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Rafael Santos Magalhães

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CEO / Managing Director & Board Member at Volkswagen Truck and Bus México
📍 Querétaro, Mexico

Rafael Santos Magalhães is the CEO of Volkswagen Truck & Bus México, bringing over 23 years of international automotive experience from roles in Brazil and Mexico. With an MBA from Universidade Federal Fluminense, he has deep expertise in finance, corporate restructuring, and M&A, focused on driving market growth.

His recent focus has been on launching new vehicle lines, including the Euro 6 range and the e-Volksbus electric bus. He is also leading the expansion of TRATON Financial Services in Mexico to provide integrated financing solutions for customers of the Volkswagen and MAN brands.

His background uniquely combines deep financial acumen with hands-on experience in manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance, giving him a holistic view of the automotive business.

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Experience
38 Years
Current Role
CEO / Managing Director & Board Member
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Querétaro, Mexico
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Mexican Automotive Market
As CEO, he is focused on consolidating the VW and MAN brands, launching new product lines, and strengthening the company's dealer and logistics network across Mexico.
Electric Mobility
He is leading the introduction of electric vehicles in Mexico, such as the e-Volksbus, emphasizing sustainability as a key issue for the transport industry.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
CEO / Managing Director & Board Member
Volkswagen Truck and Bus México
8-2020 - 1-2025
CFO / Finance Director & Member of the Mexican Board
Volkswagen Truck and Bus México
4-2017 - 8-2020
CFO / Finance Director
SaarGummi Group
12-2014 - 3-2017
Finance Director / CFO
MANN+HUMMEL Group
8-2010 - 12-2014
Plant Controller at MAN Truck & Bus Mexico
MAN Truck & Bus AG
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Education
2001 - 2002
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Universidade Federal Fluminense
1996 - 2000
Bachelor's Degree
Barra Mansa University
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