Martin H. - Operations Plant Manager & Site Lead

Birkenwerder, Germany

Experience

Jun 2022 - Present

3 years 7 months

Berlin, Germany

Operations Plant Manager & Site Lead

Fluke Process Instruments GmbH

Manufacturing of electro-mechanical devices

Managed the entire plant, focusing on optimizing daily operations, exceeding customer expectations, and meeting KPIs
Provided direction and leadership to employees and managers at all levels
Reduced costs by eliminating waste and unnecessary labor hours
Enhanced safety through proactive strategies and structured training programs
Directed staff and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output
Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify improvement areas and take corrective actions
Identified and implemented strategies for continuous improvement
Led, trained, and coached plant staff to maintain high productivity and quality levels
Fostered a collaborative environment to motivate and engage staff in achieving company objectives
Researched industry trends and technologies to expand knowledge of industrial production

Aug 2017 - May 2022

4 years 10 months

Berlin, Germany

Senior Director Operations and Director PMO & Continuous Improvement

SOMATEX Medical Technologies GmbH (since 01.2021 a Hologic Inc. company)

Design & manufacturing of a wide range of medical devices

Member of the Board of Directors responsible for supply chain, production, and customer fulfillment; also Head of EMEA Project Management Office & Continuous Improvement
Reengineered the supply chain structure (value stream mapping)
Improved on-time delivery from 68% to 92% by redesigning value streams and optimizing production scheduling to meet customer orders on time
Introduced a second-source strategy for key suppliers, resulting in a 5% annual reduction in material costs
Redesigned supply chain and streamlined processes, enabling revenue growth of approximately 35% in two years from €8.5M (2017) to €11.5M
Drove strategic improvements to boost operational and organizational efficiency
Overhauled operational plans to realign staff and processes with business goals
Managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability
Led cross-functional improvement projects across Hologic Europe

Dec 2012 - Jul 2017

4 years 8 months

Germany

Senior Supply Chain Management Consultant

Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc.

Production of immunohematology and life science products

Managed diverse supply chain and logistics projects, including warehouse implementations, process restructuring, and material management reengineering
Led improvement projects sponsored by VP Production and VP SCM Europe
Set up a 12,000 m² warehouse in Frankfurt for approximately 15,000 items; planned budget €10M, used €8.5M—saving €1.5M
Reengineered Munich warehouse by introducing 2D/3D scanning in picking and packing, doubling efficiency and avoiding €100,000 in annual costs
Successfully implemented SAP R/3 MM/WM
Conducted thorough operations reviews to devise and deploy improvement strategies
Recommended operational improvements based on data tracking and analysis
Evaluated organizational systems to identify workflow, communication, and resource utilization issues

Jul 2012 - Nov 2012

5 months

Berlin, Germany

Plant Manager

OTB GmbH & Co. KG

Production of orthopedic and medical products

Organized and managed production, supply chain, and logistics operations
Led multiple projects sponsored by the CEO of OTB Holding
Centralized supply chain and production activities, generating savings of at least €450K and enabling structured material management
Automated and reorganized customer equipment cleaning, saving approximately €50K per year
Outsourced transportation logistics, achieving 35% annual savings of €200K
Directed staff and programs to maximize team productivity and facility output
Planned and managed plant operations to optimize daily functions, exceed customer expectations, and meet KPIs
Provided leadership and guidance to employees and managers at all levels
Led, trained, and coached staff to maintain high productivity and quality

Oct 2007 - Jun 2012

4 years 9 months

Berlin, Germany

Manager Manufacturing Logistics

Motorola Inc.

Production of TETRA radio transmission systems

Organized and managed purchasing and logistics activities, personnel, and process improvements to ensure top logistics performance
Led a Black Belt project that increased on-time delivery from 75% to 90% for TETRA base stations, saving €500K by redesigning the production scheduling process in Oracle
Managed about 20 DMAIC Green Belt projects, each saving on average €50K, totaling over €1M; provided coaching and mentoring
Implemented event-driven cost reductions, saving €600K, including transferring specific production steps to companies employing disabled workers as part of Motorola’s integration program
Oversaw production line transfer to Israel
Monitored daily activities and mentored team members to maximize performance
Managed budgets and resource allocation to boost productivity and profitability
Reduced waste and pursued revenue strategies to align with sales and profit targets

Aug 2005 - Jan 2012

6 years 6 months

Bocholt, Germany

Head of Purchasing Logistics

Siemens AG - Communications

Production of cordless devices, home media & data products

Organized and managed purchasing and logistics for ODM & EMS materials, coordinated local production planning & global material disposition, and managed EMEA broadband order fulfillment
Led personnel management, process improvements, process controlling, and multiple SCM projects
Implemented policies to cut costs and eliminate waste
Monitored vendor performance to ensure quality compliance
Tracked contract metrics and reported issues to stakeholders
Identified ways to reduce lead times and improve inventory management
Developed metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings
Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure the best value

Jan 2004 - Feb 2005

1 year 2 months

Berlin, Germany

MRP Controller

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd. & Co. KG

Production of airplane turbines

Main duties: MRP, critical parts management, performance reviews, project management, KPIs
Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans for demand changes
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production with customer requirements
Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines
Used analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions
Planned schedules considering employee rates, company needs, and seasonal changes

Aug 2002 - Dec 2003

1 year 5 months

Berlin, Germany

PhD Candidate

Freie Universität Berlin

Doctoral studies at FU Berlin (not completed)

Jan 1999 - Jul 2002

3 years 7 months

Brazil

Operations Manager

DiaMed Latino America S.A.

Production of pharmaceutical diagnostics & instruments

Managed material management, production planning, and customer fulfillment
Led hiring, onboarding, and training of new staff to meet business needs
Oversaw inventory and supply chain operations for timely, accurate deliveries
Supervised operations staff and ensured compliance with company policies
Analyzed and reported key performance metrics to senior management
Negotiated contracts with vendors for best pricing and terms
Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture, and business strategy

Apr 1995 - Oct 1998

3 years 7 months

Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Auditor

Mannesmann S.A. (Mannesmann Auditing Ltd.)

Conducted auditing projects in material management and finance departments, prepared reports, implemented systems, and elaborated SOPs
Identified control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems through in-depth assessment and suggested improvements
Followed established audit processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements
Reviewed documents and observations to support audit findings
Prepared working papers, reports, and supporting documentation for audits

Nov 1993 - Mar 1995

1 year 5 months

Contagem, Brazil

Export Manager

FiatAllis Latino Americana S.A. (CNH Group)

Production of tractors and agricultural machinery

Handled L/C analysis, international trade, customs, customer service, and export documentation
Prepared import, export, and supplier forms for customs
Managed company import permits and export license processes
Built relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and customers
Obtained necessary import and export licenses and permits