Hartwig Meinen - Managing Partner

Q: Where is Hartwig based?

Hartwig is based in Altmannstein, Germany .

Q: What languages does Hartwig speak?

Hartwig speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Hartwig have?

Hartwig has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Hartwig has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months . Note that Hartwig may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Hartwig's latest experience?

Hartwig's most recent position is Managing Partner at Die Logistikmacher GmbH .

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

In recent years, Hartwig has worked for Die Logistikmacher GmbH , Die Logistikmacher – connected2deliver , HMIP – Hartwig Meinen Interim- und Projektmanagement , C.H. Robinson Worldwide GmbH , and Elflein Logistics Europe GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Hartwig most experienced in?

Hartwig is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Automotive , and Education . Hartwig also has some experience in Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Hartwig most experienced in?

Hartwig is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Project Management , and Supply Chain Management . Hartwig also has some experience in Logistics , Production/Manufacturing , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

Q: Which industries has Hartwig worked in recently?

Hartwig has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Professional Services , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Hartwig worked in recently?

Hartwig has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Logistics , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

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Altmannstein, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Present

1 year 2 months

Managing Partner

Die Logistikmacher GmbH

Conducting interim and project mandates in corporate and site management, restructuring, operational excellence, supply chain management, and production management
Establishing and leading the company with focus on interim management, project management, coaching, business development, M&A activities, and logistics real estate
Selecting network partners
Active membership in business networks and partnerships
Building a logistics academy (starting 2026)

Oct 2023 - Present

2 years 5 months

Founder of a logistics network

Die Logistikmacher – connected2deliver

Building and organizing a network
Selecting network partners (so far 25 partners and 5 international consulting firms)
Defining marketing channels and customer acquisition

May 2023 - Present

2 years 10 months

Freelance management consultant and interim manager

HMIP – Hartwig Meinen Interim- und Projektmanagement

Lean management & restructuring
Leadership & operational excellence
Process design & ramp-up management
P&L responsibility (profit-and-loss management)

Jan 2023 - May 2023

5 months

Director Project Logistics

C.H. Robinson Worldwide GmbH

Building and establishing the contract logistics division
Defining the go-to-market strategy
Acquiring new clients in the automotive industry

Jul 2017 - Dec 2022

5 years 6 months

Managing Director

Elflein Logistics Europe GmbH

P&L responsibility for five GmbHs with up to eleven locations and over 600 employees
Restructuring, standardization, and further development of the contract logistics division
Leading cross-functional teams in IT, quality management, human resources, key account management, and operations within the Elflein Group

Jul 2015 - Jun 2017

2 years

Senior Consultant / Partner

BLSG AG

Lead Lean Management and JIT/JIS competence areas
Ensure sustainable growth in line with the company strategy
Lead national and international projects and provide technical leadership to expert teams

Jan 2014 - Jun 2015

1 year 6 months

European Seating Division Director Serial Life & Transport

Faurecia Autositze GmbH

Unified Southern and Northern European organizations
Responsible for PC&L (Production Control & Logistics) at 34 production sites across Europe
Crisis management for a JIS plant in Mississippi

May 2012 - Dec 2013

1 year 8 months

Division Director Production Control & Logistics

Faurecia Autositze GmbH

Responsible for PC&L (Production Control & Logistics) at 17 production sites across Europe
Ensured the relocation of production from HCC to LCC sites, including site closures
Managed Greenfield and Brownfield projects and sites

Jul 2011 - Apr 2012

10 months

Director Re-engineering Aerospace

Kühne & Nagel (AG & Co.) KG

Led the European benchmark implementation team
Aligned the Airbus Lean Lighthouse concept with Kühne + Nagel's production system, including running the Innovation Challenge 2011 (concept to improve customer satisfaction)

Mar 2003 - Oct 2011

8 years 8 months

University Lecturer

Landshut University of Applied Sciences

Logistics and production management

Mar 1996 - Jun 2011

15 years 4 months

Other activities in production and logistics

Various (Faurecia Autositze GmbH; Magna Seating Europe GmbH; DB Schenker)

Supported project and site ramp-ups across Europe
Rolled out lean management and standardization at automotive sites across Europe
Restructured an aerospace contract at four European sites
Full P&L responsibility for logistics divisions and departments

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 Transportation (24.5 years), Automotive (18.5 years), Education (8.5 years), and Professional Services (4.5 years).

Transportation

Automotive

Education

Professional Services

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 (26.5 years), Project Management (21 years), Supply Chain Management (20.5 years), Logistics (17.5 years), Production (11.5 years), and Quality Assurance (5.5 years).

Operations

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Production

Quality Assurance

Summary

Self-motivated leader, manager, and coach with extensive international experience in general management, P&L responsibility, project management, production, supply chain, JIT/JIS, and start-up management in over 20 countries. Strong ability to take initiative and work efficiently in a team. Skilled in team development, staff leadership, change management, and successfully achieving business objectives. Excellent communication skills at all hierarchy levels, with strong analytical abilities and a proven talent for problem solving. Experienced in ramp-up management and crisis-tested in the international automotive environment.

Skills

Entrepreneurial Thinking, Acting, And Taking Responsibility
Authenticity And Persuasive Power As A Leader And Coach, Able To Empower Teams And Organizations
Ability To Stabilize Processes In Critical Company Or Delivery Situations And To Regain Customer Trust
Proven Skills In Problem Analysis, Concept Development, Effective Implementation, And Ramp-up Management
Experience In International Change And Project Management
Use Of Operational Excellence As A Method For Cost Reduction And Process Improvement
Deep Understanding Of Just-in-sequence Logistics And Production

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1991 - Feb 1996

Landshut University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business Administration (FH) · Banking, finance, and investment management · Landshut, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Driver's license classes 1 & 1a

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Hartwig based?

Hartwig is based in Altmannstein, Germany.

What languages does Hartwig speak?

Hartwig speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Hartwig have?

Hartwig has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Hartwig has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Hartwig may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Hartwig be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Hartwig would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Partner, Founder of a logistics network, Freelance management consultant and interim manager.

What is Hartwig's latest experience?

Hartwig's most recent position is Managing Partner at Die Logistikmacher GmbH.

What companies has Hartwig worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hartwig has worked for Die Logistikmacher GmbH, Die Logistikmacher – connected2deliver, HMIP – Hartwig Meinen Interim- und Projektmanagement, C.H. Robinson Worldwide GmbH, and Elflein Logistics Europe GmbH.

Which industries is Hartwig most experienced in?

Hartwig is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Automotive, and Education. Hartwig also has some experience in Professional Services.

Which business areas is Hartwig most experienced in?

Hartwig is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Supply Chain Management. Hartwig also has some experience in Logistics, Production/Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Hartwig worked in recently?

Hartwig has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Professional Services, and Automotive.

Which business areas has Hartwig worked in recently?

Hartwig has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Logistics, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Hartwig's education?

Hartwig attended Landshut University of Applied Sciences for Banking, finance, and investment management.

Does Hartwig have any certificates?

Hartwig has 1 certificate: Driver's license classes 1 & 1a.

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