PROJECTS
Interim Management Procurement:
Successful Projects & Measurable Results
As an Interim Manager with 28 years of experience, I support companies ranging from mid-sized businesses to DAX corporations in optimising their procurement strategies. My focus is on cost reduction, digitalisation, supply chain resilience and the strategic transformation of procurement processes.
On this page you will find a selection of successfully completed projects. Each example demonstrates how I have delivered measurable results for companies in a short time – from securing critical supply chains to achieving savings in the millions.
Are you interested in the details of my projects or are you looking for an experienced interim manager for your procurement? Let’s have a no-obligation conversation about your challenges.
Veon Ltd. | Telecommunications (NASDAQ)
Role: Group Director Corporate Indirect Procurement
- Challenge: Centralisation of 12 decentralised procurement organisations.
- Cost Savings: Over 85% of expenditure centralised, 30% savings achieved
- Process Digitalisation: Implementation of ERP (Oracle Fusion) and a digital Procure-to-Pay process.
- Efficiency Improvement: Reduction of headcount from 750 to 270 while simultaneously improving procurement efficiency.
Private Equity Portfolio Company | Mechanical Engineering
Role: Chief Procurement Officer and MD, Board Member
- Challenge: Restructuring of a company following a Private Equity takeover.
- Cost Savings: 40% OPEX reduction and 20% material cost reduction achieved.
- Turnaround Success: EBIT increased by 30% and 50% CAPEX savings achieved.
- Process Optimisation: Production lead time reduced from 12 to 5 weeks.
Private Equity Portfolio Company | Construction
Role: Interim-CPO (Procurement, Logistics and Warehouse)
- Working Capital: Reduced by 50% through optimisation of AP, WIP and AR.
- Material Costs: Savings of 20% through strategic procurement measures.
- Transformation: Procurement department restructured and a project purchasing team established.
- Digitalisation: Introduction of an IT-supported project management system with KPI integration.
Private Equity Portfolio Company | Medical Technology
Role: Head of Sourcing for RDX Division
- Supplier Transfer: 70% of procurement volume successfully transferred to new EMS suppliers (200 Tier-2 suppliers).
- Shortage Management: Electronic components successfully sourced through broker solutions.
- Digitalisation: RFX processes digitalised and new suppliers implemented.
- Qualification: MDR approval carried out for suppliers.
Mechanical Engineering | Crisis Management
Role: Advisor to CFO
- Crisis Management: Production saved from months-long standstill through swift intervention following supplier failure.
- Strategic Measures: New suppliers identified worldwide and successfully integrated to minimise risks.
- Cost Optimisation: Innovative sourcing strategies led to savings despite the crisis situation.
- Future Proofing: Resilient supply chains established through long-term partnerships and risk management.
Utilities | Digitalisation & Process Optimisation
Role: Head of Project Process Optimisation and Digitalisation
- Digitalisation Turnaround: A stalled €multi-million project for procurement digitalisation successfully reactivated and completed.
- Process Optimisation: Workshops conducted to identify pain points and rapid improvements, ROI achieved immediately.
- Software Selection: Market analysis and presentation of the future ERP strategy to the board, including vendor comparison.
- Stakeholder Management: Conflicts resolved and cross-functional team of 10 people led to success.
Deutz AG | Global Procurement (M-DAX)
Role: Director Purchasing & Head of Global Sourcing
- Cost Optimisation: 15% savings through relocation of 30% of procurement volume to Low-Cost Countries (LCC).
- Working Capital: Optimisation of €130 million through lean approaches and strategic cash flow management.
- Global Sourcing: Establishment of 6 international purchasing offices with a volume of €1.1 billion.
- Digitalisation: Introduction of e-procurement and SCM software to increase efficiency.
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems | Maritime Defence Sector
Role: Senior Advisor to CPO
- Localisation Strategy: Support in developing a localisation strategy for a submarine project in Turkey.
- Intercultural Expertise: Executive coaching to improve cultural collaboration and communication.
- Project Support: Close collaboration with the CPO to achieve strategic procurement objectives.
This selection of projects demonstrates how I have helped companies transform procurement processes, reduce costs and achieve strategic goals. Find out how I can support your company too.