Caterina Sclafani

I've been in the automotive industry for 15 years, and I'm currently in my seventh year working in sales and marketing at Stellantis, formerly known as Chrysler. My main focus is on aftermarket sales for automotive glass - everything that happens after a vehicle leaves the lot is my responsibility, whether it's maintenance or collision repair. Day to day, I'm increasing our sales numbers and margins for all the glass that goes on vehicles, which means I'm constantly working with customers, vendors, dealers, and addressing any logistical challenges that come up. I work with cross-functional groups to make sure our parts are available, ship properly, arrive undamaged, and that our dealers are happy. I also set pricing to ensure we're competitive while still making money, and I work closely with insurance companies, collision shops, and a glass distributor who serves as the middle person between us and the dealers and shops. Before moving into sales and marketing, I spent about 8 years in auto manufacturing at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant, where Grand Cherokees and Durangos are built. During that time, I served as communications manager and was part of the team that helped the plant achieve its first World Class Manufacturing bronze medal, which was incredibly rewarding. I earned my bachelor's degree in marketing from Siena Heights University in 2010, and it took me about 8 years to finally get into the marketing role I'd studied for. Working in manufacturing at such a young age - I started at 23 - really shaped the rest of my career because I learned how to manage people and work with individuals from different backgrounds and ages. That exposure to working with a variety of people taught me the most about the company, the industry, and about people in general, and I love that aspect of my work.