Detlef Mangels - Interim Management Consultant

Q: Where is Detlef based?

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

Q: What languages does Detlef speak?

Detlef speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Dutch (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Detlef have?

Detlef has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Detlef has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months . Note that Detlef may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Detlef's latest experience?

Detlef's most recent position is Interim Management Consultant at Beaumont Group / Bexim .

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

In recent years, Detlef has worked for Beaumont Group / Bexim , Qinnovativ GmbH , Addvantedge GmbH , Morgan Phillips , and HTI .

Q: Which industries is Detlef most experienced in?

Detlef is most experienced in industries like Healthcare , Pharmaceutical , and Biotechnology . Detlef also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas is Detlef most experienced in?

Detlef is most experienced in business areas like Sales , Marketing , and Finance . Detlef also has some experience in Strategy and Planning , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Human Resources (HR) .

Q: Which industries has Detlef worked in recently?

Detlef has recently worked in industries like Healthcare , Pharmaceutical , and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas has Detlef worked in recently?

Detlef has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Finance .

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Hohenlinden, Germany

Experience

Apr 2024 - Present

1 year 11 months

Belgium

Interim Management Consultant

Beaumont Group / Bexim

Focus on health tech management positions

Apr 2023 - Present

2 years 11 months

Munich, Germany

Med. Tech. Advisor Asia / Germany

Qinnovativ GmbH

Lead project excellence initiatives in medical technology and pharmaceuticals across Europe and Asia (ongoing)

Jul 2022 - Present

3 years 8 months

Switzerland

Consultant for Med. Tech. Investments

Addvantedge GmbH

Scale up start-ups, engage VCs and family offices, and facilitate market access

Jul 2022 - Mar 2024

1 year 9 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Med. Tech. Consultant Germany

Morgan Phillips

Increase health care excellence in Germany
Organize KOL workshops

Nov 2018 - Dec 2019

1 year 2 months

Israel

Sales Director D, A, CH

Endospan

Define go-to-market strategy
Manage DRG coding and P&L
Engage 10 KOL centers
Select CryoLive distributor

Apr 2018 - Jan 2019

10 months

Houston, United States

Sales Director/Marketing Europe

Evaheart

Engage KOLs and manage logistics
Hire and lead team
Prepare clinical study
Manage DRG coding across 8 centers in pre-CE phase

Oct 2017 - Jun 2022

4 years 9 months

Neuilly-sur-Seine, France

Executive Recruiting Consultant

HTI

Recruit C-level medical talent across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Filled 19 positions

Sep 2017 - Present

8 years 6 months

Hohenlinden, Germany

Medical / Lifesciences Consultant

Own consulting company

Contracting market access in Europe, USA, Asia, reimbursement
Identify start-ups in the medical value chain, supporting up to 100 annually
Scale up pitch presentations and business plans, implement major changes for success
Secure funding from VCs and family offices; market readiness; 3 investments totaling over €15 M
Conduct due diligence for investment readiness
Mentor, coach, speaker, and trainer
Speaker at Max Planck Institute Munich for scientific and pharma start-ups
Coach at Werk1 Munich for accelerator start-ups
Speaker and coach at TUM Munich Entrepreneur workshops for scientific and pharma participants
Advisor at Science4Life Frankfurt for start-up business planning

Oct 2014 - Jan 2017

2 years 4 months

Giessen, Germany

National Sales Manager

Direct Flow Medical

Build and lead team; engage KOLs
Qualify 30 centers
Negotiate GPO contracts
Manage P&L
Serve as board member
Achieve 20% market share

Oct 2012 - Feb 2014

1 year 5 months

Aachen, Germany

Area Sales Director Europe North

CircuLite

Launch go-to-market strategy for Europe
Establish EU training center
Recruit and develop team
Generate €15 M turnover

Oct 2002 - Aug 2012

9 years 11 months

Munich, Germany

Business Unit Director Heart Valves

Edwards Lifesciences

Lead team across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
Achieve market leadership in heart valves
Introduce TAVI technology
Oversee P&L
Coach and mentor team
Engage KOLs and serve on board
Deliver €38 M sales with 45% market share and average annual growth of 21%

Oct 1997 - Sep 2002

5 years

Karlsruhe, Germany

Business Director Interventional Radiology

C. R. Bard (Impra Medica)

Restructure and lead a 35-member sales and marketing team
Achieve market leadership with €40 M turnover

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 Healthcare (27 years), Pharmaceutical (8.5 years), Biotechnology (8.5 years), and Information Technology (2 years).

Healthcare

Pharmaceutical

Biotechnology

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 Sales (20 years), Marketing (19.5 years), Finance (18.5 years), Strategy (8.5 years), Investments and M&A (8.5 years), and Human Resources (8 years).

Sales

Marketing

Finance

Strategy

Investments and M&A

Human Resources

Summary

I bring extensive leadership experience in the medical technology industry, supported by a diverse skill set that encompasses business acumen, success-based strategies, dynamic strategic planning, technical advice, and content development. I am equally proficient in general management, market access, commercial and operative functions, as well as the art of restructuring to navigate uncharted territories. My abilities include effective collaboration, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a strong sense of empathy, all while maintaining a keen focus on achieving goals and leading by key performance indicators (KPIs). With a proven track record of success in both small and matrix organizations, including startups, I possess expertise in crafting 'go-to-market' roadmaps in Europe.

Skills

Key Account / Kol Strategy Roadmap
Health Economics Market Readiness
Coaching Mentor Restructuring
General Management Advisory Council
Distributor Excellence Interim Manager

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Dutch

Elementary

Profile

Created

December 2023

Last Update

January 2026

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Where is Detlef based?

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

What languages does Detlef speak?

Detlef speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Dutch (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Detlef have?

Detlef has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Detlef has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Detlef may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Detlef be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Detlef would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Management Consultant, Med. Tech. Advisor Asia / Germany, Consultant for Med. Tech. Investments.

What is Detlef's latest experience?

Detlef's most recent position is Interim Management Consultant at Beaumont Group / Bexim.

What companies has Detlef worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Detlef has worked for Beaumont Group / Bexim, Qinnovativ GmbH, Addvantedge GmbH, Morgan Phillips, and HTI.

Which industries is Detlef most experienced in?

Detlef is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology. Detlef also has some experience in Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Detlef most experienced in?

Detlef is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Marketing, and Finance. Detlef also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Human Resources (HR).

Which industries has Detlef worked in recently?

Detlef has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, and Biotechnology.

Which business areas has Detlef worked in recently?

Detlef has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Finance.

What is the availability of Detlef?

Detlef is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Detlef?

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