Michael S.
Program Management & Logistics Improvements
Experience
May 2023 - Nov 2023
7 monthsAllendorf, Germany
Program Management & Logistics Improvements
Climate Solutions
- Implemented and led successful project portfolio management for a major climate solutions firm with 30+ projects.
- Performed functional analysis, driving process improvements.
- Enhanced logistics processes, boosting efficiency in central distribution center.
Apr 2023 - Present
2 years 5 monthsDüsseldorf, Germany
Freelance Consultant & Lecturer, Strategy, Supply Chain, Digitalization & Project Management
Self-employed
- Implemented and led successful portfolio management for multiple companies, overseeing 30+ projects
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive strategy and internal processes for a newly founded cybersecurity agency
- Designed AI use cases for a cybersecurity agency
- Lecturer for Supply Chain Management and Quality, Risk & Sustainability at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
Nov 2022 - Mar 2023
5 monthsMunich, Germany
Analysis and Optimization of the Order Execution Process
Commercial vehicles OEM
- Identifying inefficiencies and potential for improvement along the order execution process
- Match requirements to IT landscape and derive
- Develop measures to improve OTD and reduce throughput time
- Realize quick-wins and regulatory requirements
Aug 2022 - Nov 2022
4 monthsHouston, United States
Global Logistics Optimization
Oxo Chemicals
- Analysis of the global logistics operation & organization
- Defined optimization potentials and measures to achieve €3 million in savings
- Proposal of new organizational structure including suitable KPIs to measure organizational performance
- Business case calculation and definition of measures for a future-ready logistics operation
May 2022 - Jun 2022
2 monthsVisp, Switzerland
Optimization of production planning process
Speciality Chemicals
- Developed to-be planning processes
- Definition of structured planning cycles to minimize production down-times
- Proposal of organizational structure and KPIs to measure process performance
- Implementation plan
Oct 2021 - Apr 2022
7 monthsGraz, Austria
Turn Around - Analysis and Optimization of the Order Execution Process
Special vehicle construction
- Recording and analysis of the order execution process
- Identifying inefficiencies and potential for improvement
- Strategy development
- Business case calculation and definition of measures
Jul 2021 - Sep 2021
3 monthsDigitalization concept for metal purchasing
Metal processing
- Process recording and analysis for metal purchasing
- Identifying inefficiencies and potential for improvement
- Derive IT requirements
- Proposal of suitable IT tools (SAP vs. best-of-breed)
- Definition of implementation priority
Apr 2021 - Mar 2023
2 yearsDüsseldorf, Germany
Founder
kbs-shop.com
- Founded an innovative online shop specializing in alternative building blocks
- Demonstrated management skills in daily operations, including inventory management, customer service, and supplier relations
- Successful exit/sale in 2023
Feb 2021 - Mar 2023
2 years 2 monthsMunich, Germany
Consultant & Manager - Supply Chain, Logistics, Retail & Consumer Goods
ConMoto Consulting Group
- Successfully led multiple project teams as a project manager, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and achievement of project goals
- Coordinated sales activities to win new customers and projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Optimized end-to-end order processing in various industries
- Developed digitalization, inbound and outbound logistics strategies for established companies and start-ups
Feb 2021 - Apr 2022
1 year 3 monthsDüsseldorf, Germany
Rapid improvement in delivery time and sustainable development of the supply chain.
Start-Up Retail / Furniture
- Analysis of the critical supply situation
- Definition of ad hoc measures
- Establishment of KPI tracking
- Definition and development of a uniform nomenclature and BoM
- Establish a rolling forecast for all suppliers
- Development of a supply chain strategy
- Create and execute a tender for a fulfilment partner (3PL)
- Go-live planning and support
Aug 2020 - Dec 2020
5 monthsPlanning, preparation and support of the Europe-wide roll-out of 4PL services.
FMCG
- Roll-out planning and progress tracking
- Development of tools for efficient data preparation
- Increase network transparency for deeper network analysis
- Identify ~€1m savings through process changes and network adjustments.
- Data preparation and validation
Aug 2019 - Jul 2020
1 yearMunich, Germany
Elaboration of an optimal network structure, optimization of general cargo volume flows in a complex network structure and
Agricultural trade
- Network analysis and development of a new network strategy/structure
- Capacity analysis and scenario calculation
- Preparation and support of the roll-out for the pilot region
- Development and presentation of warehouse layouts in visTable
- Excel tools development
- Data preparation and validation
Jul 2019 - Jan 2021
1 year 7 monthsBerlin, Germany
Consultant - Supply Chain and Logistics
4flow AG
- Strategic network planning, analysis and optimization for clients across various industries
- Planning and implementation of the Europe-wide roll-out of 4PL services
- Achieving additional transparency in the supply chain by using Kinaxis or 4flow Vista
Aug 2016 - Oct 2016
3 monthsStuttgart, Germany
Internship - Business IT Consulting
Senacor Technologies AG
Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
11 monthsMunich, Germany
Internship & Working Student - Automotive and Supply Chain Strategy
Kienbaum Management Consultants
- Organization and content development of several seminars on purchasing & negotiation as part of a cost reduction project
- Design and execution of the Kienbaum Connected Car Study 2016
Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
6 monthsIngolstadt, Germany
Internship - International Mobility Strategy
AUDI AG
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedLatin
AdvancedFrench
ElementaryEducation
Oct 2016 - Feb 2019
Technical University of Munich
Management & Technology, Operations & Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, Logistics, Computer Science & Management · Management & Technology · Munich, Germany · 1.5
Oct 2012 - Sep 2016
Technical University of Munich
Management & Technology, Operations & Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, SCM & Project Management · Management & Technology · Munich, Germany · 2.1
Sep 2002 - Jul 2011
St. Sebastian Stegen College
German Abitur (High School Diploma) · Stegen, Germany · 1.6
Certifications & licenses
Certified RapidResponse Author Level 1
Kinaxis
RapidResponse Contributor Level 1
Kinaxis
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