- Position: Vice President, Independent Markets, Nissan Europe
- Location: Paris, France
- Languages Spoken: English, French
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Andrew Humberstone is Vice President, Independent Markets Nissan Europe, where he oversees 33 independent markets across Europe to drive sustainable growth and reinforce the company's customer-centric transformation.
With more than 30 years of experience across the global automotive industry, Andrew has held senior leadership roles across Europe, Oceania, China, India and the Middle East. Prior to his current role, he was Managing Director for Nissan Oceania and previously led Nissan Motor GB, as well as Nissan Europe's Independent National Sales Companies business.
With a proven ability to lead large-scale organisational change, Andrew has led business transformation, commercial turnaround and development initiatives across diverse markets and cultures. Known for his principle of "clarity in complexity", he brings a grounded, people-focused approach to leadership, built on transparency, collaboration and lasting impact.
Notable Achievements:
- More than 30 years of senior global automotive leadership experience across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Oceania
- Led large-scale organisational transformation, commercial turnaround and growth initiatives across multiple markets
LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
Andrew believes leadership is not only about driving momentum, but about creating a lasting impact on people, culture and direction. Shaped by decades of international experience, his approach is grounded in openness, collaboration and building strong, lasting partnerships across diverse teams and markets.
BEHIND THE TITLE
Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, reading and running. As a keen marathon runner, he has supported the Down's Syndrome Association through fundraising initiatives.
HISTORY
- 2026: Vice President, Independent Markets Europe, Nissan
- Oversees 33 independent markets across Europe, shaping market performance, strategic partnerships and long-term strategy.
- Previous roles:
- 2024 – 2026: Vice President and Managing Director, Nissan Oceania
- 2020 – 2024: Vice President and Managing Director, Nissan Motor GB
- 2019 – 2019: Director and Head of Function, Nissan Europe – Independent National Sales Companies (INSC)
- 2014 – 2018: Chief Executive Officer, Elite Automotive Alliances, El Seif Engineering Contracting
- 2012 – 2014: Advisor and Lead Negotiator, Automotive M&A Projects
- 2011 – 2012: Head of International Operations, EMEA Region, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
- 2007 – 2012: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK
- 2007 – 2012: Chairman, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Ireland
- 2006 – 2007: CEO, Vice Chairman and Chief Representative, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles China
- 2006 – 2006: CEO and Project Leader – India, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
- 2002 – 2006: Group General Manager – Automotive, Al Tayer Group, Dubai
EDUCATION
- 2019: Certified Non-Executive Director, Corporate Governance IDP-C, INSEAD
- 2018: Cryptocurrency and Disruption, Executive Management Programme, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
- 1999 – 2000: MBA, Business, Anglia Ruskin University
- 1992 – 1995: Marketing & Organisational Behaviour, Business, Heriot-Watt University
- 1990 – 1991: Executive Management Diploma, Business, University of the Witwatersrand