On November 1, 2024, the Franco-Spanish Sergio Rivas Pikias, aged 45, takes the helm of the Stellantis site in Mulhouse. A graduate with a master’s degree in organizational engineering and industrial engineering from Carlos III University of Madrid, he has spent most of his career within the PSA group, now integrated into Stellantis. Rivas Pikias has occupied various positions, from process time analyst in the stamping department in 2004 to the management of the Stellantis plant in Kenitra, Morocco. In Mulhouse, his mission includes continuing the energy transition and implementing the strategic plan Dare Forward 2030, focused on economic performance, quality, and decarbonization.
sergio rivas pikias takes control of stellantis mulhouse
As of November 1st, 2024, the Stellantis Mulhouse plant enters a new era under the leadership of Sergio Rivas Pikias. This 45-year-old Franco-Spanish leader, with two decades of experience within the PSA group now integrated into Stellantis, replaces Thierry Robert, the former director who ascended to the manufacturing Europe management of the group. Sergio brings with him an innovative approach, gained during his years spent in Madrid and Morocco, where he managed the Kenitra plant. This transition marks a crucial stage for the Sausheim plant in Alsace as it continues to refine its strategy in a constantly evolving industrial context.
the impressive career of sergio rivas pikias
A graduate in organizational engineering and industrial engineering from Carlos III University of Madrid, Sergio Rivas Pikias started his career within the PSA group where he progressed through various roles. From 2004, he worked in Madrid, starting with process time analysis in stamping. His progression within the industry led him to take on strategic roles, such as logistics project manager in 2008, then supply chain manager in 2012. In 2018, he became assembly director, before being appointed in 2022 as production manager for expanded Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With the integration of Stellantis, his vision of the Stellantis production way becomes an emblematic method for improving production efficiency and quality.
challenges and aspirations for the future of stellantis mulhouse
Under the leadership of Sergio Rivas Pikias, the Stellantis plant in Mulhouse is preparing to face significant challenges. Among them are the energy transition and the implementation of the strategic plan Dare Forward 2030, which aims for continuous improvement of economic performance while pursuing ambitious decarbonization goals. The site, which produces famous models such as the Peugeot 308, 408, 508, and the DS7, also hosts a Powertrain division, comprising a machining plant, a forge, and a foundry. The group’s recent decision to reduce production and cut 600 temporary jobs creates a climate of tension, but also an opportunity to innovate and optimize production processes.
