Rüdiger Benz

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Chief Market Officer Electrification Business at SEG Automotive

Stuttgart Region, Germany

Overview

Dr. Rüdiger Benz is the Chief Market Officer for Electrification at SEG Automotive, leveraging over 20 years of experience from roles at Bosch and SEG. He specializes in bringing innovative electrification strategies to life, from concept to production, and studied at the University of Stuttgart and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).

He participated in a video series, "Understanding Transformation Processes, " to publicly showcase the entire manufacturing journey of an e-motor.

Personality Overview

Curious

Value Driven

Assertive

They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.  They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

Automotive Electrification
He has spent over 20 years leading the development and industrialization of electrified powertrain systems, from 48V hybrids to high-voltage e-drives.
Sustainable Mobility
He actively discusses reducing CO2 emissions through technology and partnerships, attending industry events like the Aachen Colloquium for Sustainable Mobility.
High-Voltage E-Drives
Publicly promotes his company's production of high-voltage (800V) traction machines, showcasing their expansion beyond traditional 12V and 48V products.

Media Appearances

Rüdiger has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Chief Market Officer Electrification Business at SEG Automotive
1-2021
Senior Vice President Engineering at SEG Automotive
9-2019 - 12-2020
Vice President Engineering - Lead Development Starter Motors and Generators at SEG Automotive
4-2016 - 12-2017
Vice President Engineering - Lead Development Starter Motors at Bosch
7-2014 - 3-2016
Director Engineering at Bosch

Education

2004 - 2007
Education details unavailable from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
1998 - 2003
Education details unavailable from University of Stuttgart

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Exp : 19 Location : Stuttgart Region, Germany Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Market Officer Electrification Business at SEG Automotive
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Insights For Selling To Rüdiger

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for a lot of questions, answer them objectively
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Persuade objectively how your product will help them achieve their goals

DONT's

  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Avoid making offhand commitments

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rüdiger is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rüdiger

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rüdiger move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Rüdiger take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Rüdiger

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