Greater Nuremberg Metropolitan Area
Nature fanatic, science & planet conscience mindset. More than 20 years in Engineering, Supply Chain & Sales. Supporting resilience in the European Defense environment. Before: Technical leadership. Segment Management worldwide. Strategic planning and market analysis. Sourcing and EU market implementation. Now: Fast expansion and business development. Lead generation and international Sales within B2B & B2G sectors. Business consultancy in Defense supply chain, military textile manufacturing, IR/multispectral camouflage, Military procurement processes and public sector within the EU Defense market. Started in textile labs, became technician, engineer, manager, then consultant. Expert in physical properties and functionality, specialised in functional textiles, garment and sustainable materials. Strong sourcing and supply chain network, a leadership through expertise, fun and consistency.
• Developed strong customer relationships within European defence and security markets (B2B & B2G) • Managed technically driven sales activities for specialised material solution (Multispectral IRR, FR, lightweight, etc.) • Spearheaded market analysis initiatives to identify growth opportunities in defense textiles for military and law enforcement sectors • Cultivated strong customer relationships, enhancing product implementation and client satisfaction • Established a robust partner network, driving international sales growth and expanding market reach • Developed a leaner product portfolio tailored to specific market needs, fostering innovation through market feedback • Focus on Defense supply chain, Military textile manufacturing, IR/ Multispectral camouflage, Military procurement processes within the European defense market
Consultancy: * Lead generation and international Sales within B2B & B2G sectors * Business consultancy in Defense supply chain, military textile manufacturing , IR/multispectral camouflage * Fast expansion and business development * Military procurement processes and sales cycles within the EU Defense market * Market introduction, professional product evaluations and qualified lead pipelines with key decision-makers in the defence environment * Networking and public sector support * Circular consulting services Sourcing: * 10+ years product and material sourcing * Textile and Apparel supply chain, focus Outdoor and Sport * Raw material, product development and commercialisation * Strong Asia-based partner manufacturing network and vendor partnerships * Supplier development and long term strategic planning Focus fields: Technical Textiles, Production Processes, Fashion, Food & Beverages, Hospitality
* Established and managed laboratory operations * Oversaw analytical testing and operational processes * Global sourcing of PPE materials and implementing quality-controlled systems * Fast business development & expansion * Quick team build up, hiring and leading * Worked closely with public authorities and government institutions
* Segment Manager - Artificial Leather Worldwide * Conducted deep market analysis, supply chain knowledge and technology consulting * Business Development Segment Asian markets * Set up full knowledge base of textile supply chain in premium apparel and high end consumer goods * Technical Service Management China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Japan, Korea
* Led international Co-development projects * Technical consulting of textile supply chain * Built and led technical sales team * Create network for fast sourcing of apparel, knitted materials, shoes, sports and outdoor equipment * Profound market analysis and in depth understanding of Asian manufacturing supply chains