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Martin Schlichenmaier

Process, Project & Interim Manager

Martin Schlichenmaier
Rheinbach, Germany

Experience

Feb 2022 - Present
4 years

Process, Project & Interim Manager

Freelance Work

  • Developing sustainable solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs
  • Supporting companies in restructuring and optimizing their business processes
  • Creating requirements and specifications documents and implementing new structures
  • Leading and coaching employees during change management
  • Strategy development and operational implementation
  • Strategic and operational project management
Sep 2020 - Jan 2022
1 year 5 months
Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler, Germany

Head of Operations

Sprengnetter Property Valuation Finance GmbH

  • Building and leading operational teams (>100 employees) during a dynamic growth phase
  • Managing change processes with a focus on service levels and KPI targets
  • Successful site relocation and implementation of new structures
Mar 2016 - Oct 2019
3 years 8 months
Dettingen unter Teck, Germany

Site Manager & Authorized Signatory; Member of the Extended Executive Management

Swiss Post Solutions

  • Successfully managed a business unit with P&L responsibility for the Dettingen u. Teck production site (approx. €26 million revenue), covering production, service management, planning & logistics with 110 employees
  • Developing and preparing business cases for investment decisions at the board level
  • Developing and implementing reorganization measures (change management)
Jun 2015 - Dec 2015
7 months
Bischofsheim, Germany

Branch Manager

Müller - Die Lila Logistik

  • Designing and implementing operational company objectives after a business transfer
  • Standardizing and improving procedures, workflows and methods
  • Developing and implementing cost optimization measures
Aug 2012 - May 2015
2 years 10 months
Raunheim, Germany

Operations Manager

Simon Hegele GmbH

  • Operational responsibility for a 55,000 sqm multi-user site handling spare parts and distribution logistics for leading international companies in medical technology and mechanical engineering
  • Developing and implementing reorganization projects to increase productivity
  • Successfully relocating a site during ongoing operations without any performance loss
  • Successfully establishing and implementing a KPI system
Sep 2011 - May 2012
9 months
Gernsheim, Germany

Logistics Center Operations Manager

Fristo Getränkemarkt GmbH

  • Ensuring and optimizing day-to-day operations
  • Professional and disciplinary leadership and responsibility for about 30 employees on-site
  • Optimizing warehouse capacity and turnover frequency to reduce costs
Jul 2001 - Aug 2011
10 years 2 months
Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Team Leader for Frankfurt & Stuttgart Branches

Nestlé Waters Direct Deutschland GmbH

  • Responsible for the Frankfurt and Stuttgart branches
  • Responsible for budget and KPIs
  • Planning and assigning tasks to field sales staff for customer acquisition
  • Professional and disciplinary leadership and responsibility for a total of 20 employees
Aug 2000 - Jun 2001
11 months
Backnang, Germany

Civilian Service Worker

Dialysezentrum Backnang

Feb 2000 - Jul 2000
6 months
Murrhardt, Germany

Purchasing Clerk

Nolff Küchen- und Badmöbelhersteller

  • Managing order scheduling and conducting inventories

Summary

Experienced manager with professional experience in the logistics, service and automotive sectors: Process-oriented leadership expert and freelance project manager with solid experience in leading transformation projects, process optimization and building high-performing teams.

Proven success in restructuring and improving business sites, combined with strong results orientation and a hands-on mentality.

Languages

German
Native

Education

Oct 2023 - Present

University of Worcester

Doctor of Business Administration · Business Administration · Worcester, United Kingdom

Sep 2018 - Oct 2020

SGMI Management Institut St. Gallen

Executive Master of Business Administration, Executive Management · Business Administration · St. Gallen, Switzerland · ECTS grade B

Mar 2001 - May 2003

IHK Region Stuttgart, Backnang

Industrial Business Specialist (part-time) · Backnang, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

REFA Work Organizer

REFA - Association for Work Design, Business Organization and Corporate Development e.V.

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Where is Martin based?

Martin is based in Rheinbach, Germany.

What languages does Martin speak?

Martin speaks the following languages: German (Native).

How many years of experience does Martin have?

Martin has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Martin has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Martin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Martin be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Martin would be well-suited for roles such as: Process, Project & Interim Manager, Head of Operations, Site Manager & Authorized Signatory; Member of the Extended Executive Management.

What is Martin's latest experience?

Martin's most recent position is Process, Project & Interim Manager at Freelance Work.

What companies has Martin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Martin has worked for Freelance Work and Sprengnetter Property Valuation Finance GmbH.

Which industries is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage, Professional Services, and Transportation and Logistics. Martin also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Real Estate, and Healthcare.

Which business areas is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Human Resources (HR), and Sales. Martin also has some experience in Logistics, Project Management, and Strategy and Planning.

Which industries has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Real Estate.

Which business areas has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Martin's education?

Martin holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from University of Worcester and a Master in Business Administration from SGMI Management Institut St. Gallen.

Does Martin have any certificates?

Martin has 1 certificate: REFA Work Organizer.

What is the availability of Martin?

Martin will be available full-time from February 2026.

What is the rate of Martin?

Martin's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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