Philipp Loll - Project Management Office (PMO) Sales and Product Management

Q: Where is Philipp based?

Philipp is based in Grimma, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Philipp speak?

Philipp speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Philipp have?

Philipp has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Philipp has worked in at least 20 different roles and for 19 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months . Note that Philipp may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Philipp's latest experience?

Philipp's most recent position is Project Management Office (PMO) Sales and Product Management at Yageo Nexensos GmbH .

Q: What companies has Philipp worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Philipp has worked for Yageo Nexensos GmbH , dm-drogerie markt GmbH & Co. KG , GFT Logistic GmbH , Mietra e.K. , and Char-Broil LLC .

Q: Which industries is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Retail . Philipp also has some experience in Transportation and Logistics , Biotechnology , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in business areas like Logistics , Supply Chain Management , and Project Management . Philipp also has some experience in Procurement and Purchasing , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Production/Manufacturing .

Q: Which industries has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Biotechnology .

Q: Which business areas has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Supply Chain Management , and Logistics .

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Grimma, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

2 years

Kleinostheim, Germany

Project Management Office (PMO) Sales and Product Management

Yageo Nexensos GmbH

Project management in the sales and product management department
Supporting the reorganization of the department's global structure
Sub-project management for integrating logistics processes into the corporate logistics network with sites in Czech Republic, USA, and Hong Kong
Sub-project management for implementing a new tool and an input and validation process for the sales and production forecast

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

1 year

Karlsruhe, Germany

Project Manager Logistics Network Management

dm-drogerie markt GmbH & Co. KG

Logistics network management for Germany
Analyzing future needs and deriving recommendations for action
Creating analyses with large data sets (data warehouse) and preparing results for management presentations and decisions

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024

2 years

Möckmühl, Germany

Interim Dispatch Manager

GFT Logistic GmbH

Supporting the branch manager in building the dispatch team (hiring new staff, further training of existing staff)
Introducing and training standardized processes and using existing software tools (e.g., Opheo)
Assisting in improving pallet management
Project member in the development and optimization of software tools
Supporting new customer acquisition
Reporting to the management in Möckmühl

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024

2 years

Bad Lausick, Germany

Interim Head of Purchasing and Logistics

Mietra e.K.

Responsible for leading the purchasing, production, warehouse, logistics planning, and assembly departments with 15 employees
Analyzing all internal department processes and systematically implementing measures to further professionalize the department
Analyzing cross-department interfaces and jointly optimizing processes with other department heads
Standardizing and documenting all process changes in line with quality management
Responsible for the development of the in-house ERP system across all business processes
Setting up the department and conducting new hires

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

Columbus, United States

Interim Supply Planning Manager, North America

Char-Broil LLC

Follow-up project from the role at Char-Broil Europe
Tasks identical to those in Hamburg (Supply Planning Manager and subject matter expert for the SAP S/4HANA implementation)
Additional management of 2 employees (operational buyers) in the US
Training and onboarding staff on using SAP and IBP for processing supplier orders and monitoring inventory
Creating reports (stock, shortages, etc.)
Performing the role remotely with occasional trips to the Hamburg site

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

2 years

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Supply Planning Manager, Europe

Char-Broil Europe GmbH

Responsible for operational purchasing and planning material supply for the European market, as well as inventory management of warehouses in Asia and Europe
Conducted demand analyses with sales and demand management to plan production capacities of manufacturers in Asia and Europe, and closely coordinated with order management to react quickly to customer requests
Strategically planned seasonal business with suppliers and executed operational needs through orders and transfers between European warehouse locations
Acted as deputy head of demand management
Simulated and planned using SAP IBP
Project team member and subject-matter expert (PTP, Supply Planning, AATP) for the implementation of SAP S/4HANA, using Jira and Confluence

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Leipzig, Germany

Interim Supply Chain Manager

ASBIT Service und Produkte

Responsible for purchasing, logistics, transport purchasing and scheduling, customer service, and order processing departments with 7 employees
In charge of national and international logistics sites and transport processes from manufacturers to customers and warehouses
Optimized pallet account management
Acted as key account manager for international (English-speaking) customers
Took on responsibility as quality management representative and led the project for recertification under DIN ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

3 years

Langenselbold, Germany

(Interim) Supply Chain Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Karlsruhe: Responsible for purchasing (approx. €16M volume per year), logistics, and order management (approx. €35M revenue per year); main contact for customers on demand calculation (S&OP process), order management, and escalation management (semiconductor industry); co-site manager with the head of production (40 employees)
Langenselbold: In charge of material planning and operational purchasing (approx. €80M volume per year) with 4 employees; deputy to the supply chain manager (purchasing, logistics, production planning) for 30 employees
Initially as a freelancer, later as a permanent employee during COVID-19

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

2 years

Jena, Germany

Program Manager Strategic Program Management, Organizational Development

Carl Zeiss AG

Led strategic projects focused on organizational development for the entire division (Corporate Logistics, Facility Management, indirect material purchasing, supplier quality management, and other services, approx. 350 employees)
Responsible for restructuring the Corporate Logistics department
Developed a leadership development program and ran quarterly top management workshops
Prepared board presentations and decisions

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

Jena, Germany

Project Management Office (PMO) Taskforce Shipping and Site Logistics Jena

Carl Zeiss AG

Headed the project management office of a taskforce to ensure timely shipment delivery in cooperation with internal customers and external transport providers
Managed communication between business unit directors, international sales sites, external warehouse and transport providers, and internal controlling

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

2 years

Oberkochen, Germany

Project Management Office (PMO) Design and implementation of a national fire protection organization

Carl Zeiss AG

Led the Project Management Office to implement a national fire protection organization and contributed to developing a global Health, Safety & Environment structure
Developed a catalog of measures to continuously ensure and improve fire protection effectiveness across all national sites, with a board-approved budget of 30 million euros

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

2 years

Heilbronn, Germany

Interim Supply Chain Manager

Amphenol-Tuchel Electronics GmbH

Led the logistics department, as well as production planning and operational procurement (15 employees)
Optimized processes, including updating the entire process documentation landscape
Conducted a tender for transport services
Supervised a bachelor's thesis on implementing SAP WM at a plant in Tunisia

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

2 years

Paderborn, Germany

Business Analyst, Subproject Manager

Benteler Automobiltechnik GmbH

Analyzed existing processes and created a concept for an efficient, transparent, error-free, and cost-saving supply chain
Defined and documented the technical prerequisites and introduced a cloud-based communication tool with an external IT service provider
Responsible for full project management and budget management (approx. 500k euros)

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Böblingen, Germany

Project Team Member, Project Management Taskforce Wiring Harness MFA2

EDAG Engineering GmbH

Built a project software tool to provide transparency on the development status of individual wiring harnesses for over 250 prototypes and reported to the end customer (Daimler AG)
Facilitated meetings of individual development teams for efficient collaboration and milestone transparency

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Hückelhoven, Germany

Business Analyst, Subproject Manager for Requirements Analysis and Solution Development for E-Commerce Process Automation

QVC eDistribution Inc. & Co. KG

Managed the subproject to introduce an automated system in e-commerce (Auto Bagger: line integration with the existing conveyor system of an automatic packaging line for shipping bags)
Performed process analysis and developed, defined, and finalized documentation of requirements for technical implementation by the development team
Managed a total project budget of approx. 5 million euros, with approx. 1.5 million euros allocated to the Auto Bagger subproject

Aug 2014 - Mar 2025

10 years 8 months

Grimma, Germany

Managing Director, Project Manager and Interim Manager

Palbera GmbH

Dynamic project manager and interim manager focused on supply chain management functions as well as general project management
Over fourteen years of experience leading international and cross-functional project teams and operational business units
Self-employed consultant and interim manager since 2014
Results-driven with a "hands-on" mentality and entrepreneurial drive
Convincing team player with strong communication skills, diplomatic tact, and negotiation skills
Strong understanding of finance, sales, quality, HR, and other core business processes
Carried out various projects, both as interim mandates and standalone projects

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Gernsheim, Germany

Sub-project Manager, Interim Manager for Quality Management implementation as well as setup and interim management of the QM

myToys GmbH

Process analysis and creation of QM documentation, as well as leading workshops to identify errors and drive continuous improvement to develop the Gernsheim logistics site
Weakness analysis of the conveyor technology and implementation of improvement measures (scales, flyer insertion system, master data, etc.)
Building, training, managing, and daily scheduling of the Quality Management department with 10 employees

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

Ebersbach an der Fils, Germany

Project Manager for Quality Management implementation at an automotive supplier

Kastus (formerly Aktor)

Analysis and implementation of necessary measures to introduce a QM system and successfully support the external certification according to ISO 9001:2008

Apr 2012 - Jul 2014

2 years 4 months

Ladenburg, Germany

Head of Logistics, Deputy Production Manager, Authorized Signatory

Sedotec GmbH & Co. KG

Line management of logistics (approx. EUR 1.5 million cost center budget) with about 20 employees
Deputy management of production with approx. 50 employees, acting as production manager for 6 months
Technical logistics responsibility for an additional plant in Saxony with 5 logistics employees
Introduction of lean management in production and logistics as well as development and implementation of a dedicated production system
Responsible for personnel selection for operational areas as well as training of dual students (DHBW Mannheim)
Make-or-buy analyses as well as selection and support of suppliers

Oct 2010 - Mar 2012

1 year 6 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Project Manager Warehouse Logistics Eastern Europe

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG

Lateral leadership of international project teams
Analysis, development and practical implementation of improvement potentials in warehouse locations across Eastern Europe, coordinating the sub-projects per country
Organization of the responsible IT and operational logistics contacts from corporate headquarters and the country subsidiaries
Support for system implementations on site up to handover to warehouse management, including employee training
Conducting workshops for representatives from other country subsidiaries
Project examples: Implementation of a warehouse location management system in Croatia, introduction of Pick-by-Voice in the Czech Republic, cost efficiency project in Austria

Sep 2007 - Sep 2010

3 years 1 month

Dortmund, Germany

Dual Student in Logistics and Inventory Management

IKEA Distribution Services GmbH

Work in operational logistics, sales and quality management
Conducted a cost and function comparison between the existing and our own quality management system (QMS) and systems available on the market (Bachelor's thesis)
Carried out a tender for international employee relocations and developed a framework agreement with freight forwarders

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 Professional Services (10.5 years), Manufacturing (10 years), Retail (7.5 years), Transportation (5 years), Biotechnology (3 years), and Automotive (3 years).

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Retail

Transportation

Biotechnology

Automotive

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Logistics (15 years), Supply Chain Management (14.5 years), Project Management (13.5 years), Procurement (11 years), Quality Assurance (5 years), and Human Resources (4 years).

Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Procurement

Quality Assurance

Human Resources

Summary

Dynamic project manager and interim manager focused on supply chain management functions and general project management
Over fourteen years of experience leading international, cross-functional project teams and operational business units
Self-employed consultant and interim manager since 2014
Results-oriented with a "hands-on" mentality and entrepreneurial drive
Convincing team player with strong communication skills, diplomatic finesse, and negotiation skills
Strong understanding of finance, sales, quality, HR, and other core business processes

Skills

Management Experience And Skills

Division Head For Scm, Purchasing, Logistics, And Production > 70 Employees
Leader Of International, Cross-functional Projects
Liaison To Suppliers, Customers, And Various Stakeholders (C-level)
Defining Organizational Changes And Internal Processes In Complex Corporate Structures (Corporate Experience)
Planning And Implementing It Systems In International Project Teams
Identifying And Implementing Improvement Measures (Based On Lean And Quality Management)

It Skills

Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Macos
Erp Systems: Ms Dynamics Nav, Sap S/4hana, Oxaion, Lexware, Navision C5
Applications: Ms Office, Sharepoint, Sap Ibp, Jira, Confluence, Setlog Osca, Opheo

Industry Knowledge

Semiconductor Industry And Medical Technology
Optical And Optoelectronic Industry
Automotive Industry (Tier 1, Tier 2, Development Services)
E-commerce (Toys, Textiles, Teleshopping)
Retail (Furniture, Food, Drugstore, Chemicals, Textiles, Outdoor Products)
Textile Manufacturing
Industrial Services (Inspection, Sorting, And Rework)
Metal Processing Industry (Switchgear Assembly, Locker Construction)
Freight Forwarding And Logistics Services

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2013 - Jun 2018

Bergische Universität Wuppertal

Master of Arts in Work and Organizational Psychology · Work and Organizational Psychology · Wuppertal, Germany

Oct 2007 - Jun 2010

Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Mosbach

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – Trade, Inventory Management and Logistics · Business Administration – Trade, Inventory Management and Logistics · Mosbach, Germany

Certifications & licenses

APICS CPIM

APICS

Trainer Qualification Certificate

AEVO

Lean Management

Leonardo Group

Quality Management Representative

TÜV

Profile

Created

May 2025

Last Update

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Philipp based?

Philipp is based in Grimma, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Philipp speak?

Philipp speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Philipp have?

Philipp has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Philipp has worked in at least 20 different roles and for 19 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Philipp may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Philipp be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Philipp would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Management Office (PMO) Sales and Product Management, Project Manager Logistics Network Management, Interim Dispatch Manager.

What is Philipp's latest experience?

Philipp's most recent position is Project Management Office (PMO) Sales and Product Management at Yageo Nexensos GmbH.

What companies has Philipp worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Philipp has worked for Yageo Nexensos GmbH, dm-drogerie markt GmbH & Co. KG, GFT Logistic GmbH, Mietra e.K., and Char-Broil LLC.

Which industries is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Retail. Philipp also has some experience in Transportation and Logistics, Biotechnology, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in business areas like Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management. Philipp also has some experience in Procurement and Purchasing, Quality Assurance (QA), and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Biotechnology.

Which business areas has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics.

What is Philipp's education?

Philipp holds a Master in Work and Organizational Psychology from Bergische Universität Wuppertal and a Bachelor in Business Administration – Trade, Inventory Management and Logistics from Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Mosbach.

Does Philipp have any certificates?

Philipp has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: APICS CPIM, Trainer Qualification Certificate, and Lean Management.

What is the availability of Philipp?

Philipp is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Philipp?

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