Joachim Hartrumpf - Chief Operating Officer

Brackenheim, Germany

Experience

Sep 2020 - Jan 2025

4 years 5 months

Chief Operating Officer

Kleiner GmbH

Full responsibility for operational management
Supported the owner in realigning the company
Transformation in the stamping mold sector
Developed and implemented the 2030 strategy
Developed new business areas and initiated go-to-market strategies (press appearances, social media campaigns, mailings)
Secured strategic partners for new business areas (including mergers and due diligence)
Realigned production and implemented a new production management
Restructured and realigned HR, procurement and logistics
Implemented key account management and set up sales controlling using SAP and TopFlow
Clarified controlling tasks and established company reporting
Implemented production controlling
Defined a transformation strategy for the company
Conducted due diligence checks as part of M&A
Integrated Boes GmbH and supported the entire acquisition process
Implemented Six Sigma methodologies

Mar 2020 - May 2020

3 months

Interim SAP/BI Controller

Hofmann Menü-Manufaktur GmbH

SAP and Business Intelligence controlling
Supported the implementation and use of BI tools
Optimized financial and process metrics

Mar 2019 - Feb 2020

1 year

Interim Controller for Controlling Department Reorganization

Kleiner GmbH

Reorganized the controlling department of a stamping technology company
Trained junior controllers
Assisted the shareholder during share sale
Established corporate planning

Dec 2018 - Feb 2019

3 months

Interim Project Controller

Hydro Buildings Systems Germany GmbH

Project controlling for aluminum systems in facade construction
Supported integration of TM1/Hyperion into the corporate structure of Hydro Norway

May 2018 - Sep 2018

5 months

Mannheim, Germany

Interim Overhead Cost Controller

HAYS AG Mannheim

Introduced overhead cost controlling for the DACH region
Optimized the cash and working capital process
Conducted controlling training for twelve controllers
Revised overhead cost controlling and budget planning for European offices

Feb 2017 - Mar 2018

1 year 2 months

Interim BI Controller

Bosch Mahle Turbosystems GmbH & Co. KG

Restructuring management reporting
Implementation of a business intelligence solution
Preparation and provision of data and metrics for M&A advisors
Coordination with M&A advisors during the merger process

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

2 years

Interim Finance & Controlling Restructuring

SIHN GmbH

Restructuring finance and controlling processes
Ensuring liquidity (overdue payments, social security contributions, wages and salaries)
Monthly reporting to stakeholders
Accounts receivable and payable management
Business planning and collaboration with works councils

Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

2 years

Germany

Interim Plant Controller

Hohenloher Spezialmöbelwerk Schaffitzel GmbH & Co. KG

Setting up plant controlling
Strategic alignment and optimization of the market division
Ensuring and optimizing controlling after insolvency
Cost estimation for new products
Collaboration with works councils

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Ilsfeld, Germany

Interim Automotive Sales

Portolan Commerce Solutions GmbH

Realignment of sales in the automotive sector
Key account management for financial software (financial and asset accounting, controlling)
Initiation of strategic partnerships with PSi

Jan 2012 - Dec 2014

3 years

St. Gallen, Switzerland

Interim Controller - Establishing Finance and Controlling Department

Axxiome GmbH

Setting up a finance and controlling department for 13 companies worldwide
Creating and implementing a billing model for consultants and management
Supporting the shared service center in Wroclaw, Poland
Establishing finance and controlling structures for all sites
Developing monthly reporting for management

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

2 years

Freelance Key Account Manager & Project Planning Tool Developer

Axxiome AG

Set up project framework for business consulting and methodologies
Developed and maintained the ABM project planning tool
Supported the implementation of the SAP tool

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Besigheim, Germany

Head of Production Controlling

Richard Fritz GmbH & Co. KG

Management responsibility for three controlling managers at European plants (Hungary, Slovakia, Germany)
Developed, introduced and maintained controlling instruments
Designed and implemented unified tracking tools
Defined measures to optimize results at the four European sites
Optimized site operations in production controlling
Point of contact for investors and auditors
Prepared the business case for the spare parts company (glass overmolding)
Optimized production at the Aurach plant (BMW 5 Series rear window) and Besigheim plant (Porsche trim)
Reported to the stakeholder Quadriga Capital

Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

4 years

Ilsfeld, Germany

Senior Controller

Fastner GmbH

Developed and expanded the controlling concept
Established the reporting system (MER, budgeting)
Point of contact for business-related questions and support for the commercial manager
Responsible for quality management, continuous improvement process (CIP) and risk management
Contact for banks and auditors (inventory)
Introduced a certified management system according to ISO
Implemented projects using Six Sigma methodology
Supported and prepared the restructuring report

Jan 2003 - Jun 2006

3 years 6 months

Heilbronn, Germany

Head of Controlling

Wolffkran GmbH

Personnel responsibility for two staff members
Conducted price and rental rate calculations
Corporate planning for nine branches and support for headquarters and the Swiss subsidiary
Coordinated planning with the MAN corporate headquarters
Developed and set up risk management according to KonTraG and conducted risk analyses
Led the advertising department and marketing activities (trade press, bauma)
Implemented the new sales strategy from manufacturer to rental provider
Established the new customer service structure including process documentation and staff training
Responsible for the due diligence process with the financial investor M2capital
Collaborated with the works council committees

Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

3 years

Heilbronn, Germany

Overhead Cost Controller

Wolffkran GmbH

Implemented and managed overhead cost controlling
Analyzed and controlled cost centers
Prepared budget and forecast planning
Collaborated with the commercial manager and external service providers

Jan 1987 - Dec 2000

14 years

Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

Plant Controller, Bietigheim Pump Plant

ZF Lenksysteme GmbH

Implementation of cost and profit planning and optimization discussions
Responsibility for site controlling and coordination with division and corporate controlling
Participation in ZF Executive Board meetings
Establishment of the first plant controlling function at the Bietigheim plant
Leading special projects (TQM, group work, millennium)
Collaboration on international projects (CVT transmissions, site relocations Canada, USA, China)
Implementation of continuous improvement processes

Summary

End-to-end process understanding in an industrial services environment
Deep insight into production logistics, internal material flows, supply chain management and after-sales processes through various restructuring and transformation projects (e.g., at BMTS, Hydro, Richard Fritz, Weber Packaging).
Analysis and optimization of complex process chains from customer inquiry through production planning to delivery.
Example: Identified and fixed process breaks in supply chain management at BMTS (automotive supplier) → improved delivery capability and reduced lead times.
Management and optimization of interfaces (internal/external)
Experience coordinating between production, procurement, planning, warehousing, transport providers and customers – often in restructured environments or under time pressure.
Implemented key performance indicators and early warning systems to control inventory, delivery dates and logistics costs.
Example: Improved service provider management at Hohenloher Spezialmöbel (educational infrastructure) → more efficient assembly and delivery processes through targeted management tools.
Experience in service provider management and SLA/cost control
Responsible for projects involving external service providers, e.g., facility services, IT providers, logistics partners.
Introduced and tracked service level agreements (SLAs) and performance-based compensation systems to ensure quality and efficiency.
Example: Realigned service contracts at Portolan as part of the ERP transformation.
Process and system know-how (SAP, ERP, controlling) for service processes
Solid knowledge of SAP-based logistics and controlling processes (SD, MM, CO), especially in transaction-related control of service delivery, billing and controlling.
Built integrated planning and control tools for service areas, e.g., production-related services, technical services or assembly.
Operational responsibility in transformation projects
Led teams in implementation-focused projects with a strong service component (e.g., in retrofits, series launches, facility transfers, production expansions).
Example: Site restructuring at SIHN → combination of operational service coordination, logistics planning and production-focused restructuring.
Example: Led Green Belt projects (Six Sigma) at Richard Fritz & Fastner.
Implemented lean training programs (ZF Lenksysteme).
Introduced and managed EFQM projects as part of TQM initiatives.
Facilitated and conducted methodology training sessions.
Training programs for technical and administrative staff.
Implemented strategic leadership concepts ("Leadership 2000").
Participated in industry conferences on work time models and work formats.

Skills

Keywords

Controlling
Shared Services
Production
Process Management
Continuous Improvement
Six Sigma
Sales
Marketing
Project Management
Corporate Planning
Reporting
Erp And Bi Tools
Communication
Due Diligence
Personnel Information Systems
Human Resources
Leadership Skills
Labor Law
Esg Rating
M&a
Corporate Group
Medium-sized Enterprises
Mechanical Engineering
Automotive Supplier
Consulting
Service Industry
Special Furniture Industry
Trade
Metal Forming Technology
Food Industry

It Skills

Ms Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Access, Visio (Expert)
Erp Systems: Sap Fi/co (Good)
Erp Systems: Abas Fi/co (Good)
Erp Systems: Baan Fi/co (Good)
Erp Systems: Ms Dynamics Fi/co (Good)
Erp Systems: Proalpha Fi/co (Basic Knowledge)
Bi Belladati (Expert)
Bi Cubeware (Expert)
Bi Qlik (Basic Knowledge)
Bi Ms Power Bi (Basic Knowledge)
Lotus Notes (Basic Knowledge)
Minitab (Good)
I-grafix (Good)
Semtalk (Good)
Hyperion Hfm/tm1 (Good)
Sql (Basic Knowledge)

Other Skills

Project Manager Training At Ta Schwäbisch Gmünd
Project Manager According To Din 69900/69901

Accounting Knowledge

Hgb: Monthly, Quarterly And Annual Financial Statements
Ifrs: Monthly, Quarterly And Annual Financial Statements
Inventory Valuations
Provisions
Plausibility Checks Of Calculations
Collaboration With Audit Firms (Kpmg, Bdo, Regional Firms)
Contact Person For Financiers (Banks, Investors)
Consolidation According To Group Policies (Man Ag, Wolffkran Gmbh, Axxiome Ag, Hohenloher Gmbh & Co. Kg)

Project Focus

Leadership Of Various Special Projects
Tqm (Total Quality Management – Ford Ag)
Introduction Of Team And Group Work
Millennium Change
Six Sigma Trainer (Green Belt)
Plant Relocations
Shared Service Centers For Finance & Controlling
Production Units Abroad (Automotive)
Development And Implementation Of Production Controlling (National And International)
Small And Large Series Production
Strategy Projects
International Sales Strategy ("From Manufacturer To Lessor") (Incl. Marketing Strategy)
Project Controlling (Consulting, Automotive)
M&a Projects (M2capital, Quadriga Capital, Fountainvest, Bosch)
Inventory Optimization Projects (Warehouses, Wip, Raw Materials)
Plant And Machinery Engineering
Small And Large Series Production (Optimization)
Process Improvement Of Production Plants (Oee)
Value Stream Analysis In Production Companies (Mechanical Engineering)
Production Flow In Injection Molding And Cleanroom Manufacturing
Workflow Management In Administrative Functions
Optimization Of Shared Service Processes
Optimization Of Accounting Processes
Relaunch Of Oversized Reporting Tools
Optimization Of Pep (Product Development Process)