Daniel Kurth

Head of EMEA Region - Specialty Division @ FUCHS | Customer Value Creation | Sales strategies

Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

At the helm of FUCHS Group's EMEA Specialty Division, my focus is on crafting market strategies that drive growth and deliver unparalleled customer value. Our team's success in the EMEA region stems from a deep understanding of customer needs, which informs the innovative solutions we bring to the lubrication industry. With a robust background leading sales and marketing at Klüber Lubrication, my expertise lies in developing strategies that catalyze revenue growth and support organizational objectives. The strategies implemented have led to disproportionate growth, a testament to our collaborative efforts and customer-centric approach.

Experience

  • Head of EMEA Region - Specialty Division at FUCHS Group
    Dec 2024 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Klüber Lubrication (Full-time · 8 yrs 11 mos)
    • Head of Sales and Marketing
      Jul 2022 - Nov 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      • Led the sales and marketing team at Klüber Lubrication to develop market strategies and achieve disproportional growth. • Implemented key account management strategies to drive customer value and increase revenue. • Successfully developed and supported the organization to achieve business objectives.

    • Head of Global Industry Team Railway
      Oct 2018 - Jul 2022 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      • Led the global industry team for the railway sector at Klüber Lubrication in Munich • Developed growth strategies to create value for internal and external customers • Implemented innovative solutions to drive business unit success • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives

    • Area Sales Manager - East Asia
      Jan 2016 - Sep 2018 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      • Acted as the key liaison between headquarters and subsidiaries in East Asia, developing pricing strategies and managing OEM relationships. • Provided expert customer consultation on technical and commercial inquiries, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention. • Successfully implemented strategies that led to increased sales revenue and market share in the East Asia region.

  • GEZE GmbH (Full-time · 3 yrs 5 mos)
    • Market Development Manager International
      Mar 2014 - Dec 2015 · 1 yr 10 mos

      • Led national and international projects for market development at GEZE GmbH, bridging HQ and global subsidiaries. • Analyzed market data to develop effective market entry strategies and business models. • Implemented plans to monitor project progress and ensure successful outcomes.

    • Trainee
      Aug 2012 - Feb 2014 · 1 yr 7 mos

      • Developed forecasting tool for automatic door systems to optimize sales and pre-sales processes. • Collaborated with Porsche Consulting to implement lean management strategies for shop floor optimization. • Supported sales team with process optimization and product management at GEZE GmbH in Stuttgart, Germany.

    • International Trainee Project
      Apr 2013 - Aug 2013 · 5 mos

      • Led process optimization projects across supply chain functions in South Africa subsidiary. • Implemented strategies to streamline purchasing, sales planning, warehouse & logistics, and sales operations. • Achieved cost savings and efficiency improvements, contributing to overall business growth.

  • Scientific Assistant - Institute of Technical Thermodynamics at RWTH Aachen University
    Nov 2007 - Apr 2012 · 4 yrs 6 mos

    • Tutored students in thermodynamics, aiding in their understanding of complex concepts. • Assisted in lab tests by measuring and documenting results, ensuring accuracy in data collection. • Collaborated with colleagues to develop new exercises, enhancing the learning experience for students.

  • Internship Corporate Communications at Daimler AG
    Oct 2010 - Apr 2011 · 7 mos