12.06.2026 - New Head of Sales Consulting & Planning
Thomas Schmidt Joins the Sales Team at Mitsubishi Electric LES
Press InformationMitsubishi Electric, Living Environment Systems (LES), Welcomes a Skilled New Addition: Effective May 1, 2026, Thomas Schmidt, an experienced industry expert, has assumed the new position of “Head of Sales Consulting & Planning” in the Sales division.
In this role, he is responsible for leading and developing the various sales consulting teams. In addition, he focuses on advising and actively supporting our customers in the field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC).
From Engineering to International Sales
CareerIndustry expert with leadership skills
After earning his degree in mechanical engineering, the 46-year-old engineer (FH) began his professional career at Toyota Motorsport GmbH in Cologne, where he worked for four years as a senior design engineer in the aerodynamics department.
He then moved into the HVAC and building services industry, joining Oventrop GmbH & Co. KG, where he worked for 16 years. Most recently, Mr. Schmidt held the position of Director of International Sales and, in that role, was responsible for international sales.
Throughout his career, Thomas Schmidt has specialized primarily in three core areas. These include the operational management and leadership ofinternational sales teams, as well as the development and oversight of international sales activities in the B2B and OEM sectors for technical products and complex system solutions, with a focus on HVAC. Another area of focus is business development for new products and innovative technical solutions.
Thanks to his many years of experience and qualifications, Thomas Schmidt is ideally suited for his new position at Mitsubishi Electric, Living Environment System.
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"I look forward to working with the teams to further develop the Sales Consulting & Planning division, with a focus on sustainable structures, clear processes, and close collaboration. My goal is to work with the teams and the organization to develop the division in a forward-looking and practical manner."
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AbstractEffective May 1, 2026, Thomas Schmidt has joined Mitsubishi Electric’s Living Environment Systems (LES) division as the new Head of Sales Consulting & Planning. In this role, he is responsible for leading and developing the various sales consulting teams and is also in charge of advising and actively supporting customers in the HVAC sector.
Thanks to his professional career, which includes leadership positions at Toyota Motorsport GmbH in Cologne and Oventrop GmbH & Co. KG, the 46-year-old mechanical engineer (with a degree from a university of applied sciences) brings a wealth of experience and qualifications to successfully further develop sales at Mitsubishi Electric, LES.