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Michael Wirachowski

Freelance Consultant / Interim Manager

Michael Wirachowski
Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Present
1 year 3 months
Germany

Freelance Consultant / Interim Manager

Freelance

  • Stabilizing organizations during growth and transition phases
  • Scalable operational and staffing models to sustainably relieve leadership teams
  • Interim responsibility in critical situations (operations, process design, workforce)
  • Workshops & SOP frameworks to measurably boost decision-making and team performance
Mar 2021 - Nov 2024
3 years 9 months
Germany

Area Operations Manager

Amazon Logistics

  • Full site responsibility for up to 600 employees, including KPI control and accountability for results
  • Significantly increased productivity and quality through data-driven process optimization
  • Built leadership structures, including training and promotion of numerous team leads and managers
  • Implemented cross-functional projects, introduced new standards & improved operational stability
Jul 2020 - Feb 2021
8 months
Emsbüren, Germany

Launch Manager / Delivery Station Manager

Amazon Logistics

  • Set up and led a new site, including multi-department coordination and process establishment
  • Ensured operational readiness from day one, including quality, safety and team structures
  • Responsible for one of the first electric fleet rollouts, under regional media attention
Aug 2019 - Jun 2020
11 months
Hamburg, Germany

Operations Shift Manager

Amazon Logistics

  • Managed morning and night shifts incl. personnel leadership and process stability
  • Responsible for sorting and system processes with a focus on safety, quality and throughput
  • Developed talent leading to multiple promotions into operational management
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
1 year
Germany

Treasurer (student representative)

Association of German Industrial Engineers

  • Financial management for over 3,000 student members
  • Organized board meetings and university events

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Transportation (5.5 years), Professional Services (1 year), and Education (1 year).

Transportation
Professional Services
Education

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Operations (7.5 years), Supply Chain Management (3.5 years), Human Resources (2 years), Finance (1 year), Project Management (0.5 years), and Quality Assurance (0.5 years).

Operations
Supply Chain Management
Human Resources
Finance
Project Management
Quality Assurance

Summary

As an ex-Amazon manager with several years of leadership experience and a degree in industrial engineering, I temporarily take on responsibility in international logistics structures. I help companies set up their operational logistics and operations structures so they work reliably even under pressure. The result? Efficient operational and staff processes as the foundation for scalable growth.

Skills

  • Logistics Management

  • End-to-end Process Optimization

  • Kpi Control & Performance Management

  • Lean Management / Kaizen

  • Sop Setup & Process Documentation

  • Workforce Management

  • Quality Management

  • Supply Chain Logistics / Last-mile / Fulfillment

  • Erp Systems (Odoo / Process Design / Implementation)

  • E-commerce / Logistics / Fulfillment

  • Operations Management (Amazon & Smes)

  • Startup Environment & Process Setup

  • B2b Product Environment (Gelatopack / Odoo Integration)

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
Russian
Elementary

Education

Industrial Engineering

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Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Berlin, Germany.

What languages does Michael speak?

Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), Russian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Michael be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Consultant / Interim Manager, Area Operations Manager, Launch Manager / Delivery Station Manager.

What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is Freelance Consultant / Interim Manager at Freelance.

What companies has Michael worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Michael has worked for Freelance and Amazon Logistics.

Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Professional Services, and Education.

Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Human Resources (HR). Michael also has some experience in Finance, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Human Resources (HR).

What is Michael's education?

Michael holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering.

What is the availability of Michael?

Michael is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Michael?

Michael'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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