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Kathrin Van Echten
Strategic Projects Manager
Experience
Aug 2020 - Jan 2022
1 year 6 monthsMunich, Germany
Strategic Projects Manager
WMF a Groupe SEB Company
- Referent to the President Consumer DACH; project lead across international teams
- Leading two key strategy 2025 projects in product & pricing
- Leadership for more than 30 people involved in a matrix organization
Apr 2020 - Apr 2024
4 years 1 monthMunich, Germany
Co-founder & Managing Director
IVVI Company GmbH
- Creation of the brand IVVI company
- Development and distribution of CBD cosmetics products for mental- and body well-being
- Leading a team of up to 9 people
Jun 2019 - Jul 2020
1 year 2 monthsMunich, Germany
Transformation & Innovation Manager
WMF a Groupe SEB Company
- Right hand to the B2C Sales Vice President for transformational projects
- Led a key sales project with P&L responsibility (~1.2–2.5 mn €)
- Owned a 15 mn € revenue category including volume planning, product selection and pricing in DACH
- Drove a high-impact people strategy with a new concept for the workforce system
Jan 2016 - May 2019
3 years 5 monthsMunich, Germany
Senior Consultant
Kearney GmbH (A.T. Kearney)
- Work stream lead in 10+ projects
- Business transformation
- Growth strategies
- Performance improvement
- Restructuring
Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
1 year 2 monthsGap Year
Gap Year
- Adidas (5 months)
- Horváth & Partners (4 months)
- Knorr-Bremse Brazil (4 months)
Sep 2005 - Sep 2008
3 years 1 monthNuremberg, Germany
Trainee & Sales Professional
Faber-Castell AG
- B2B sales account management including individual offerings and pricing
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (6.5 years), Professional Services (4.5 years), Cosmetics (4 years), Automotive (1 year), Fashion (1 year), and Retail (1 year).
Manufacturing
Professional Services
Cosmetics
Automotive
Fashion
Retail
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Strategy (7 years), Marketing (5 years), Product Development (4 years), Supply Chain Management (4 years), Sales (4 years), and Operations (3.5 years).
Strategy
Marketing
Product Development
Supply Chain Management
Sales
Operations
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Expert In Excel, Ppt, Word)
- Canva
- Former Competitive Gymnast. (Incl. The 2nd Champion In Bavaria) Today: Pilates And Skiing
- Aesthetics In Life, Health Topics; Wealth Management
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedEducation
Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
University of St. Andrews
Master of Science, Management and Information Technology · Management and Information Technology · St Andrews, United Kingdom · 1,3 Top 5%
Sep 2012 - Jul 2013
Copenhagen Business School
International Business · Copenhagen, Denmark · 1,4
Oct 2010 - Sep 2013
Friedrich-Alexander University
Bachelor of Arts, International Business Studies · International Business Studies · Nuremberg, Germany · 1,7
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Where is Kathrin based?
Kathrin is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
What languages does Kathrin speak?
Kathrin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Kathrin have?
Kathrin has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Kathrin has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Kathrin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Kathrin be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Kathrin would be well-suited for roles such as: Strategic Projects Manager, Co-founder & Managing Director, Transformation & Innovation Manager.
What is Kathrin's latest experience?
Kathrin's most recent position is Strategic Projects Manager at WMF a Groupe SEB Company.
What companies has Kathrin worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Kathrin has worked for WMF a Groupe SEB Company and IVVI Company GmbH.
Which industries is Kathrin most experienced in?
Kathrin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Beauty and Cosmetics. Kathrin also has some experience in Automotive, Fashion and Apparel, and Retail.
Which business areas is Kathrin most experienced in?
Kathrin is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Marketing, and Sales. Kathrin also has some experience in Product Development, Supply Chain Management, and Operations.
Which industries has Kathrin worked in recently?
Kathrin has recently worked in industries like Beauty and Cosmetics and Manufacturing.
Which business areas has Kathrin worked in recently?
Kathrin has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management.
What is Kathrin's education?
Kathrin holds a Master in Management and Information Technology from University of St. Andrews and a Bachelor in International Business Studies from Friedrich-Alexander University.
What is the availability of Kathrin?
Kathrin is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Kathrin?
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