Alexander Döring - Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

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Wuppertal, Germany

Experience

Sep 2023 - Feb 2025

1 year 6 months

Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG

Full responsibility for strategic and operational procurement, procurement management (11 FTE).
Further development of the procurement organization, including task and role models.
Steering of cross-functional special projects (e.g. value engineering, design-to-cost).
Development and implementation of a holistic procurement and sourcing strategy focused on resilience, ESG, de-risking, decoupling and cost performance.
Execution of a comprehensive procurement transformation with a realignment of the supply chain strategy.
Reorganization of the procurement team to improve efficiency through clear role distribution and elimination of non-core tasks.
Professionalization of contract management processes and supplier development programs.
Process optimization along the S2C and P2P chain including standardization and automation in line with MDR (EU Regulation 2017/745), GxP compliance and quality management systems ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
KPI development and optimization of the performance measurement system for critical paths and shortage issues.
Coaching the team on strategic purchasing and procurement, project management and due diligence in procurement.
Implementation of AI-driven tools for sourcing, spend analysis and inventory management to optimize stock levels.
Achieved approximately 31% inventory reduction through professional inventory management.
Managed two cost-reduction (cost avoidance) programs with quantifiable results: ~50% reduction in manufacturing costs for a core component and ~64% reduction in material costs for the successor platform via redesign and category sourcing.
Savings in the low double-digit million range compared to the baseline.
Material categories: contract manufacturing, PCBA, EMS, blowers, silicone injection molding, power supplies, batteries, displays, hoses, masks, valves, foams, wiring, sensors, wireless modules (2G–5G), telemedicine components, laboratory services.

Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

2 months

Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) | Interim SCM & Procurement Manager | Member of the Executive Board

AFT Group

Overall responsibility for procurement, production planning, logistics management, warehousing, after-sales, claim management and supplier quality (24 FTE).
Management of supply chain performance across project and construction phase planning.
Advisory role in ongoing SC process optimization projects (production logistics, warehouse management).
Direct reporting line to executive management and shareholders.
End-to-end SCM: process responsibility for supply chain execution from order processing through material flow to on-site logistics.
Optimization of warehouse management processes and transportation efficiency.
Advisory support for reorganization and space planning of warehouses and picking areas with inventory management optimization aiming for >30% efficiency increase.
Advisory and support in implementing operational performance monitoring (delivery performance, budget variance, quality KPIs), executive target: improve delivery reliability by 6% to >96%.
Advisory support for material flow optimization, lead times and availability with KPI development along project-related milestones (target lead time reduction: >25%).
Escalation management with suppliers, vendor management 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 categories: power & free rails, roller conveyors, switches & stops, beams, hanging devices, chain & drive units, sensors, switch cabinets, control technology.

Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

10 months

Interim Procurement Manager | Head of Procurement

Heinzmann GmbH

Overall responsibility for procurement, purchasing and materials scheduling (10 FTE).
Reorganization of the purchasing and procurement organization and integration with product development.
Establishment of a strategic purchasing and procurement function focusing on end-to-end S2C processes and supplier development strategy.
Restructuring of operational purchasing and procurement processes in close collaboration with production planning, QA, sales and manufacturing.
Introduction of R&D-aligned procurement cooperation to increase component independence (BOM rationalization, second sourcing, module strategies) (dependency reduction: 40%).
Bottleneck management & supply chain resilience: root cause analyses, escalations, weekly shortage reporting to management and customers.
Design of a digital in-house solution for spend analysis & inventory management.
Management of targeted inventory management measures to reduce stock and increase liquidity (inventory reduction ~16%, liquidity improvement ~€2.3m).
Reduction of legacy burdens from unused framework orders and obsolete stock ~€1m.
Development and delivery of capability building for the entire purchasing and procurement team (procurement strategy, tender management, supplier management, demand planning / supply planning).
Material categories: custom parts, actuators, control units, sensors, air path components, pumps, injectors, storage, control electronics, PCBA, contract manufacturing.

Mar 2022 - Aug 2022

6 months

Procurement Programme Manager | Interim Procurement Manager

Moove GmbH

Strategic and operational responsibility for all procurement and purchasing tasks in the prototype and pre-series phase as procurement manager.
Leading an interdisciplinary lead engineering team.
Development of a future-oriented procurement strategy for scaling into series production (make-or-buy, supplier architecture, ESG requirements).
Responsibility for the entire prototype procurement management in early product development (Level 2 autonomy according to SAE J3016).
Execution of complex RFQ processes (RFQ, RFP) and contract negotiations (incl. NDAs, development contracts, framework agreements) (cost avoidance of 18% through strategic renegotiations).
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 usage and special components for validation and homologation.
Support in CAPEX screening to identify a suitable production site and design of manufacturing infrastructure.
Material categories: body structure, chassis (wheels, axles, dampers, brake/steering systems), storage technology, functional safety, production site & facilities, infrastructure planning & equipment.

Nov 2019 - Oct 2021

2 years

Head of Procurement | Deputy Head of Supply Chain | SCM Consultant

agriKomp GmbH

Leadership of the entire purchasing and procurement organization (strategic, operational) with 10 FTE.
Deputy head of the overall SCM organization with 69 employees (incl. customer care, logistics, warehousing, order processing).
Transformation of the purchasing and procurement function from operational-tactical to strategic, resilient and performance-oriented.
Restructuring of S2C and P2P processes including redesign of roles, workflows and responsibilities.
Initiation and execution of cross-functional supply chain optimization projects to improve material availability, lead times, inventory and liquidity (inventory reduction: 12%, liquidity improvement: €4.2m).
Introduction of an ESG and resilience-oriented procurement and sourcing strategy including supplier classification and performance controlling.
Establishment of systematic commodity & category management, as well as supplier & contract management.
Professionalization of contract management processes and supplier development programs.
Integration of suitable methods for demand planning and scheduling – reduction of inventory through forecast stabilization, reallocation and targeted sell-offs.
Selection and implementation of purchasing and procurement performance controlling (KPIs, process metrics, variance analysis).
Operational crisis management to maintain delivery capability during the COVID phase (supply chain resilience: 96.2% delivery reliability during pandemic and allocation).
Lead negotiator in negotiations with the main supplier for base engines – 14% savings (equivalent to €560k p.a.).
Deputy head of a comprehensive supply chain transformation with a focus on supply chain excellence.
Development of a holistic supply chain strategy focused on supply chain excellence.
Setup and implementation of professional S&OP processes and forecasting systems.
Concept development and implementation of suitable demand determination and scheduling procedures.
Optimization of the customer service organization by ensuring material availability under cost, quality and timing aspects.
Inventory management to reduce net working capital and shorten process lead times in warehousing and order processing.
Introduction of process and success metrics across the SCM organization.
Improved delivery reliability by 6.1% to 98.8%.
Material categories: base engines, components for biogas plants (heat exchangers, exhaust tract, metal constructs, switch cabinet technology, filters, construction services), shelving systems, warehouse equipment, material handling equipment, intralogistics solutions.

Mar 2014 - Oct 2019

5 years 8 months

Senior Consultant & Project Manager | Procurement Consultant

Kloepfel Consulting GmbH

Led savings and transformation projects in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain (S2C/P2P).
Managed project teams in national and international procurement mandates.
Supported business development through potential analyses, acquisition talks, and presentations.
Analyzed cost structures, product groups, and procurement organizations (target-actual comparisons, benchmarks, TCO approaches).
Developed category strategies, supplier portfolios, and sourcing concepts.
Carried out complex tenders (incl. RFI, RFQ, RFP, eAuctions) and contract negotiations.
Reorganized purchasing and procurement structures, developed KPIs, and implemented performance tracking systems.
Stakeholder management at C-level, implemented sustainable optimization approaches.
Reporting to client management including savings tracking and progress reports.
Successfully led 16 international mandates with a total managed procurement volume of ~EUR 910 million.
Achieved total annual savings of ~EUR 21.5 million p.a.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Strategic Procurement Optimization

Blumenbecker Automation

Analyzed and realigned the purchasing and procurement organization, optimized processes and category strategies.
Conducted organization and process analysis, developed concepts for procurement process and purchasing structure optimization.
Performed savings potential analysis and led annual supplier negotiations.
Developed negotiation and communication strategies and trained buyers.
Material groups: production materials, electronic components, switchgear technology, custom parts, office supplies, energy, logistics, services.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager CEE Region | Group-wide Procurement Optimization Project

CWS Boco

Analyzed organization and processes, optimized the purchasing and supply chain process landscape (S2C, P2P).
Implemented category management and vendor management.
Migrated purchasing controlling.
Material groups: leasing, logistics, IT, energy, facility management, finance, marketing, telecommunications, HR, travel, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost Optimization

Iglotex S.A.

Conducted potential analyses, strategic tender management, and supplier days.
Reduced costs in non-production areas through procurement data analysis.
Developed concepts and strategies and moderated supplier days.
Material groups: food packaging, conveying technology, maintenance, safety, facility management, tooling, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Sourcing & Market Analysis

Lühr Filter GmbH

Conducted market and location analysis (SWOT) and supplier screening to prepare for a joint venture or M&A.
Carried out supplier visits and audits and managed sample orders.
Identified new suppliers in Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
Material groups: structural components & custom parts for plant engineering.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager Poland | Procurement Cost & Purchasing Organization Optimization

MEGATECH Industries

Change management and implementation of a new corporate procurement strategy.
Category management for indirect spend, supplier consolidation, and tender management.
Leading supplier days, negotiations, and buyer training.
Categories: raw materials (PUR, liquids), facility management, finance, marketing, temporary staffing, packaging, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Process Optimization

NETTO Polska

Process analysis, S2C redesign, and implementation of supplier & vendor management in indirect procurement.
Tender management and implementation of a new procurement and supplier selection process.
Leading the preparation and moderation of supplier days and buyer training.
Categories: marketing services (leaflets, radio, direct marketing), advertising agencies, facility management, security, logistics, till rolls.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Organization, Process, and Procurement Cost Optimization

Nordfolien

Analysis of purchase data and the procurement organization.
Optimization of the supplier base, including concept and strategy development.
Categories: color pigments (masterbatch), plastic granulate, transport and logistics, packaging, maintenance, cleaning, temporary workers.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Structure Optimization Project

ORSAY-Gruppe

Optimization of the purchasing organization and introduction of strategic supplier management.
Cost optimization in the non-merchandise area through potential analysis and realignment of category management.
Implementation of procurement controlling and rental property evaluation for site negotiations.
Categories: store rent, advertising & marketing services, facility management, packaging materials, payroll, financial services.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Global Sourcing Project

PATURA KG

Sourcing and supplier development in Eastern Europe and Eurasia (Poland, Ukraine, Turkey, Romania, Hungary) to open new procurement markets.
Categories: electric fences, pasture & stable equipment, feeding systems, metal construction, gates.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager | Group-wide Procurement Structure and Purchasing Cost Optimization Project

PEPCO Poland Sp. z o.o

Change management and implementation of a new group-wide procurement strategy as well as category management for indirect expenses.
Supplier consolidation, tender management and spend analysis.
Conducting price and contract negotiations and implementing purchasing controlling.
Material groups: store equipment, logistics, print, direct marketing, temporary staffing, courier, express and parcel services, waste disposal, facility management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost and Purchasing Organization Optimization

SANHA-Gruppe

Holistic optimization of organization, Source-to-Contract / Procure-to-Pay processes and procurement structures.
Realignment of the corporate procurement strategy and optimization of supplier and commodity group management.
Implementation of purchasing controlling.
Material groups: semi-finished steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, bronze and brass; multilayer pipes made of PVC and PE; packaging; transport and logistics; IT hardware, software and license management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost and Structure Optimization Project

TXM S.A.

Optimization of non-merchandise purchasing and supplier and vendor consolidation.
Leading tender management and conducting contract negotiations.
Implementing professional supplier and category management as well as purchasing controlling.
Material groups: store equipment (anti-theft and CCTV equipment, furniture, counters, shelving, etc.), security, courier, express and parcel services, transport packaging, print and distribution, temporary staffing.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Annual Negotiations Lead

Toys'R'us

Leading, planning and conducting around 100 annual negotiations.
Analyzing savings potential and negotiating terms (discounts, special promotions, customer discount campaigns).
Implementing purchasing controlling and buyer training.
Material groups: full-range toys (Lego, Playmobil, Nintendo, Hasbro, Sony, Mattel, Haribo, etc.).

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Sourcing and Procurement Project

TransPak AG

Building a supplier network in Central and Eastern Europe.
Selecting and onboarding new A-suppliers and negotiating prices and terms.
Material groups: cardboard boxes, films, paper products, adhesive tapes, labels, transport accessories.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Expert in Tendering & Supplier/Vendor Management

TÖNNIES

Leading and managing global tendering processes.
Organizing and moderating supplier days.
Purchasing data analysis, strategy development, and recommendations for supplier nomination.
Material groups: hydraulic and pneumatic spare parts & components for meat processing equipment.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Purchasing Organization Optimization

Wix-Filtron (Mann+Hummel)

Optimizing the Sourcing to Contract (S2C) and supplier selection process.
Implementing KPI-driven purchasing control and tender management.
Conducting supplier audits, sampling processes, and price and contract negotiations.
Material groups: filter material, filter housings, housing covers, transport and logistics, maintenance, cleaning, temporary staff, tools.

Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

1 year 2 months

Senior Key Account & Project Manager – DACH Region

WorkExpress Sp. z o.o.

Full responsibility for customer projects in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (>200 employees deployed).
Building and developing strategic key accounts and the sales structure in German-speaking markets.
Leading an interdisciplinary project team (recruiting, coordination, team management).
Developing tailor-made solution concepts for major FMCG logistics customers.
Planning and controlling all project KPIs including pricing, target margins, budget & P&L.
Conducting market analyses and building industry-specific solution offerings.
Customer acquisition, support, and escalation management for large FMCG clients.
Negotiating and finalizing custom framework agreements.
Planning, implementing, and continuously optimizing staffing and efficiency metrics.
Acquired new business with a revenue volume of EUR 2.7 million.
Clients (among others): distribution centers of REWE, TCHIBO, NETTO, EDEKA.

May 2012 - Nov 2012

7 months

In-house Project Manager – Central Procurement

Andreas Christ Spedition und Möbeltransport GmbH

Responsible for the project to centralize procurement across the company.
Managing group-wide procurement activities in cooperation with 7 locations.
Developing and implementing a company-wide purchasing strategy.
Setting up a structured commodity group management and supplier pool.
Conducting supplier audits, selection, and negotiation processes.
Implementing standardized pricing and contract terms.
Providing operational support for order management, order tracking, price comparisons, and complaint handling.
Responsible for planning and implementing CAPEX investments.
Introducing a group-wide fleet management system in cooperation with Mercedes-Benz, including staff training.

Oct 2010 - Mar 2012

1 year 6 months

Poland

SCM Coordinator

PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)

Managing 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).
Coordinating all ongoing orders with a focus on prioritization and timely execution.
Handling escalations for bottlenecks, production delays, and customer complaints.
Aligning with production, planning, and shipping to ensure delivery reliability.
Negotiating special requests, small quantities, and express requirements with customers.
Implementing internal improvement measures for process and service optimization.

Jul 2007 - Oct 2010

3 years 4 months

Poland

Strategic Buyer

PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)

Set up and enhance category and supplier management.
Conduct market analyses and lead tender management.
Identify savings potential and implement total cost of ownership (TCO) measures.
Manage inventory and material requirements planning.
Optimize lot sizes, delivery cycles, and order frequencies (MOQ vs. EOQ).
Handle technical complaints and coordinate corrective actions.
Support implementation of ProAlpha: perform error analysis for automated material requirement planning.
Material groups: sensors, cables, connectors, mounts, clips, hoses, ferrite cores.

Jun 2007 - Jul 2007

2 months

Poland

Trainee

SUTCO Polska Sp. z o.o.

Gained hands-on insight into all key production and planning processes.
Rotated through production, work preparation, and design departments.
Learned manufacturing processes for system-critical parts and plant components.
Trained and instructed in reading and understanding technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.

Oct 2002 - Dec 2006

4 years 3 months

Germany

Professional Soldier (fixed-term)

Deutsche Bundeswehr

Staff and training soldier focusing on driving and safety training.
Instructor for IT security and military transport logistics.
Deployed in the NATO Response Force (NRF) as part of a multinational task force (1.5 years).
Developed resilience, leadership skills, and decisiveness under high-pressure conditions.

Summary

~23 years of professional experience, of which ~21 years in procurement (strategic), purchasing (operational) and supply chain management
~14 years of leadership experience as a line, project and interim manager
~11 years of experience as a management consultant, procurement & SCM consultant – self-employed consultant since 2022

Skills

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
Strategic Procurement & Operational Purchasing Excellence
S2c & P2p Modeling
Global Sourcing & Category Management
Cost & Value Engineering, Tco
Source-to-pay
Vendor & Contract Management
Supply Chain Excellence
End-to-end Supply Chain Management & S&op
Supply Chain Optimization & Transformation
Inventory Optimization & Demand Planning
Ai Integration & Analytics
Leadership & Change Management
Agile & Procurement Leadership
Interim Management
Post-merger Integration & Turnarounds
Digitalization & Analytics Setup, Predictive Analysis
Compliance & Technology
Esg, Lksg, Dora, Mdr, Gxp, Iso Standards 9001, 14001, 13485, Iatf 16949
Sap, Ariba, Coupa, Navision, Ms Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power Bi, Ai Tools
Risk Management & Business Continuity
Management Consulting (E.g. Kloepfel Consulting, Hk International Consulting, Self-employed Consultant)
Automotive & Emobility (E.g. Moove Gmbh, Megatech, Heinzmann, Wix Filtron, Pkc Group, Segu Gmbh)
Industry & Automation (E.g. Blumenbecker Automation, Lühr Filter Gmbh, Sanha Gmbh, Nordfolien Gmbh)
Life Science & Medtech (E.g. Löwenstein Medical Technology Gmbh & Co. Kg)
Retail (E.g. Patura Kg, Netto Polska, Orsay, Txm S.a., Pepco, Toys'r'us)
Food Industry (E.g. Iglotex S.a., Tönnies)
Services (E.g. Cws Boco, Transpak Ag, Workexpress Sp. Z O.o.)
Logistics (E.g. Andreas Christ Spedition Und Möbeltransport Gmbh)
Fmcg (Logistics) (E.g. Edeka, Penny, Rewe, Tchibo)
Packaging Industry (E.g. Nordfolien Gmbh)
Total Managed Procurement Volume: ~2.4 Billion Euros
Realized Savings & Cost Avoidances: ~50.0 Million Euros P.a.
Successfully Led Projects And Interim Mandates: 20+ International Mandates
Managed Suppliers: 6,000+ Suppliers Worldwide
Successful Management Of Complex Tenders And Tender Programs
Contract Negotiations And Category Strategies
Implementation Of Design-to-cost, Tco And Resilience Sourcing Approaches
Best On-time Delivery Performance: 98.8% Delivery Reliability
Highest Inventory Reduction: 31%
Best Cycle Time Optimization: 19% Reduction
Supply Chain Resilience: 96.2%
Restructuring Of Multiple Procurement And Scm Organizations In An International Context
Reduction Of Lead Times And Inventories Through Process Automation And Forecast Optimization
Introduction Of Procurement Controlling (Incl. Kpi Systems, Variance Analysis) And Performance Measurement Systems
Digitalization Of Procurement By Integrating Ai-based Tools And Platforms
20+ Projects With Leadership Responsibilities
Leading Teams Up To 69 Fte In Scm And Up To 10 Fte In Procurement
Leading International Project Teams Up To 200 Fte
Building And Developing High-performance, Interdisciplinary Teams
Managing Organization-wide Change Projects In Procurement, Planning And Supply Chain
Empowering Procurement Teams Through Coaching, Mentoring And Targeted Skill Development
Stakeholder Management At Executive And C-level
Method Skills: Workshop Facilitation, Process Modeling, Cost Structure Analysis
Organizational Development: Role & Task Architecture, Performance Systems
Digitalization: Selection, Implementation & Management Of Ai-driven Systems In Procurement
Leadership: Team Building, Change Enablement, Mentoring And Sustainable Talent Development
Sales: Managing Growth Projects & Sales Campaigns
Intercultural Competence