Hamminkeln, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
At Allotrope GmbH, we understand that true transformation is not just about changing processes—it’s about empowering people. Through a holistic approach that integrates process optimization with a deep respect for the individuals involved, we drive meaningful transformation. Cultivating Change: People, Process & Technology! Our team consists of seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in their respective fields. From procurement, supply chain management, HR Managed Services to strategic consultancy and project management with a process, change & transformation approach, we have the expertise to tackle even the most complex challenges. Our team at Allotrope GmbH is a diverse blend of expertise, dedication, and passion, united in our commitment to driving organizational excellence and delivering exceptional results for our clients. We stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices to ensure that our clients receive the most innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs and maturity level. Whether it’s leveraging the latest technology or developing creative strategies, we are committed to delivering excellence in everything we do. At Allotrope GmbH, we pride ourselves on our unwavering dedication to excellence in everything we do. From our meticulously crafted strategies to our hands-on approach to implementation, we are committed to delivering results that exceed expectations. At Allotrope GmbH, our mission is simple: to inspire and enable organizations to achieve greatness. We are committed to providing innovative, tailored solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities our clients face. Through our collaborative approach, we empower our clients to navigate change with confidence, embrace innovation, and drive sustainable growth. We believe that successful transformation requires more than just implementing new processes—it requires a deep understanding of the people and culture within an organization. That’s why we take a holistic approach to consultancy, focusing on both process optimization and people empowerment.
Founded with a vision to redefine the landscape of consultancy services, Allotrope GmbH is the brainchild of Olaf van der Linden, a seasoned professional with over two decades of international experience. Inspired by his background in (Bio-) chemistry, procurement, supply chain, and HR management, Olaf set out to create a consultancy firm that not only delivers results but also fosters meaningful connections and empowers individuals to reach their full potential. As the founder and visionary behind Allotrope GmbH, Olaf brings over two decades of international experience in procurement, change management, and strategic consultancy. With a background in (bio-) chemistry and a passion for driving organizational transformation, Olaf leads the team with expertise, insight, and a relentless commitment to excellence. At Allotrope GmbH, our mission is simple: to inspire and enable organizations to achieve greatness. We are committed to providing innovative, tailored solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities our clients face. Through our collaborative approach, we empower our clients to navigate change with confidence, embrace innovation, and drive sustainable growth. “Our team at Allotrope GmbH is a diverse blend of expertise, dedication, and passion, united in our commitment to driving organizational excellence and delivering exceptional results for our clients.”
Organizations nowadays are operating in a changed environment which requires them to balance multiple factors. Fast changing national and international markets, proceeding globalization, increasing international competition, regulations, national politics, cost pressure, war for talent, and demographic changes are only a few of those. In order to remain competitive in this challenging environment, organizations have to adapt and change the way they are operating. Even though complex and not easy, there are ways for organizations to 'turn the balance' towards their advantage. Structuring the organization's activities along the value chain is associated with tangible and intangible benefits for the organization and its employees and stakeholders. Pause. Adapt. Distinguish yourself! We are convinced that the right change in mindset and ownership within your company will improve your financials, processes, performance, and employee engagement, and will set up your company for long term success. Allotrope offers unique ‘out of the box’ (executive) interim management expertise in HR Managed Service Providers (MSP)/ Vendor Management Systems (VMS), Procurement & Supply Chain, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Merger & Acquisitions (M&A), Organizational Change, Training and Coaching. Driven, target focused business approach without losing sight of the ‘human’ factor. Competencies: Change Management, Integration, Mediation, Spend Control, Spend Management, Contract- & Risk Management, Global- and Regional Project Management & -Implementation, Capital Investments & -Constructions, Supplier Management. Specialized in Pharmaceutical-, Chemical-, and Food Industry. Also, we stand at your side as coach and sparring partner in today’s rapidly changing world. With a custom and holistic approach, you will be supported in the right pace of change and impact, based on what is possible and desirable within your company.
Merck / MSD (Global Sourcing Manager Corporate Services), Global Procurement Category lead - matrix role / 50-120 MM Euro / 5-15% savings Member of Merck Global (Corporate Sourcing) team Categories: Professional & Consulting Services Core Role: request for a new / fresh approach on global level with global ownership and new & improved contact with the regions / countries. Results: o Developed and implemented new breaking strategies in managing the ‘big 5’ in the Consulting Services and creating the right balance regarding control o Proven added value of procurement role and increasing knowledge of the Reward & Recognition category by setting up workshops and market intelligence studies; employee voice survey results and HR leadership support the need for change: employee recognition and satisfaction requires more than pure focus on savings o Establishing of desirable bridge between region- and country leads and global procurement category leads
Merck / MSD (EMEA Sourcing Lead Corporate Services), Global Procurement Category lead matrix role / 300-400 MM Euro / 5-25% savings Member of Merck Global (Corporate Sourcing) team Categories: HR Staffing (General & Professional), Financial & Legal services, Professional & Consulting Services, Outplacement, Training, Compensation & Benefits, Translation, Reward & Recognition, Global Mobility Core Role: working closely with in country procurement managers to develop corporate procurement categories for areas that are not currently being fully managed Others: o Responsible for strategy development and implementation for the EMEA area with also focus on emerging markets o Focusing on HR area (global) o Focusing on particular areas to develop global sourcing strategies o Developing best practice initiatives across global corporate sourcing categories Results: o Bridge builder between the regions and countries and the Global Leads in the US regarding support, acceptance and sharing knowledge o Set-up Market Intelligence reports for the areas to increase knowledge and training for the region and country procurement leads and with this increased acceptance from the local / regional stakeholders because of the visible added value
Managing the ‘General’ procurement group (7 FTE Buyers). Preparation and execution for disentanglement of Akzo Nobel. Member Global Discipline Team – Procurement Schering-Plough. Integration Global/Local and preparation and execution Schering Plough synergy projects with support of AT-Kearney and McKinsey. Organon / Schering Plough (Dir. Global Strategic Sourcing – Synergy Projects) Category lead matrix role / 40-80 MM Euro / 5-40% savings Member of synergy team to show & prove: savings and ‘one company, one culture & one team’: Category leader Office Supplies: Global scope, spend $10 M Category leader Temp Services: Europe scope, spend $66 M Results: o Pioneer and passionate ambassador of MSP (Managed Service Provider) model for staffing & recruiting outside the US; managing change & expectations from business, staffing industry and staffing suppliers o Council member for Staffing Industry Analysts and speaker during SIA and procurement events
Core role: responsible for the whole Procurement department of NV Organon (60 FTE) and 7 sub departments: Procurement sectors (3), BackOffice, Compliance/Systems/Projects, Staff, and Adm. Others: o Member Management Team Site Services NV Organon o Member Global Discipline Team Procurement Organon Int. o Member several Steering Groups (5x) o Member project team Gold (ERP implementation) o Sox implementation (2005): Audit (KPMG) & sign-off (2006 & 2007). o Business Plan ‘Procurement is SMART’ and OPS (One Page Strategy) o Initiator Project Focal Points Results: o Creation of next level for tactical & strategic procurement department via SMART, OPS, Focal Points and GDPT and MT SS Organon o Driving behavioral change and accelerating acceptance of procurement role: from following- to challenging the stakeholders/ internal customer/ budget owner
Organon / Akzo Nobel (Acting Sr. Dir. Procurement NVO) 60 FTE / 500-675 MM Euro / 5-15% savings Core role: separation process Global and NVO Procurement Organon; managing integration process Organon and Diosynth procurement Others: o Act. Head Procurement Department o Head of Technical Procurement Department o Act. Head of BackOffice Department o Act. Compliance Officer Results: o Leading teams through transition and managing change o Setting up teams and departments for long-term success in changed/ new merged organization; ensuring stability and continuity of all business processes
Organon / Akzo Nobel (Dir. Technical Procurement & Central BackOffice) 9+23 FTE / 300-475 MM Euro / 5-30% savings Core role: responsible for Technical procurement department (9 FTE Buyers) and Central BackOffice (23 FTE) Others: o Managing integration process Organon and Diosynth procurement o Setup of one central BackOffice organization o Increase program for e-procurement use (e-boost) o Member Akzo Nobel BU Panel e-procurement (int.) & Purchasing council (NPR) o Member Energy procurement team Akzo Nobel/ BU Energy Results: o Successful integration of 2 procurement departments including central back-office o Successful crisis manager in Biotech investment project regarding deadlines o Increased savings for Akzo Nobel (Coatings & Chemicals) by using Pharma volume and negotiation power and vice versa for NPR / e-procurement
Coldec b.v. Apeldoorn (Head Research & Development and Quality Assurance) 6+1 FTE / 4 MM Euro / 5-15% savings Core role: development, production and sales / marketing of decorative coatings for industrial and private use; responsible for 4 laboratory on different locations (Quality Assurance & Product development) Others: o Purchases for stock-raw materials and supplies o Technical support for the international sales departments o Acting production manager (incl. procurement) for Apeldoorn location (reorganization from 2 shifts to day-time shift) Results: o Development of DIY multicolor plaster paint o 4 FTE savings o Creation of quality manual and procedures