Marek Rabanus

Senior Expert Raw Material Strategy and Risk Management/ Resilient Supply Chains/Circular Economy/ Energy Consultant/Energy Efficiency Expert (DENA)

Germany

About

With over 20 years of experience in high-end procurement (direct/indirect) at BMW Group and specialized energy consultancy I offer a unique dual perspective to a rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape. My career is defined by a commitment to flexibility, quality (ISO 9001/IATF 16949) and future proof energy solutions. Automotive Heritage and Quality: My background with BMW Group has engrained a deep understanding of premium manufacturing standards, complex supply chain requirements and strategic procurement. I can support in implementing and auditing quality processes. Energy and Sustainability Expert/ Construction Tenders and Claims Management: As an independent certified energy consultant and founder of my own engineering office I specialize in optimizing building efficiency, building physics and sustainable retrofitting- skills that are critical for transition toward green manufacturing and sustainable EV ecosystems. Strategic Procurement and QM: SRM, TCO, Forward Sourcing, Contract Management: My experience in market neutral procurement and quality management ensures that large scale technical projects are delivered with efficiency and transparency to ensure operational excellence. Resilience and Risks: Supply Chain Resilience, Geopolitical Risk Mitigation, De-risking Strategies EU Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG), Circular Economy, CO2 Footprint Tracking Mentorship: At this stage of my career I'm focused on knowledge transfer. I can lead local teams and bring in my multidisciplinary expertise fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Strategic Move to Vietnam: Having a deep personal and professional connection to Vietnam I'm currently exploring a strategic move to support the implementation of resilient supply chains and/or green manufacturing. I'm holding a Visa Exemption (Mien Thi Thuc).

Experience

  • BMW Group (24 yrs 3 mos)
    • Raw Material Strategy and Raw Material Risk Management/ Circular Economy/ Recycling
      Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

      -Raw Material Supply Chain Strategy non ferrous metals (e.g. Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminum, Magnesia) -ESG-Risk/ Due Diligence in the supply chain -Promoting best practices in sustainability in the supply chain -Collaboration with industrial leaders -Secondary raw material strategy/ circular economy

    • Head of International Purchasing Offices Korea and Japan (dual responsibility) at BMW Group
      Feb 2020 - Aug 2023 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      -Quality Management Parts, Services, Digital Services and Software -Supply Chain Risk Management and Auditing -Semiconductor Management -Innovation scouting / critical component's scouting

    • BMW Raw Material Management/ Procurement of Non- Ferrous Materials and Precious Metals
      Apr 2016 - Jan 2020 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      -Team leader, established new supply concepts of Precious Metals and Non- Ferrous Metals for global BMW plants and China -Long term agreements for casted aluminum alloys -Drafted and implemented new commodity and supply chain strategy for Non-Ferrous Metals and Precious Metals -Stakeholder dialogues with NGO's to ensure transparency and sustainabilityin the supply chain -Facilitated recycling process (closed loop) for process aluminum scrap in cooperation with waste and disposal management at Landshut plant

  • Civil Engineer/ Energy Consultant at Bau- und Energieconsulting
    2017 - Dec 2025 · 9 yrs

    Consultant for new construction, property purchase, and retrofit. As a civil engineer, energy consultant, and procurement expert I offer market-neutral advice and independent construction support for property owners.

  • Civil Engineer / Project Coordinator at Deutsche Doka GmbH
    Aug 1998 - Apr 2002 · 3 yrs 9 mos

    Project Management, Construction Management in Overseas Division

  • Civil Engineer/ Turnkey Projects at Walter Bau GmbH
    Sep 1997 - Jul 1998 · 11 mos

    Estimates of turnkey projects, Quantity surveying, accounting, technical feasibility studies, job site preparation and supervision