Egelsbach, Hesse, Germany
👉 Let’s connect to explore how I can help improve your supply chain performance and enhance your processes on a global scale. Global Supply Chain & Logistics Expert | 35 Years of Operational Leadership | Driving Performance Improvement & Process Optimization across multiple Industries What drives me is turning complex supply chains into simple, scalable solutions that create measurable value. After more than 35 years in logistics and operations leadership, I’ve learned that success is not only about processes and technology—it’s about people, collaboration, and clarity. Whether managing global SAP rollouts, supporting greenfield facilities or restructuring entire supply networks, my focus is always on sustainable performance improvements and building robust supply chains that drive long-term growth. As Managing Director of ASCO, I specialize in optimizing material and information flows, delivering standardized, scalable solutions, and ensuring operational stability in dynamic, high-pressure environments. My proven track record includes: ✅ Global SCM Reorganization (Benteler, Magna) ✅ SAP Rollouts & Plant Readiness Assessments ✅ Greenfield Logistics Planning (Russia, Romania, Turkey, UK, Germany) ✅ Value Stream Mapping & Lean Logistics Implementation ✅ MMOG Standards & 4PL Strategies By combining strategic vision with hands-on execution, I support companies in achieving operational leadership, driving process enhancement, and securing long-term competitiveness in global supply networks. 🔗 Contact us today and take your supply chain to the next level! ✉️ [email protected] 📞 +49 160 36 6 50 52
I specialize in material flow and information flow optimization, helping companies enhance their logistics efficiency, supply chain resilience, and process automation. With a strong focus on practical implementation and innovative logistics solutions, I have successfully led a range of high-impact projects across various industries. 📌 Key Projects & Achievements: ✔ Full responsibility for planning and implementing Just-In-Sequence delivery processes for international clients ✔ Execution of SAP implementations, including system rollouts, optimizations, and Plant Readiness Assessments ✔ Supply chain design & development of supply networks for greater efficiency ✔ Logistics process planning using innovative methods and instruments, improving operational performance ✔ Implementation of Lean Logistics methods to drive continuous improvement in logistics processes ✔ Implementation of production and scheduling systems using simulation methods to maximize capacity utilization, reduce inventory levels, and ensure on-time deliveries ✔ Value Stream Mapping, identifying inefficiencies and optimizing end-to-end processes ✔ Planning and realization of factory layouts as well as material flow and layout concepts to enhance operational efficiency ✔ Material flow and layout planning, designing efficient intra-logistics structures for maximum productivity By combining deep industry expertise with hands-on execution, I support companies in optimizing their logistics, digitizing supply chains, and driving continuous improvement. Selected Projects: - Toyota Boshoku Poland: JIS Supply, BMW Leipzig, Brownfield Project (19 months) - Mann+Hummel Germany & Italy: S4/Hana Project Manager Business Processes (20 months) - PwC Japan: Development Tier-1 JIS automotive supplier template in S4/Hana (14 months) - NIFCO KTW: Factory Planning (10 months) - Rosenbauer International: Material Flow Planning (12 months)
Globally responsible for logistics strategy and operational excellence across 72 locations worldwide. Leading an international logistics team, I initiated and executed transformative projects to enhance efficiency, transparency, and standardization within the supply chain. 📌 Key Achievements & Strategic Initiatives: ✔ Reorganization of the global SCM structure to optimize processes and increase agility ✔ Establishment of a specialized information logistics team to enhance SAP and MES implementation ✔ Roll-out of a 4PL system to improve the management of global logistics flows ✔ Implementation of an integrated production planning system to maximize delivery capability ✔ Redesign of the global process landscape with a focus on efficiency, standardization, and digitization ✔ Re-launch of the Lean Logistics strategy to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence ✔ Elevation of logistics standards to MMOG level, setting industry-leading benchmarks ✔ Implementation of standardized global logistics processes to leverage economies of scale and synergies ✔ Optimization of SAP data quality, enabling data-driven decision-making and process automation By combining strategic vision, executional excellence, and digital innovation expertise, I have significantly enhanced Benteler’s global supply chain performance. My approach integrates structured process analysis, cutting-edge technology, and strong leadership, ensuring companies are future-ready and positioned for long-term competitive advantage.
Responsible for the operational management of supply chain and logistics processes across multiple European sites. My role included crisis management in plants, SAP rollouts, logistics planning for greenfield projects and full project leadership for the construction of a new plant. 📌 Key Responsibilities ✔ Restructuring supply chain and operational logistics processes to enhance efficiency ✔ Introduction of a Supply Chain Reference Model to standardize and optimize processes ✔ Troubleshooting in critical plants, resolving crises quickly and effectively ✔ Managing production ramp-ups to ensure seamless SOP execution ✔ Leading logistics planning for greenfield sites in Russia, Romania, Turkey, the UK and Germany ✔ Overseeing SAP rollouts across multiple plants to standardize and digitize logistics processes ✔ Project lead for the construction of a new plant in Eastern Germany – from planning and commissioning to full-scale plant management By rapidly addressing operational challenges and implementing innovative logistics solutions, I successfully optimized Magna’s supply chain processes in Europe, ensuring long-term efficiency and resilience.
As Director, I was responsible for the operational management of logistics across Central Europe. My focus was on ensuring seamless supply chain operations, optimizing logistics processes, and driving sustainable cost reduction. 📌 Key Achievements & Responsibilities: ✔ End-to-end supply chain responsibility, ensuring stable and efficient operations across Central Europe ✔ Implementation of the BPCS ERP system, digitizing and optimizing logistics processes ✔ Structuring and managing deliveries in JIS plants, ensuring maximum supply security ✔ Development of a packaging management system, improving material flow and reducing packaging costs ✔ Comprehensive recalculation of logistics costs for customers, enhancing cost transparency and efficiency ✔ Significant increase in inventory turnover, reducing capital commitment and optimizing storage space ✔ Drastic reduction of premium freight costs, improving cost control and planning accuracy ✔ Optimization of personnel costs, through more efficient processes and improved resource utilization With a practical approach and strong execution skills, I significantly optimized logistics processes at Lear, reduced costs, and increased overall efficiency.
I initially served as Logistics Manager, overseeing all logistics operations and process development at the Finnentrop plant. Later, I expanded my responsibilities as Program Manager for exhaust system projects for key clients VW and BMW, driving program efficiency and cost optimization. Initially, I served as Logistics Manager, overseeing the entire plant logistics at the Finnentrop site. Later, I expanded my responsibilities as Program Manager for exhaust system projects for key clients VW and BMW, focusing on program management and process optimization. 📌 Logistics Manager – End-to-End Logistics Optimization ✔ Reorganization of the plant’s logistics structure, improving efficiency and scalability ✔ Development and leadership of the logistics department, ensuring operational excellence ✔ Management of all logistics processes, from material flow to distribution ✔ Establishment of process management in logistics, standardizing operations ✔ Implementation of a logistics controlling system, enabling data-driven decision-making ✔ Continuous employee qualification programs, strengthening expertise and efficiency ✔ Introduction of a container management system, optimizing material flows 📌 Program Manager – VW & BMW Projects ✔ Planning and control of start-ups, ensuring seamless SOP execution ✔ Cost control and optimization initiatives, enhancing project profitability ✔ Reorganization of prototype and sample execution, streamlining development processes ✔ Implementation of Value Stream Mapping, improving production flows ✔ Development of a central project management system, enhancing project coordination By integrating strategic process development, operational leadership, and cost optimization, I played a key role in enhancing logistics performance and project efficiency at ArvinMeritor. My expertise in logistics transformation and program execution contributed to greater agility, cost savings, and improved supply chain reliability.