Bernhard Görlich - Business Owner

Q: Where is Bernhard based?

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

Q: What languages does Bernhard speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Bernhard have?

Bernhard has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Bernhard has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months . Note that Bernhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Bernhard's latest experience?

Bernhard's most recent position is Business Owner at Der Ruhepol .

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

In recent years, Bernhard has worked for Der Ruhepol , Roche , and Vitesco Technologies .

Q: Which industries is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Energy . Bernhard also has some experience in Biotechnology , Pharmaceutical , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Product Development , and Sales . Bernhard also has some experience in Human Resources (HR) , Strategy and Planning , and Marketing .

Q: Which industries has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in industries like Biotechnology , Pharmaceutical , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Human Resources (HR) , and Strategy and Planning .

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Tegernheim, Germany

Experience

May 2022 - Present

3 years 10 months

Regensburg, Germany

Business Owner

Der Ruhepol

Systemic corporate development, coaching & training

Dec 2021 - Present

4 years 3 months

Mannheim, Germany

Scrum Master/Agile Coach

Roche

Guiding two Scrum teams in a SAFe project environment and adaptively applying Scrum mechanisms to both planned and unforeseen events
Organizing Scrum events, team building, and efficiency improvements
Enhancing the agile mindset and raising awareness of the challenges in self-organized work
De-escalating position-driven discussions and supporting focus

Feb 2021 - May 2022

1 year 4 months

Regensburg, Germany

Scrum Master/Release Train Engineer/Agile Coach BSG - VW H12

Vitesco Technologies

Improving agile conditions within the company
Establishing and improving the agile mindset within the team and company through feedback loops with middle management
Organizing the sprint events of a Scrum team
Training for Product Owners and new team members

May 2020 - Sep 2020

5 months

Leipzig, Germany

Scrum Master/Agile Coach V4 Energy Storage

SENEC GmbH

Establishing and improving the agile mindset within the team and company through methods and mindset training
Designing an appropriate remote work approach (due to COVID)
Supporting the achievement of sprint goals
Protecting the team from external disruptions
Achieving agile conditions within the company

Mar 2019 - Apr 2020

1 year 2 months

Regensburg, Germany

Project Manager/Agile Coach Inverter and Transmission Control

ZF Group

Achieving the cost target corridor through cost-out, potential assessment, and functional analysis workshops
Gradual introduction of agile methods and mindset
Coaching in the agile transformation

Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

7 months

Radolfzell, Germany

Scrum Master/Agile Coach SDE Core Development

ZF Group

Supported two Scrum teams as Scrum Master
Coached the agile transformation
Conducted training on agile methods and mindset
Applied agile methods in an A-Spice and ISO 26262 environment

Jan 2017 - Jul 2018

1 year 7 months

Munich, Germany

Program Manager Value Analysis & Value Engineering

Knorr-Bremse

Conducted cost-out, potential evaluation, and function analysis workshops
Facilitated communication between purchasing, R&D, testing, production, controlling, and series project management
Organized and facilitated Scrum events
Coached teams on using the Scrum methodology
Managed multiple projects and programs

Feb 2015 - Dec 2016

1 year 11 months

Regensburg, Germany

Project Manager in Operational PMO

Krones AG

Monitored, tracked, and analyzed project milestones
Assessed the profitability of optimization measures in collaboration with controlling
Designed project plans with stakeholders from various departments
Provided methodological and administrative support for work packages
Prepared decision documents

Nov 2013 - Jan 2015

1 year 3 months

Regensburg, Germany

Key Account Manager

Starkstrom-Gerätebau GmbH

Identified requirements and conducted market analysis
Prepared quotes for cast resin transformers
Delivered product presentations
Planned budgets

Dec 2011 - Nov 2013

2 years

Regensburg, Germany

Sales Team Leader

Starkstrom-Gerätebau GmbH

Led the sales team
Delivered product presentations
Identified requirements and conducted market analysis
Responsible for budget and quotes for cast resin transformers

Oct 2007 - Nov 2011

4 years 2 months

Regensburg, Germany

Sales Project Engineer

Schneider Electric

Preparing quotes for medium voltage switchgear (GIS/AIS)
Product presentations
Project management

Jul 2005 - Sep 2007

2 years 3 months

Odelzhausen, Germany

Project Engineer – Process Development

W.E.T. Automotive GmbH Odelzhausen

Creating specifications for contacting processes for heating media
Conducting and moderating FMEA
Conducting and documenting process capability studies
Project management

Apr 2002 - Jun 2005

3 years 3 months

Odelzhausen, Germany

Project Engineer – Predevelopment

W.E.T. Automotive GmbH Odelzhausen

Developing heating media for foam injection processes and studies on new heating media/methods
Conducting and documenting proof-of-concept tests
Creating specifications
Project management

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 (10 years), Manufacturing (8 years), Energy (7.5 years), Professional Services (4 years), Biotechnology (4 years), and Pharmaceutical (4 years).

Automotive

Manufacturing

Energy

Professional Services

Biotechnology

Pharmaceutical

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 Project Management (20 years), Product Development (10 years), Sales (7.5 years), Human Resources (4 years), Strategy (4 years), and Marketing (3 years).

Project Management

Product Development

Sales

Human Resources

Strategy

Marketing

Summary

Festina lente – there is power in calm.

Anyone who works with me quickly notices: I'm not a loud motivator, but a steady point of calm. My approach is clear, structured, and in-depth – because real change doesn't happen through hurry, but through conscious understanding and targeted steps.

Often it's not the obvious problems that hold you back, but hidden patterns and unnoticed connections. This is where the Ruhepol approach comes in: with the precision of an attentive observer, structures become visible, blockages are cleared, and new possibilities open up. It's not about doing more – it's about taking the right steps.

Recognize patterns – make visible what lies beneath the surface.

Gain clarity – bring order to thoughts and decisions.

Create sustainable solutions – effective, practical, future-proof.

Whether in complex decision situations, professional challenges, or change processes – a conscious focus on what really matters opens up new perspectives and releases energy.

Ready for the next step? Let's talk.

Skills

Training
Sports
Questions And Answers

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Italian

Elementary

Education

Oct 1996 - Mar 2002

Munich University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Engineering · Electrical Engineering - Energy Engineering · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Systemic Coach (FaS - IHK)

Falkenberg Seminare

Professional Scrum Master I

Scrum.org

Project Manager IPMA Level C

GPM

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Bernhard based?

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

What languages does Bernhard speak?

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

How many years of experience does Bernhard have?

Bernhard has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Bernhard has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Bernhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Bernhard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Bernhard would be well-suited for roles such as: Business Owner, Scrum Master/Agile Coach, Scrum Master/Release Train Engineer/Agile Coach BSG - VW H12.

What is Bernhard's latest experience?

Bernhard's most recent position is Business Owner at Der Ruhepol.

What companies has Bernhard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bernhard has worked for Der Ruhepol, Roche, and Vitesco Technologies.

Which industries is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Energy. Bernhard also has some experience in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Sales. Bernhard also has some experience in Human Resources (HR), Strategy and Planning, and Marketing.

Which industries has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in industries like Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Human Resources (HR), and Strategy and Planning.

What is Bernhard's education?

Bernhard holds a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering - Energy Engineering from Munich University of Applied Sciences.

Does Bernhard have any certificates?

Bernhard has 3 certificates. These include: Systemic Coach (FaS - IHK), Professional Scrum Master I, and Project Manager IPMA Level C.

What is the availability of Bernhard?

Bernhard is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Bernhard?

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