Christof S.
Executive Vice President and Managing Director
Experience
Jan 2020 - May 2024
4 years 5 monthsEssen, Germany
Executive Vice President and Managing Director
Mindcurv Group GmbH
- Held topline responsibility at group level as Chief Customer Officer (CCO) & Member of Group Executive Management Board, overseeing all business units and driving revenue growth through strategic cross- and upselling initiatives, group pipeline management, and joint delivery models for key accounts.
- Delivered a 30% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024.
- Developed and managed key strategic accounts, significantly enhancing Mindcurv’s EBITDA performance and market positioning in Europe.
May 2014 - Nov 2014
7 monthsGütersloh, Germany
Head of E-Commerce
Reply GmbH & Co.
- Managed and expanded the e-commerce unit, leading cross-functional teams in launching new e-commerce platforms to drive substantial revenue growth.
- Positioned the e-commerce division for scalable growth through innovative product solutions and efficient team collaboration.
Oct 2013 - Present
12 years 1 monthFounder & Managing Director
True E-Commerce, Sander Consulting GmbH
- Providing consulting and implementation services for complex e-commerce and digital business model transformations, primarily in B2B and B2C environments.
- Led high-stakes program and project management roles with teams of 20-200 people and project values of up to 10 million EUR annually.
- Successfully supported large-scale IT and digital transformations for mid-sized to large enterprises, achieving sustainable growth and tailored solutions.
- Developed targeted strategies for digital business units and change management processes, increasing organizational agility and competitiveness.
May 2010 - Sep 2013
3 years 5 monthsJena, Germany
Founder & Head of Digital Commerce
Ageto GmbH
- Established and expanded the Digital Commerce department with full responsibility for 60 employees across Germany.
- Managed service revenue of over 4 million EUR per year.
- Focused on customer and partner acquisition, project delivery, and account management.
- Developed vertical and horizontal product solutions that strengthened Ageto’s market position.
- Delivered consistent service revenue growth and expanded client relationships in the B2B sector.
Feb 2007 - Apr 2010
3 years 3 monthsDirector of Services Europe
Truition Inc.
- Oversaw Truition’s European service business, managing 60 employees in Germany and the UK with P&L responsibility.
- Managed complex digital B2B and B2C projects and maintained customer and partner relationships, reporting to the EVP in Toronto.
- Achieved over 30% compound annual revenue growth through targeted new client acquisition.
- Enhanced EBITDA by actively managing strategic key accounts.
- Successfully executed customer implementations across international markets, gaining extensive experience in EU, US, and CA regions.
Feb 2003 - Feb 2007
4 years 1 monthBielefeld, Germany
Founder & Managing Director
SELL-Marketing GmbH & Co.
- Founded and scaled a startup in the technology sector, specializing in full-service channel management for large retailers and manufacturers.
- Held responsibility for IT, finance, strategy, project delivery, and key accounts.
- Established SELL-Marketing as a leader in the sector with a full-service channel management offering.
- Expanded the client base significantly, enhancing brand recognition and revenue streams in the retail and manufacturing sectors.
Jul 2001 - Feb 2003
1 year 8 monthsGütersloh, Germany
Senior Project Manager, Full-Service Logistics & Innovation
Bertelsmann AG
- Developed and implemented professional outsourcing services for new sales channels within Arvato.
- Managed client implementations and delivery for full-service logistics and innovation projects.
- Spearheaded product setups within Arvato, creating service definitions that supported innovative sales channels for clients.
Apr 2000 - Jul 2001
1 year 4 monthsNeckarsulm, Germany
International Project Manager
Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG
- Managed the rollout and customization of a proprietary ERP software for Lidl’s European expansion.
- Led requirements engineering and project management through the implementation process across multiple European countries.
- Successfully implemented ERP solutions to support Lidl’s rapid international expansion, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency across European operations.
Summary
With 25 years of experience as a founder, manager and consultant, I bring a strategic and execution-focused approach to achieving impactful results.
As Chief Customer Officer (CCO) & Member of Group Executive Management Board, I held topline responsibility at Group level, overseeing all business units, and driving revenue growth through strategic cross- and upselling initiatives, group pipeline management, and joint delivery models for key accounts.
I have a passion for digital business and IT transformation. I actively guide companies through their transformation and deliver tangible results.
In my work with companies across multiple industries I’ve learned that successful projects require tailored approaches and I’m used to deliver them in a pragmatic and impactful manner.
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
ElementaryEducation
Oct 1996 - Oct 1999
Wirtschaftsakademie Schleswig Holstein
BA · Business Administration · Kiel, Germany
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