 2016
1 year 9 months

Change Manager – process chain driving dynamics

Invenio GmbH for BMW AG

  • Development and implementation of the entire change management process in the field of driving dynamics
  • Successful and on-schedule implementation of more than 300 technical and economic modifications in the driving dynamics department
  • Cost analysis and plausibility check of the scoped changes with purchasing and component managers
  • Mentor and staff trainer in the process and tool
Apr 2014 - Oct 2014
7 months

Intern, Weight and cost reduction department

BMW Group

Jul 2013 - Mar 2014
9 months

Quality Manager

Mave Calidad S.L. for Airbus Space and Defense

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Automotive (11.5 years), Information Technology (4 years), Professional Services (1.5 years), and Aerospace and Defense (0.5 years).

Automotive
Information Technology
Professional Services
Aerospace and Defense

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (11 years), Product Development (9.5 years), Quality Assurance (7 years), Business Intelligence (3.5 years), Information Technology (3.5 years), and Procurement (1.5 years).

Project Management
Product Development
Quality Assurance
Business Intelligence
Information Technology
Procurement

Summary

I am a dynamic project manager with extensive experience in the automotive industry, specialising in digitalisation and innovation.

My goal is not just to manage projects but to elevate them to the next level. With a keen eye for opportunities and customer needs, I proactively develop solutions that deliver measurable results.

Efficiency and a results-driven approach are always at the core of my work.

My strengths lie in the strategic optimisation of processes, seamless collaboration across all levels of an organisation, and the successful management of complex, multicultural teams. Let’s take your next project to success—through clear vision, confident execution, and real value for your business.

Skills

  • Project Management

  • Quality Management

  • Business Development

  • E-commerce Founder

  • Product Manager

  • Strategy Development

  • Artificial Intelligent

  • Ms Office

  • Python

  • Jira & Confluence

  • 3dx

  • Bmw-systems

  • Sap

  • Aws

  • E-commerce

Languages

Spanish
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2022 - Jun 2025

Universidad de la Rioja

Msc. Artificial Intelligence · Artificial Intelligence · Logroño, Spain

University – Barcelona

Master production control and process optimization · production control and process optimization · Barcelona, Spain

Universidad Politécnica de Sevilla

Mechanical Engineer · Seville, Spain

Certifications & licenses

Prince2 Foundations certificate

AI Product Manager certification

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Where is Francisco based?

Francisco is based in Munich, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Francisco speak?

Francisco speaks the following languages: Spanish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Francisco have?

Francisco has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Francisco has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Francisco may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Francisco be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Francisco would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Digital Transformation, AI Strategy Lead & Product / Change Consultant, Manager Consultant Automotive, Full-time study in artificial intelligence.

What is Francisco's latest experience?

Francisco's most recent position is Senior Digital Transformation, AI Strategy Lead & Product / Change Consultant at Francisco Asensio Aguerri Consulting.

What companies has Francisco worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Francisco has worked for Francisco Asensio Aguerri Consulting, Findic GmbH a ZEB Group Company, Sono Motors GmbH, and BMW Group.

Which industries is Francisco most experienced in?

Francisco is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services. Francisco also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Francisco most experienced in?

Francisco is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Quality Assurance (QA). Francisco also has some experience in Business Intelligence, Information Technology (IT), and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Francisco worked in recently?

Francisco has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Francisco worked in recently?

Francisco has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Francisco's education?

Francisco holds a Master in Artificial Intelligence from Universidad de la Rioja, a Master in production control and process optimization from University – Barcelona and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineer from Universidad Politécnica de Sevilla.

Does Francisco have any certificates?

Francisco has 2 certificates. These include: Prince2 Foundations certificate and AI Product Manager certification.

What is the availability of Francisco?

Francisco is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Francisco?

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