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Alex Barber
Freelance Consultant, Trainer & Speaker
Experience
Sep 2021 - Present
4 years 7 monthsFreelance Consultant, Trainer & Speaker
Frontline Sidekicks
- Offering consulting, coaching, training and keynotes on worker learning & development
- Providing leadership and team development for manufacturers & logistic providers
Jul 2021 - Sep 2021
3 monthsBerlin, Germany
Associate Manager Material Flow Operations
Tesla
- Leading the ramp-up of the General Assembly material supply process with 1 supervisor and 15 indirect reports
Feb 2021 - Present
5 years 2 monthsSpain
Freelance Consultant & Coach
Proaction International
- Communication, leadership and performance coaching for frontline managers in manufacturing (food industry)
Nov 2019 - May 2021
1 year 7 monthsMadrid, Spain
Logistics & Sleeving Team Leader
Beiersdorf
- Leading two operations with 13 direct and 30 indirect reports with 40,000 pallet positions, 20 export countries and a new production line
- Using new ways of working to create a self-organised team at the new production line empowering operators to reach their full potential
May 2018 - Oct 2019
1 year 6 monthsMadrid, Spain
Fill & Pack Operation Team Leader
Beiersdorf
- Leading three material supply operations with 35 direct reports, 4 AVGs, and a central palletizer
- Responsible for safety, quality, training and FTE planning for entire Fill & Pack operation with 10 production lines and 90 FTEs
Oct 2016 - May 2018
1 year 8 monthsHamburg, Germany
Supply Chain Trainee
Beiersdorf
- Managing projects in five different Supply Chain functions with focus on manufacturing
Aug 2013 - May 2014
10 monthsFrankfurt, Germany
Temporary Consultant
Deutsche Bahn
Aug 2013 - May 2014
10 monthsFrankfurt, Germany
International Supply Chain Intern
Ferrero
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Food and Beverage (6 years), Transportation (5.5 years), Manufacturing (5 years), and Cosmetics (4.5 years).
Food and Beverage
Transportation
Manufacturing
Cosmetics
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Human Resources (5 years), Supply Chain Management (4 years), Production (3 years), Operations (2.5 years), Logistics (1.5 years), and Project Management (1.5 years).
Human Resources
Supply Chain Management
Production
Operations
Logistics
Project Management
Languages
German
NativeRomanian
NativeEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2014 - Jun 2016
ESADE Business School and CEMS
Double Degree Master in International Management · International Management · Barcelona, Spain · GPA: 9.2 out of 10
Oct 2010 - Jun 2013
University of Mannheim
Bachelor in Business Administration · Business Administration · Mannheim, Germany · GPA: 1.9 on 1 to 6 scale
Certifications & licenses
Mediator
Consensus Campus
Associate Manager Material Flow Operations Coaching Program
Peak Perspective
Building Organizational Culture
Harvard E. S.
Leaders Of Learning
HarvardX
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Where is Alex based?
Alex is based in Minden, Germany.
What languages does Alex speak?
Alex speaks the following languages: German (Native), Romanian (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Alex have?
Alex has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Alex has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Alex may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Alex be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Alex would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Consultant, Trainer & Speaker, Associate Manager Material Flow Operations, Freelance Consultant & Coach.
What is Alex's latest experience?
Alex's most recent position is Freelance Consultant, Trainer & Speaker at Frontline Sidekicks.
What companies has Alex worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Alex has worked for Frontline Sidekicks, Tesla, Proaction International, and Beiersdorf.
Which industries is Alex most experienced in?
Alex is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage, Transportation and Logistics, and Manufacturing. Alex also has some experience in Beauty and Cosmetics and Automotive.
Which business areas is Alex most experienced in?
Alex is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Supply Chain Management, and Production/Manufacturing. Alex also has some experience in Operations, Logistics, and Project Management.
Which industries has Alex worked in recently?
Alex has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, and Transportation and Logistics.
Which business areas has Alex worked in recently?
Alex has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Logistics, and Supply Chain Management.
What is Alex's education?
Alex holds a Master in International Management from ESADE Business School and CEMS and a Bachelor in Business Administration from University of Mannheim.
Does Alex have any certificates?
Alex has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Mediator, Associate Manager Material Flow Operations Coaching Program, and Building Organizational Culture.
What is the availability of Alex?
Alex is immediately available for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Alex?
Alex's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.
How to hire Alex?
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