Atif Teta - Director of Operations (Interim)

Q: Where is Atif based?

Atif is based in Bremen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Atif speak?

Atif speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), Urdu (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Atif have?

Atif has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Atif has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months . Note that Atif may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Atif's latest experience?

Atif's most recent position is Director of Operations (Interim) at Hyva .

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

In recent years, Atif has worked for Hyva , Royal Mail , Grupo Antolin , and EUROFIT Group .

Q: Which industries is Atif most experienced in?

Atif is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Transportation and Logistics .

Q: Which business areas is Atif most experienced in?

Atif is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Procurement and Purchasing , and Logistics . Atif also has some experience in Supply Chain Management , Project Management , and Production/Manufacturing .

Q: Which industries has Atif worked in recently?

Atif has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Transportation and Logistics .

Q: Which business areas has Atif worked in recently?

Atif has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Production/Manufacturing , and Strategy and Planning .

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Bremen, Germany

Experience

Dec 2023 - Dec 2025

2 years 1 month

Director of Operations (Interim)

Hyva

Took full responsibility for P&L, R&D, HR, finance and quality at Hyva Italy
Reduced downtime by 30% through efficient optimization of production planning
Increased productivity by 20%
Initiated control mechanisms like whiteboards to improve transparency and efficiency
Enhanced employee satisfaction through clear structures and effective leadership
Reduced headcount by approximately 15%, from 224 to 199, without impacting productivity
Achieved cost savings of €1.35 million through vehicle leasing and closing an external warehouse
Organized weekly strategy meetings with department heads and stakeholders to foster collaboration and strategic alignment

May 2022 - Dec 2025

3 years 8 months

Plant Manager (Permanent)

Hyva

Held full responsibility for P&L at the Olbersdorf site
Minimized downtimes by 20% through targeted production interventions
Increased productivity by 17%
Introduced control mechanisms like whiteboards as a first measure
Improved employee motivation by introducing JobRad and fruit baskets
Implemented KPIs on 17 CNC machines and four assembly lines
Reduced headcount by approximately 20%, from 117 to 93
Achieved cost savings of €1.2 million in 2022
Conducted weekly strategy meetings with department heads and stakeholders
Implemented continuous improvement processes, lean management and 5S activities
Optimized HR processes by introducing a digital time-tracking system
Managed an L&O budget of €8.1 million with a turnover of €48 million
Oversaw a CAPEX budget of €2.4 million in 2023

Sep 2021 - Apr 2022

8 months

Operations Manager (Interim)

Royal Mail

Led 450 employees in warehousing, distribution and dispatch
Assumed PIC responsibility for automation
Implemented PSM (Parcel Sort Machine) for the first time
Participated in the central project team for rolling out automation in 20 distribution centers
Created seasonal forecasts
Organized timely return of customer goods (letter center sorting)
Reimplemented primary and secondary sorting via PSM
Rolled out a new PDA system at four manual centers
Managed a fleet of 250 vehicles in 24/7 operation

Apr 2021 - Sep 2021

6 months

Interim Senior Logistics Manager (Interim)

Grupo Antolin

Restructured the logistics department by transferring full operations from Redditch 1 to Redditch 2
Implemented KPIs within internal logistics
Coordinated with key internal and external stakeholders nationally and internationally (transfers to Germany and Spain)
Automated packaging control for an efficient workflow
Contributed to harmonizing efficient processes, procedures, methods and resources
Served as primary contact for customers like BMW, JLR Solihull and JLR Castle Brom
Improved internal material flow through SMED analyses
Automated material disposition in SAP
Took over production planning for injection molding and press machines

Jul 2019 - Apr 2021

1 year 10 months

Plant Manager

EUROFIT Group

Ensured daily execution of production activities and strategic future planning for a growing business
Increased production efficiency from 62% to 82% through strategic planning and inspiring leadership
Held responsibility for overall operations, planning and P&L of €14 million
Led the purchasing team to achieve 5% lower costs in 2020
Oversaw maintenance of facilities and equipment
Controlled CAPEX and depreciation
Optimized organizational and personnel capabilities to meet current and future demands
Maintained health and safety records and implemented a new role as H&S inspector
Installed a second high-voltage generator in compliance with local regulations
Developed plant goals and business plans in line with Eurofitgroup strategies
Managed project budgets of €24 million across four countries with about 16 suppliers

Aug 2018 - Jul 2019

1 year

Senior Supply Chain/Plant Manager (Interim)

Grammar Inc

Took full responsibility for daily management and execution of the supply chain including all sub-level and ad-hoc projects
Set lead times, raw materials, inventory levels and production requirements for manufacturing and suppliers in S&OP
Assumed full responsibility for CAPEX and P&L
Monitored performance levels of raw material inventory management

Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

6 months

Plant Manager (Interim)

LEONI

Reduced inventory value in Durango/Hermosillo and Mérida, Mexico by a total of $3.5 million and reported to the VP Supply Chain
Led a €17 million reduction project across eight LEONI plants within three months
Achieved results by implementing PDCA and following a daily action plan
Focused on SAP master data management for MM and SD
Reduced supplier lead times through targeted adjustments and implementation of the JNI tool

Oct 2017 - Mar 2018

6 months

Project Leader (Interim)

BMW

Led the project to implement a new logistics structure across all four BMW plants as part of the Brexit initiative
Estimated £26 million in costs for new structures and communicated them to the board for approval
Managed the project and multiple sites
Conducted customs research in collaboration with 3PL providers
Intensified Brexit planning for BMW Swindon, BMW Hams Hall and Rolls-Royce Goodwood
Created capacity plans for Brexit project teams in all UK plants for 2018 and 2019

Oct 2016 - Oct 2017

1 year 1 month

MP&L Project Leader (Interim)

Jaguar Land Rover

Created weekly reports on logistics status for PST meetings
Led project logistics for the 8X760 Pembroke project
Conducted ERP and MRP coaching sessions
Oversaw three projects in total
Negotiated and procured 3PL services
Acted as purchaser for small parts
Coached prototype material planning
Integrated logistics and VE departments as well as change management into bills of materials

Nov 2015 - Oct 2016

1 year

Logistics Manager (Interim)

Magneti Marelli

Implemented JIS integration with a lead time of 158 minutes and developed the design for a JIS monitoring system
Reduced staff from 21 to 9
Optimized internal material flow
Managed OPEX for transport and operations
Participated in A-price and B-price calculations for the Amarok project in Argentina
Conducted a production analysis and implemented results to maximize machine capacity by reducing shifts

Feb 2015 - Jun 2015

5 months

Packaging (Interim)

Grammer AG

Maintained and adjusted RL-T codes

Mar 2014 - Jan 2015

11 months

Material Planning and Logistics Engineer (Interim)

Visteon

Implemented door equipment at the VW customer site in Poznań, Poland
Conducted project planning for three models and prepared A-price and B-price calculations for VW

Jan 2013 - Feb 2014

1 year 2 months

Head of Logistics

Magna International Inc

Ensured timely procurement of materials and services for the Daimler Benz plant in Bremen and initiated rollout of a new enterprise software solution for sales reporting
Strengthened business by implementing a new forwarding system
Trained and coached employees to ensure smooth introduction of the new program
Worked closely with sales, customers and internal interfaces to win new projects and drive development and implementation of new policies in Europe
Exceeded corporate goals by reducing inventory from €2.1 million to €1.6 million
Increased profit by 60% in one year through business line restructuring
Assigned shipments to forwarders in the central database

Jun 2008 - Dec 2012

4 years 7 months

PC&L Coordinator and Deputy Logistics Manager

Faurecia Emission Control Technologies

Successfully implemented new logistics procedures within four months for the plant in Hungary
Participated in contract negotiations for the "Makan" project at the Leipzig plant
Managed all inbound and outbound processes and prepared supplier evaluations
Translated business requirements and priorities into new logistics strategies
Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventive maintenance
Took corrective actions in case of accidents and delays
Optimized delivery schedules to maximize productivity and reduce costs

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 Automotive (12 years), Manufacturing (7 years), and Transportation (0.5 years).

Automotive

Manufacturing

Transportation

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 Operations (10 years), Procurement (8.5 years), Logistics (8 years), Supply Chain Management (5.5 years), Project Management (5 years), and Production (4.5 years).

Operations

Procurement

Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Production

Summary

Experienced Plant Director with over 10 years of expertise in operations management and Lean Manufacturing. Successfully reduced downtime by 30% and increased productivity by 20% at Hyva by implementing effective optimization strategies. Proven success in cost reduction and team leadership, including delivering savings of €1.35 million. Committed to continuous improvement and innovative solutions, positioned to contribute significantly to a company’s growth and success.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

Urdu

Elementary

Education

Feb 2011 - May 2014

Bremen Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK Bremen)

Bachelor/Master Craftsman · Logistics Management · Bremen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Level 2 Lean Organisation Management Techniques

NVQ-Level 3 Logistics

Prince 2

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Atif based?

Atif is based in Bremen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Atif speak?

Atif speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), Urdu (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Atif have?

Atif has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Atif has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Atif may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Atif be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Atif would be well-suited for roles such as: Director of Operations (Interim), Plant Manager (Permanent), Operations Manager (Interim).

What is Atif's latest experience?

Atif's most recent position is Director of Operations (Interim) at Hyva.

What companies has Atif worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Atif has worked for Hyva, Royal Mail, Grupo Antolin, and EUROFIT Group.

Which industries is Atif most experienced in?

Atif is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Transportation and Logistics.

Which business areas is Atif most experienced in?

Atif is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Procurement and Purchasing, and Logistics. Atif also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Atif worked in recently?

Atif has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Transportation and Logistics.

Which business areas has Atif worked in recently?

Atif has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Production/Manufacturing, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Atif's education?

Atif holds a Bachelor in Logistics Management from Bremen Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK Bremen).

Does Atif have any certificates?

Atif has 3 certificates. These include: Level 2 Lean Organisation Management Techniques, NVQ-Level 3 Logistics, and Prince 2.

What is the availability of Atif?

Atif will be available full-time from March 2026.

What is the rate of Atif?

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