Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany
Senior IT executive (SVP/CIO) with 20+ years of experience leading global digital transformation in the automotive and manufacturing sectors. Currently leading Group Digitalization & IT at Grammer AG, driving enterprise-wide transformation, AI initiatives and operating model redesign. Proven track record of aligning technology with business strategy to deliver measurable impact on efficiency, scalability and growth. Extensive experience building and transforming international IT organizations, leading large-scale programs (ERP, MES, supply chain), and supporting executive decision-making at board level. Recognized for combining strategic leadership with strong execution and for building pragmatic, high-performing digital organizations.
Leading global Digital & IT organization Driving enterprise transformation across ERP, AI and IT operating model Impact: • Defined and executing group-wide Digital & IT strategy • Launching AI and data initiatives to improve decision-making • Strengthened governance and alignment with business priorities
Led regional IT organization across 23 manufacturing sites supporting ~1.5B EUR revenue, accountability for IT operations and transformation across Europe and South Africa. Impact: • Delivered multiple greenfield plant launches and expansions across the region • Drove standardization of ERP and shopfloor systems enabling scalability and efficiency • Strengthened IT governance and alignment with business leadership
Led ERP, EDI and manufacturing application landscape across EMEA, defining and executing the roadmap for system standardization and digitalization of shopfloor processes. Impact: • Rolled out maintenance application across 13 plants improving operational transparency • Piloted MES and WMS initiatives forming the foundation for regional standardization • Reorganized ERP & EDI teams to improve delivery efficiency and ownership • Strengthened collaboration between IT and operations to drive manufacturing digitalization
Managed portfolio of IT programs supporting plant and product launches across EMEA, including ERP and MES implementations in complex manufacturing environments. Impact: • Successfully delivered greenfield plant launches in Czech Republic and South Africa • Led ERP (QAD EE) and MES implementations including integration with manufacturing processes • Established program governance ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery • Coordinated cross-country teams and stakeholders across multiple sites
Led strategic IT initiatives across EMEA with focus on manufacturing and commercial systems, including full IT setup for new plant operations. Impact: • Delivered end-to-end IT setup for greenfield manufacturing facility (ERP, EDI, WMS, infrastructure) • Strengthened program governance and PMO structure across region
Managed IT programs supporting plant launches, relocations and product introductions across multiple business units. Impact: • Delivered ERP, MES and JIT/JIS implementations across several manufacturing sites • Supported multiple plant expansions and new launches • Coordinated cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing and IT • Contributed to introduction of MES initiatives across business units
Led regional IT Shared Service Center covering Service Desk, Infrastructure and Application Operations across Europe. Impact: • Transformed IT support into a service-oriented organization based on ITIL framework • Implemented Incident, Problem and Change Management processes • Improved service quality, transparency and operational efficiency • Managed large operational teams delivering 1st and 2nd level support
Delivered ERP implementations and supported business process standardization across manufacturing sites in EMEA. Impact: • Implemented ERP (Infor M3) solutions across multiple plants • Contributed to harmonization of business processes across region