Thorsten Hoffmann

VP Sales Industry, Division Smart Springs

Greater Lansing

About

Experience

  • VP Sales Industry, Division Smart Springs at KERN-LIEBERS USA
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

  • Personal goal pursuit at Career Break
    May 2025 - Nov 2025 · 7 mos

    Sabbatical

  • MINTH Group (12 yrs 9 mos)
    • Director Business Development & Account Management
      Apr 2014 - Apr 2025 · 11 yrs 1 mo

      Audi / BMW / Mercedes / VW / Volvo / Toyota / Honda / Mazda / STLA / Volvo Trucks Leading business development and account management for North America, I drive revenue growth, forge strategic partnerships, and negotiate high-value deals in the automotive sector. Managing a team of key account managers and service representatives, I focus on expanding market share, securing new business, and optimizing profitability.

    • Lead Program Manager
      Aug 2012 - Apr 2014 · 1 yr 9 mos

      Led product management, program launches, and sales support while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Managed OEM programs and supplier relationships, ensuring seamless execution from procurement to delivery. 🚀 Key Achievements: ✔ Reduced procurement costs by negotiating better supplier terms and alternative sourcing ✔ Boosted profitability by 20%+ by implementing standardized program management systems ✔ Successfully launched multiple BMW programs on time and within budget, strengthening supplier relationships

  • Program Manager / Account Manager at WKW Erbsloeh Automotive,Inc.
    Oct 2007 - Jun 2012 · 4 yrs 9 mos

    Drove business development, program management, and account growth for premium automotive brands. Led product launches and collaborated with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver high-impact solutions. 🚀 Key Achievements: ✔ Launched 6 new products with Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, driving revenue growth ✔ Secured key business awards with General Motors, expanding market presence ✔ Accelerated revenue growth by $10M in just two years through new product introductions

  • Quality Manager at Dr. Schneider Automotive Systems, Inc.
    Apr 2005 - Apr 2007 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Managed quality assurance operations, supervising engineers and technicians while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Led feasibility studies and improved manufacturing processes. 🚀 Key Achievements: ✔ Established KPI-driven quality assurance processes, improving compliance and customer satisfaction ✔ Implemented TS16949 business operating system, streamlining quality management and regulatory adherence