Michael (Dr) U.

Interim Manager

Trochtelfingen, Germany

Experience

Jan 2020 - Present
5 years 9 months
Trochtelfingen, Germany

Interim Manager

MCU Marketing Consulting Uhland

  • Implementation of various modules into existing vehicle structures, DAG
  • Adaptation of components for different vehicles, DBK
  • Integration of various IT systems into the vehicle, Porsche Cetitec
  • Supplier evaluation and selection, DAG
  • International sales in plant engineering, Manz AG
  • International sales of heating systems, DBK
Jan 2014 - Dec 2019
6 years

Head of Sales and Project Planning

Otto Klumpp GmbH

  • Active market development and winning new customers in target markets for plastics technology
  • Establishment of company reporting and tracking actual vs. target figures
  • Strategic realignment of the company from a small-batch manufacturer to a specialty niche provider
Jan 2010 - Dec 2014
5 years

Project and Team Leader

J. Eberspächer GmbH

  • Management of exhaust systems for Daimler commercial vehicles in Brazil, India, China, and main markets in Europe
  • Sales and revenue planning for the Audi customer
  • Development of sales strategies in an international context based on local market conditions
  • Establishment of interfaces between sales, project management, and controlling
Jan 2003 - Dec 2010
8 years

Head of Total Sales

Eugen Forschner GmbH

  • Development of the sales strategy for all business areas
  • Management of key account customers
  • Increased revenue from €32 million to €65 million in 5 years
Jan 2000 - Dec 2003
4 years

Key Account Manager

Grammer Automotive

  • Expansion of interior components for customers Daimler, Chrysler, and Bentley
Jan 1997 - Dec 2000
4 years

Key Account Manager and Managing Director

Dunlop Metalastik

  • Powertrain key account management in elastomer technology
  • Planning and engineering of new products for rail vehicles and commercial vehicles
  • Relocation of product lines to new sites
  • Preparation of market analyses for all product areas
  • Implementation of a new ERP system
Jan 1994 - Dec 1997
4 years

Sales Engineer

Lincoln Electric

  • Technical consulting on welding consumables worldwide
  • Planning welding systems worldwide in collaboration with the US head office
Jan 1993 - Dec 1994
2 years

Inside Sales

Plastro Mayer

Jan 1984 - Dec 1987
4 years

Machinist

Schwörer Haus

Summary

I have a strong background in sales, project management, and international business. My career spans more than 25 years, during which I have led projects in automotive, defense, engineering, and technology sectors. I have implemented new systems, developed strategic initiatives, and driven revenue growth while adapting to diverse market demands.

My expertise lies in integrating IT solutions into vehicle structures, managing complex international sales, and steering company transformations. I combine a robust technical foundation with business acumen from advanced degrees in economics and engineering to deliver tangible results and create sustainable value.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
Italian
Elementary

Education

Oct 2014 - Jun 2020

University of St. Gallen

PhD · Economics

Oct 1995 - Jun 1998
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MBA · International Business

Oct 1994 - Jun 1995
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Welding and Materials Engineering

...and 2 more

Certifications & licenses

MBA in International Business

Welding and Materials Engineer

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