Frank Zimmermann

Senior Manager Supply Chain Management at ASMPT SMT Solutions

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

About

Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of transforming supply chains across the globe, embedding lean principles, and leading strategic projects that drive real impact. From launching new factories to modernizing processes with digital solutions, I’ve built and led diverse teams, always keeping our focus on innovation and customer needs. My journey has been about balancing big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, ensuring each step positions us for sustainable growth and excellence in a fast-paced world.

Experience

  • ASMPT SMT Solutions (Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Hybrid)
    • Senior Project Manager global Supply Chain Management
      Mar 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

      Shaping the global supply chain with lean and digital strategies. Designed and launched a cost-efficient new factory in Hungary, built from the ground up with an exceptional team.

    • Senior Project Manager global Supply Chain
      Nov 2017 - Feb 2021 · 3 yrs 4 mos

      Led and coached global supply chain projects across Asia, UK, and Germany, focusing on supply chain design and factory and organizational transformation.

  • Senior Project Manager Supply Chain Management at ASM
    Jan 2011 - Oct 2017 · 6 yrs 10 mos

    Transformed SCM, PLM, and CRM processes to enhance flow and quality. Drove strategic initiatives and coached teams in high-performance standards. Established a new factory in Malaysia, building a cross-functional, culturally diverse team.

  • Siemens (Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Hybrid)
    • Senior Project Lead & Product Lead Supply Chain Management
      Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 · 2 yrs

      Led supply chain projects focused on plant relocations and lean principles—synchronous production, flow, and Kanban control. Managed new product launches, overseeing requirements, production design, and coordination.

    • Senior Project Lead Supply Chain Management
      Nov 2004 - Dec 2008 · 4 yrs 2 mos

      Spearheaded supply chain strategy and management for products and processes. Developed the SCM Synchro program, pioneering flow, pull and continuous improvement methodologies, laying the foundation for lean management.

    • Teamleader Project Management R&D
      Mar 2000 - Oct 2004 · 4 yrs 8 mos

      Led global teams to optimize processes, respond swiftly to customer needs, and build custom R&D solutions.