Armin Schlenk - Founder & Consultant

Q: Where is Armin based?

Armin is based in Friesenheim, Germany .

Q: What languages does Armin speak?

Armin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Armin have?

Armin has at least 37 years of experience. During this time, Armin has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months . Note that Armin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Armin's latest experience?

Armin's most recent position is Founder & Consultant at Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting .

Q: What companies has Armin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Armin has worked for Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting and Yaskawa Europe GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Armin most experienced in?

Armin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Energy , and Professional Services . Armin also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas is Armin most experienced in?

Armin is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Sales , and Marketing . Armin also has some experience in Supply Chain Management , Strategy and Planning , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has Armin worked in recently?

Armin has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Energy , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Armin worked in recently?

Armin has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Strategy and Planning , and Information Technology (IT) .

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Friesenheim, Germany

Experience

Feb 2025 - Present

1 year 1 month

Founder & Consultant

Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting

Aug 2024 - Jan 2025

6 months

Preparation for self-employment

Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting

Sep 2021 - Jul 2024

2 years 11 months

Eschborn, Germany

Director of Marketing and Business Development EMEA, Authorized Signatory

Yaskawa Europe GmbH

Robotics, Drives and Motion Control

Mar 2020 - Sep 2021

1 year 7 months

Eschborn, Germany

Head of Drives and Motion Control Division

Yaskawa Europe GmbH

Responsible for Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Strategic Pricing

Sep 2013 - Feb 2016

2 years 6 months

Eschborn, Germany

General Manager of Sales and Marketing

Yaskawa Europe GmbH

Drives and Motion Control Division

Jan 2013 - Sep 2021

8 years 9 months

Eschborn, Germany

Director Marketing EMEA

Yaskawa Europe GmbH

Robotics, Drives Motion Control, Environmental Energy (Finland)

Jul 2010 - Dec 2012

2 years 6 months

Eschborn, Germany

General Manager Marketing

Yaskawa Europe GmbH

Drives, Motion and Robotics

Jan 2004 - Jun 2010

6 years 6 months

Offenburg, Germany

Division Pop Manager

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Responsible for the implementation of the Parker Operating Protocol within the division
Responsible for analyzing and preparing division statistics for initiatives in lean, strategic procurement, strategic pricing to implement the "WIN" strategy
Active role in defining the division strategy, implementing and achieving profitability growth by segmenting customers and applying product life cycle management

Jan 2004 - Jun 2010

6 years 6 months

Offenburg, Germany

Head of Product Management

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Responsible for product management and complete product portfolio in the division
Preparing the conditions for the successful marketing of the control technology, drive technology, handling mechanics and precision mechanics product families
Personnel responsibility for the assigned product managers and application engineers

Jan 2004 - Jun 2010

6 years 6 months

Offenburg, Germany

Member of the Division Staff Team

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Active role in the planning and implementation of the annual business plans

Jan 2002 - Jun 2010

8 years 6 months

Offenburg, Germany

Division Strategic Pricing Manager

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Responsible for strategic pricing of all business in direct sales, for OEMs and end customers as well as for distribution (channel partner)
Analysis of customers, markets, competitors and regions in order to successfully adapt the pricing strategy
Responsible for Europe with locations in Germany, Italy and UK
Reporting directly to the headquarters in the USA

Jan 1998 - Jun 2010

12 years 6 months

Offenburg, Germany

Remote

Product Manager Electrical Drive and Motion Control Technology

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Main focus: PC controls, PLC controls, operator panels, remote I/O systems, digital servo drives, servo motors, linear motors, torque motors, software tools
Link between supply chain, product development, production, sales and marketing
Product specification and implementation of a new generation of servo drives (Compax3) and PLC controllers (powerPLmC)
Technical consulting and training of customers worldwide (Asia, US, Europe)
Support of the sales department in the expansion of large OEM customers
Know-how transfer to the international sales companies
Active participation in international development projects
Competitor monitoring and analysis
Public relations: technical articles in various trade journals, co-organization of trade fairs, speaker at international congresses

Jan 1989 - Dec 1997

9 years

Offenburg, Germany

Project Engineer

Parker Hannifin GmbH & Co. KG EME

Realization of mainly customer-specific automation systems and machines
PC driver programming for motion control technology
Project management, software development
On-site commissioning and service
Instruction and customer training

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (35.5 years), Energy (8.5 years), Professional Services (1.5 years), and Information Technology (1 year).

Manufacturing

Energy

Professional Services

Information Technology

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (23 years), Sales (16.5 years), Marketing (14 years), Strategy (12.5 years), Supply Chain Management (12.5 years), and Customer Service (9 years).

Product Development

Sales

Marketing

Strategy

Supply Chain Management

Customer Service

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Italian

Elementary

Profile

Created

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Armin based?

Armin is based in Friesenheim, Germany.

What languages does Armin speak?

Armin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Armin have?

Armin has at least 37 years of experience. During this time, Armin has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Armin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Armin be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Armin would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder & Consultant, Preparation for self-employment, Director of Marketing and Business Development EMEA, Authorized Signatory.

What is Armin's latest experience?

Armin's most recent position is Founder & Consultant at Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting.

What companies has Armin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Armin has worked for Automation, Robotics and Technology Consulting and Yaskawa Europe GmbH.

Which industries is Armin most experienced in?

Armin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Energy, and Professional Services. Armin also has some experience in Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Armin most experienced in?

Armin is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Sales, and Marketing. Armin also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Strategy and Planning, and Customer Service.

Which industries has Armin worked in recently?

Armin has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Energy, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Armin worked in recently?

Armin has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Strategy and Planning, and Information Technology (IT).

What is the availability of Armin?

Armin is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Armin?

Armin's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.