Alexander Döring
Interim Procurement Manager & SCM Professional
Head of Purchasing
Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG
Life science & medical technology – ventilators for sleep apnea therapy. Purchasing volume approx. €140 million.
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for strategic and operational procurement (11 FTE)
Further development of the purchasing organization including task and role model
Management of cross-department special projects (e.g., value engineering, design-to-cost)
Tasks & achievements:
Development and implementation of a holistic procurement strategy focusing on resilience, ESG, de-risking, decoupling and cost performance
Reorganization of the team to increase efficiency through clear role distribution and relief from non-specialist and non-functional tasks
Process optimization along the S2C and P2P chain, including standardization and automation in compliance with MDR (EU Regulation 2017/745) & quality management systems ISO 9001 and 13485
Optimization of the KPI system for performance and efficiency measurement on critical paths and shortage parts
Coaching the team in strategic procurement work, project management and procurement due diligence
Implementation of AI-supported tools for sourcing, spend analysis and stock forecasting
Management of two cost reduction programs:
~50% reduction in manufacturing costs of a core product
~64% reduction in material costs for the successor platform through redesign and category sourcing
Material groups:
Contract manufacturing, PCBA, EMS, blowers, silicone injection molding, power supplies, batteries, displays, hoses, masks, valves, foams, tubing, sensors, wireless modules (2G–5G), telemedicine components, laboratory services
Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) / Member of Management Board
AFT Group
Automation technology & conveyor systems – production lines for automotive manufacturing. Purchasing volume approx. €80 million.
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for procurement, production planning, logistics, warehousing, after sales and supplier quality (24 FTE)
Managing department performance along project and construction phase planning
Direct reporting line to management and shareholders
Tasks & achievements:
End-to-end process responsibility for supply chain execution: from order placement through material flow to site logistics
Reorganization and space replanning for warehousing and order picking (including layout planning, safety & occupational protection concept)
Introduction of operational performance monitoring (delivery performance, budget variances, quality KPIs)
Optimization of material flows, lead times and availability along project milestones
Escalation management with suppliers and establishment of structured complaint processes
Close coordination with engineering, production and sales to synchronize S&OP goals
Optimization of ERP processes in MS NAV for project-specific controlling and workflow acceleration
Material groups:
power & free rails, roller conveyors, switches & stoppers, crossbars, hanging fixtures, chain & drive units, sensors, control cabinets, control technology
Head of Purchasing
Heinzmann GmbH
Automotive – engine & turbine management, electric motors. Purchasing volume approx. €30 million.
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for procurement and planning (10 FTE)
Reorganization of the purchasing organization and integration with product development
Tasks & achievements:
Establishment of a strategic purchasing function focusing on end-to-end S2C processes and supplier development strategy
Restructuring of operational purchasing processes in close cooperation with production planning, quality assurance, sales and production
Introduction of an R&D-aligned procurement collaboration to increase component independence (BOM rationalization, second sources, module strategies)
Shortage management: root cause analyses, escalations, weekly shortage reporting to management and customers
Development of a digital in-house solution for spend & inventory analysis including automated reports
Implementation of targeted measures to reduce inventory and increase liquidity
Development and delivery of a skill-building program for the entire purchasing team (procurement strategy, tender management, supplier management, demand planning)
Material groups:
drawing parts, actuators, control units, sensors, air path components, pumps, injectors, storage, control electronics, PCBA, contract manufacturing
Procurement Programme Manager
Moove GmbH
Automotive – OEM of electrified light commercial vehicles (LEV, Level 2 semi-autonomous). Purchasing volume approx. €15 million.
Responsibilities:
Strategic and operational responsibility for all procurement-related tasks in the prototype and pre-series phase
Leading an interdisciplinary lead engineering team
Tasks & achievements:
Development of a future-proof procurement strategy for scaling into series production (make-or-buy, supplier architecture, ESG requirements)
Responsibility for all prototype procurement management in early product development (Level-2 autonomy according to SAE J3016)
Execution of complex RFQ processes and contract negotiations (including NDAs, development contracts, framework agreements)
Professionalization of contract and supplier management along automotive-specific SOP timelines
Coordination of technical BOM validation, derivation of sourcing strategies per module & derivative
Procurement of test vehicles, test track access and special components for validation and homologation
Support in CAPEX screening to identify a suitable production site and planning of manufacturing infrastructure
Material groups:
OPEX: body structure, chassis (wheels, axles, dampers, brake/steering systems), storage technology, functional safety
CAPEX: site selection, production equipment, infrastructure planning & outfitting
Head of Procurement / Deputy Head of Supply Chain
agriKomp GmbH
Plant engineering – OEM of biogas plants. Purchasing volume approx. €100 million.
Responsibilities:
Leading the entire procurement organization (strategic, operational, after sales) with 10 FTE
Deputy head of the overall SCM organization with 69 employees (including customer care, logistics, warehousing, order processing)
Transformation of the procurement function from operational-tactical to strategic, resilient and performance-oriented
Tasks & achievements:
Restructuring of S2C and P2P processes, including redesign of roles, workflows and responsibilities
Initiation and implementation of cross-department optimization projects to improve material availability, lead times, inventory and liquidity
Introduction of an ESG- and resilience-oriented procurement strategy, including supplier classification and performance controlling
Establishment of systematic category, supplier and contract management
Integration of appropriate methods for demand planning and order processing – reduction of inventories through forecast stabilization, reallocation and targeted sell-offs
Introduction of procurement performance controlling (KPIs, process metrics, target variance analysis)
Operational crisis management to maintain supply capability during the COVID phase
Chief negotiator (strategy, planning, preparation, execution) in negotiations with the main supplier (OEM) for base engines (including spare parts & accessories) – 14% savings through a mix of price, scale & volume discounts and various special terms.
Material groups:
OPEX: base engines, components for biogas plants (heat exchangers, exhaust system, metal fabrication, control cabinet technology, filters, construction services)
CAPEX: racking systems, warehouse equipment, material handling equipment, intralogistics solutions
Senior Consultant & Project Manager
Kloepfel Consulting GmbH
Management consulting with a focus on procurement & supply chain management.
Responsibilities:
Leading cost-saving and transformation projects in procurement and supply chain (S2C/P2P)
Managing project teams in national and international assignments
Supporting business development through potential analyses and pitch presentations
Activities & tasks:
Analysis of cost structures, categories and procurement organizations (as-is vs. to-be, benchmarks, TCO approaches)
Development of category strategies, supplier portfolios and sourcing concepts
Execution of complex tenders (including RFx, e-auctions) and contract negotiations
Reorganization of purchasing structures, introduction of KPIs and performance tracking systems
Stakeholder management at C-level, implementation of sustainable optimization approaches
Reporting to client management including savings tracking and progress reports
Projects by client & industry:
Blumenbecker Automation | Industry & Automation
Project Manager | Procurement & purchasing structure optimization | 5 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€50 million | Savings: ~€800k p.a.
Scope: Analysis and realignment of the purchasing organization, process and category strategy optimization
Material groups: production materials, electronic components, control cabinet technology, drawing parts, office supplies, energy, logistics, services
PATURA KG | Wholesale Agricultural Equipment
Project Manager | Sourcing project | 3 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€30 million | Savings: ~€500k p.a.
Scope: Sourcing and supplier development in Eastern Europe and Eurasia to open new procurement markets
Material groups: electric fences, pasture & barn equipment, feeding systems, metal fabrication, gates
Iglotex S.A. | Food Industry – Frozen Foods
Project Manager | Procurement cost optimization | 4 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€80 million | Savings: €1.4 million p.a.
Scope: Potential analysis, strategic tender management and supplier days, cost reduction in non-production areas
Material groups: food packaging, conveyor technology, maintenance, security, facility management, tooling, fleet
NETTO Polska | Food Retail
Project Manager | Procurement cost & process optimization | 4 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€100 million | Savings: €1.3 million p.a.
Scope: Process analysis, S2C redesign and introduction of supplier management in indirect procurement
Material groups: marketing services (flyers, radio, direct marketing), ad agencies, facility management, security, logistics, till rolls
SANHA Group | Piping Systems
Project Manager | Procurement cost & purchasing organization optimization | 7 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€60 million | Savings: ~€1.2 million p.a.
Scope: Holistic optimization of organization, S2C/P2P processes and procurement structure
Material groups: pipe & bar materials (PVC, PP, brass, copper, bronze, stainless steel, steel), surface finishing, logistics, payroll, insurance & financial services
ORSAY Group | Fashion Retail
Project Manager | Purchasing cost & structure optimization | 4 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€200 million | Savings: €2.0 million p.a.
Scope: Optimization of purchasing organization, introduction of strategic supplier management and cost optimization in non-merchandise
Material groups: store rent, marketing & advertising services, facility management, packaging materials, payroll, financial services, waste & disposal
TXM S.A. | Fashion Retail
Project Manager | Purchasing cost & structure optimization | 5 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€50 million | Savings: €1.1 million p.a.
Scope: Optimization of non-merchandise procurement, supplier consolidation, tenders and contract negotiations
Material groups: store equipment (anti-theft & CCTV, furniture, counters, shelving, etc.), security, courier services, transport packaging, transport & packing services, print & distribution, temp staffing
TÖNNIES | Industrial Meat Processing
Tender & supplier day expert
Tender volume: €650k | Savings: €100k
Scope: Leadership and management of global tender process, organization & facilitation of supplier days
Material groups: hydraulic & pneumatic spare parts and machine components
CWS Boco | Health, Hygiene & Safety Service Solutions
CEE Project Manager | Procurement cost & organization optimization | 10 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€500 million | Savings: €2 million p.a.
Scope: S2C process analysis, redesign of procurement & supply chain structures, introduction of KPI systems & category management
Material groups: leasing, IT, logistics, facility, energy, RFID, marketing, travel, disposal, insurance
MEGATECH Industries | Automotive Supplier Tier 1
Poland Project Manager | Procurement cost & organization optimization | 3 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€50 million | Savings: €0.9 million p.a.
Scope: Strategic realignment of purchasing & category management, supplier consolidation, strategic tender management, organization & facilitation of negotiations and supplier days
Material groups: PUR raw materials, facility services, maintenance, temp staffing, packaging, leasing, disposal
PEPCO Poland Sp. z o.o. | Clothing & Home Accessories Retail
Project Manager | Procurement cost & organization optimization | 5 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€400 million | Savings: €6.4 million p.a.
Scope: Global purchasing strategy for non-merchandise, introduction of professional management processes and supplier evaluation
Material groups: store equipment (anti-theft & CCTV, furniture, counters, shelving, etc.), logistics, print, direct marketing, temp staffing, courier services, disposal
Toys'R'us | Toy Retail
Poland Project Manager | Purchasing optimization project | 3 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€50 million | Savings: €0.9 million p.a.
Scope: Conducting over 100 annual supplier negotiations, terms optimization
Material groups: full range of toys: Lego, Playmobil, Nintendo, Hasbro, Clementoni, Sony, console game distributors, Granna, SIMBA, Mattel, Mini Max, Vision One, Haribo, Kettler, etc.
Wix-Filtron (Mann+Hummel) | Automotive Filter Supplier
Project Manager | Procurement cost & organization optimization | 4 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€200 million | Savings: €2.1 million p.a.
Scope: Optimization of entire S2C process, supplier audits, introduction of KPI-driven procurement controlling
Material groups: filter media, housings, transport & logistics services, maintenance, facility services, temp staffing
Lühr Filter GmbH | Industrial Filter Systems
Project Manager | Sourcing & market analysis | 2 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€40 million | Supplier search for joint venture or acquisitions
Scope: SWOT analysis & supplier screening to prepare joint venture or M&A
Material groups: structural elements & drawing parts for plant engineering
TransPak AG | Packaging Goods Distributor & Services
Project Manager | Sourcing | 2 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€30 million | Implemented 5 new A-suppliers, savings of €0.5 million
Scope: Building a supplier network in CEE, selection and implementation of new A-suppliers, price and terms negotiations
Material groups: cardboard, films, paper products, adhesive tapes, labels, transport accessories
Nordfolien | Packaging Manufacturer
Project Manager | Sourcing | 5 consultants
Purchasing volume: ~€50 million | Savings: €0.5 million p.a.
Scope: Strategic realignment of purchasing and category management, supplier consolidation, strategic tender management, organization & facilitation of negotiations & supplier days
Material groups: masterbatches, granules, logistics, packaging materials, facility services, maintenance, disposal
Senior Key Account & Project Manager – DACH Region
WorkExpress Sp. z o.o.
HR services – focus on FMCG & logistics. Budget responsibility approx. €5 million.
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for client projects in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (>200 employees deployed)
Building and development of strategic key accounts and sales structure in the DACH region
Tasks & achievements:
Leading an interdisciplinary project team (recruiting, coordination, team leadership)
Developing client-specific solution concepts for large FMCG logistics customers
Planning and management of all project KPIs including pricing, target margins, budget & P&L
Conducting market analyses and building industry-specific solution offerings
Client acquisition, management and escalation handling for FMCG major clients
Negotiation and conclusion of customized framework agreements
Planning, implementation and continuous optimization of staffing and efficiency KPIs (e.g., picks/min)
New business acquisition with a revenue volume of €2.7 million
Clients (among others): distribution centers of REWE, TCHIBO, NETTO, EDEKA
Inhouse Project Manager Central Purchasing
Andreas Christ Spedition und Möbeltransport GmbH
International freight forwarding, logistics, transport. Purchasing volume approx. €25 million.
Responsibilities:
Project responsibility for company-wide centralization of purchasing
Management of group-wide procurement activities in cooperation with 7 locations
Tasks & achievements:
Development and implementation of a group-wide purchasing strategy
Establishment of structured category management and supplier pool
Conducting supplier audits, selection and negotiation processes
Implementation of standardized pricing and contract terms
Operational support in planning, order tracking, price comparisons, claims management
Responsibility for planning and execution of CAPEX investments
Introduction of a group-wide fleet management system in cooperation with Mercedes-Benz, including staff training
Coordinator
PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)
Cable assembly – Tier-1 contract manufacturing for OEMs & system suppliers. Total managed procurement/project volume for both roles at PKC Group: approx. €45 million.
Responsibilities:
Management of end-to-end order processing for OEM and Tier-1 customers (e.g., Mercedes-Benz, Knorr-Bremse, John Deere, Continental, Brose)
Leading an interdisciplinary team (10 FTE)
Tasks & achievements:
Coordination of all ongoing orders with focus on prioritization & on-time execution
Escalation management for shortages, production delays and client complaints
Coordination with production, planning and shipping to ensure delivery reliability
Negotiation of special requests, small quantities and urgent needs with clients
Implementation of internal improvement measures for process and service optimization
Strategic Purchaser
PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)
Cable assembly – Tier-1 contract manufacturing for OEMs & system suppliers. Purchasing volume approx. €15 million.
Tasks & achievements:
Establishment and development of category and supplier management
Conducting market analyses, tenders and contract negotiations
Identification of savings potential and implementation of TCO measures
Planning & optimization of inventory in coordination with demand and production planning
Optimization of lot sizes, delivery cycles and order frequencies (MOQ vs. EOQ)
Handling technical complaints and coordination of corrective actions
Material groups:
sensors, wiring, connectors, brackets, clips, hoses, ferrite cores
Trainee
SUTCO Polska Sp. z o.o.
Industrial composting plants.
- Tasks & achievements:
- Hands-on insight into all essential manufacturing and planning processes
- Rotation through production, production planning and design departments
- Learning production workflows for system-critical parts and plant components
- Training in reading and understanding technical drawings and manufacturing documentation
Military Professional (Temporary)
Deutsche Bundeswehr
Transport battalion.
- Function and responsibilities:
- Staff and training soldier focusing on driving & safety training
- Instructor for IT security and military transport logistics
- Deployment in the NATO Response Force (NRF) as part of a multinational rapid reaction force (1.5 years)
- Development of resilience, leadership skills and decisive action under pressure
Core professional skills:
- Strategic procurement management: end-to-end S2C process design (including category management, risk mitigation, TCO approaches), digitalization & performance control
- Operational purchasing & P2P processes: efficiency improvement through automation, standardization, and KPI-based management
- Supply Chain Management: demand & supply planning, S&OP alignment, inventory optimization, shortage management
- Supplier management: development & control of complex supply networks, supplier risk assessment, audits, escalation management
- Transformation projects: design & implementation of resilient, scalable & ESG-compliant procurement and SCM organizations
Functional core skills:
- Development and implementation of future-proof purchasing and SCM strategies
- Management of international, interdisciplinary project teams (up to 200 FTE)
- Leadership of post-merger integrations, reorganizations, and turnarounds
- Establishment of procurement controlling and data-driven management mechanisms
- Coaching and enablement of purchasing teams for strategic roles
- Leadership of digitalization initiatives (including introduction of AI-supported tools)
Systems & digitalization skills:
- ERP systems: SAP R/3 MM, SAP Ariba, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, D365 BC, ABAS, ProAlpha
- Analytics & reporting: Qlik Sense, SQL, Power BI
- AI procurement tools: ChatGPT, CoPilot, Scoutbee, Matchory, Tacto, ManusAI, 7Q1, etc.
Quantified achievements:
- Cost optimization & value contribution: overall responsibility for purchasing volume > €1.4 bn; realized savings of over €50 m p.a.; successful management of complex tenders, contract negotiations and category strategies; implementation of design-to-cost, TCO and resilience sourcing approaches
- Transformation & process improvement: restructuring multiple purchasing and SCM organizations in an international context; reduction of cycle times and inventories through process automation and forecast optimization; introduction of procurement controlling and KPI systems for performance management; digitalization of procurement by integrating AI-based tools and platforms
- Leadership & change: building and developing high-performance, interdisciplinary teams (up to 200 FTE); managing organization-wide change projects in purchasing, planning and supply chain; empowering purchasing teams through coaching, mentoring and targeted skill development; stakeholder management at executive and C-level to embed strategic procurement goals
Additional skills:
- Method skills: workshop facilitation, process modeling, cost structure analysis
- Organizational development: role & task architecture, performance systems
- Digitalization: selection, implementation & management of AI-supported procurement systems
- Leadership: team building, change enablement, mentoring and sustainable talent development
- Sales: management of growth projects & sales campaigns
- Intercultural competence
FernUniversität in Hagen
Business Administration · Hagen, Germany
Berufskolleg am Kothen
Advanced Technical College Entrance Qualification · Wuppertal, Germany
Agile & Hybrid Project Management in Operational and Strategic Functions
AI in Procurement – Application of ChatGPT, CoPilot & Specialized Procurement Tools
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Qlik Sense Designer
SQL Programming
Six Sigma Black Belt
Negotiation & Conflict Management
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