Jan MG Schmidt

VP Strategy & Growth @ Enter | Energy efficiency for homes | ex-Bain

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

About

I am a growth strategy and M&A leader with 10+ years of experience advising global technology companies across EMEA, APAC, and North America. My work centers on electrification, residential services, and related software/technology where I develop and implement growth strategies, shape investment portfolios, and execute high-impact transformations. I am leading sales, marketing and product expansion at Enter - the marketplace for residential home energy solutions in Germany. I have led 45+ projects at Bain & Company, including a growth strategy for a major building automation OEM strategy that secured triple-digit million dollar board-approved investment, a profit improvement program for an automotive supplier increasing margin by mid single digits, and multiple growth strategies that doubled revenue trajectories. I have also conducted 30+ diligences and value creation plans for corporates and private equity. What differentiates me is my ability to operate at the intersection of corporate development and organic growth - from portfolio strategy and acquisition pipelines to pricing and operational excellence. I bring a global perspective from working in Düsseldorf, Melbourne, Tokyo, Boston, and Seattle, and I am passionate about helping industrial leaders capture opportunities in sustainability, digitalization, and smart infrastructure.

Experience

  • Vice President Strategy and Growth at Enter
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

  • Associate Partner at Bain & Company
    Mar 2016 - Dec 2025 · 9 yrs 10 mos

    Leading teams of up to 15 consultants in 45+ strategy and M&A projects, working directly with boards, executive teams, and investors. Partnering with industrial and technology companies to shape portfolio strategy, business unit growth, and go-to-market models, while supporting corporate development & private equity on investment strategy and due diligence. Deep expertise in building automation, industrial services, electrification, and smart infrastructure, combined with broad experience across software and advanced technologies. Proven track record in delivering growth strategies, value creation plans, pricing, and operational transformations that drive measurable shareholder value. Recognized for a collaborative leadership style, analytical rigor, and executive communication skills, as well as a strong focus on talent development, recruiting, and knowledge building.

  • Management Consultant at Baker Tilly Roelfs
    Feb 2014 - Jan 2016 · 2 yrs

    Partnered with an aerospace OEM to streamline operating models and optimize R&D portfolios, reducing cost by 10%+. Redesigned production planning and organizational structures at multiple dairy plants, delivering 5% cost reduction and improved efficiency.

  • Business Development, Marketing and Strategy at Siemens
    Jan 2011 - Jun 2012 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Supported business development strategy in Braunschweig and New York, including annual business planning and client proposals for rail automation solutions. Conducted total cost of ownership analyses and developed sales materials, enabling more competitive positioning in large-scale infrastructure bids. Designed and delivered global sales training programs to 100+ participants, building sales capability across Siemens’ rail automation teams.