Rüdiger Froß - Interim Logistics Manager

Q: Where is Rüdiger based?

Rüdiger is based in Bahlingen am Kaiserstuhl, Germany .

Q: What languages does Rüdiger speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Rüdiger have?

Rüdiger has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Rüdiger has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months . Note that Rüdiger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Rüdiger's latest experience?

Rüdiger's most recent position is Interim Logistics Manager at Centroplan GmbH .

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

In recent years, Rüdiger has worked for Centroplan GmbH and Freelance Business Consulting and Coaching .

Q: Which industries is Rüdiger most experienced in?

Rüdiger is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Professional Services , and Manufacturing . Rüdiger also has some experience in Banking and Finance , Healthcare , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Rüdiger most experienced in?

Rüdiger is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Logistics , and Project Management . Rüdiger also has some experience in Finance , Operations , and Strategy and Planning .

Q: Which industries has Rüdiger worked in recently?

Rüdiger has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Professional Services , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas has Rüdiger worked in recently?

Rüdiger has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Supply Chain Management , and Finance .

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Bahlingen am Kaiserstuhl, Germany

Experience

Oct 2023 - Oct 2024

1 year 1 month

Geilenkirchen, Germany

Interim Logistics Manager

Centroplan GmbH

Leadership, control and further development of logistics (national and international)
Implementation of the company strategy regarding availability, inventory and transparency
Commercial and operational management of the logistics department (warehouse and order control)
Analysis and improvement of existing processes and documentation in the QMS
Ensuring full use of the ERP system
Securing logistical requirements for construction projects in terms of cost, schedule and quality
Forecasting for material procurement and inventory
Evaluating options for cost reduction in logistics
Analysis of out- and in-sourcing possibilities
Selection and negotiation with external logistics service providers
Involving suppliers in the logistics concept
Close collaboration with departments and implementation of group-wide processes and systems
Compliance with technical and occupational safety guidelines and standards (occupational safety, health protection, quality assurance)
Ensuring a modern logistics organization and developing innovative technical solutions as well as digitization
Defining and introducing a logistics concept nationally and internationally
Coaching of managers and employees

Dec 2019 - Apr 2020

5 months

Brandenburg, Germany

M&A Project Manager

Private M&A Project

Conducting the M&A process for a Brandenburg forwarding company
Approaching potential investors

Aug 2019 - Sep 2019

2 months

Bremen, Germany

M&A Advisor

Private M&A Project

Conducting the M&A process for a Bremen heavy haul freight forwarder
Approaching potential investors

Mar 2019 - Mar 2019

1 month

Hamburg, Germany

M&A Advisor

Private M&A Project

Conducting the M&A process for a Hamburg industrial packaging company
Preparation and completion of the asset deal after insolvency filing

Feb 2018 - Jan 2019

1 year

Mönchweiler, Germany

Successor Coach to the Managing Director

Hinzsch GmbH & Co. KG

Coaching the new managing director (shareholder’s son)

Oct 2013 - Jan 2018

4 years 4 months

Mönchweiler, Germany

Interim Managing Director / Sole Managing Director

Hinzsch Schaumstofftechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Interim management
Company restructuring
Process optimizations in warehouse and production logistics: goods receipt, production supply, interim storage of semi-finished products, packaging and shipping of finished products, optimization of raw material and finished goods warehouse
Implementation of change management measures (strategy development, corporate culture, staff hiring)
Responsibility for quality management, occupational safety and fire protection
Introduction of 5S and shopfloor management
Coaching of the leadership structure
Commercial management: financial accounting, budget planning, controlling and cash flow accounting
Negotiations with banks, financing partners and insurers
Point of contact for owners and advisory board
Personnel decisions and staff development
Responsibility for sales and marketing
Successful handover to the company founder's successor

Jul 2011 - Sep 2012

1 year 3 months

Rust, Germany

Interim Managing Director / Emergency Managing Director

Wellness Center

Plausibility check for business continuation
Conducting bank negotiations
Consulting with tax advisors and lawyers
Takeover of key assets by an investor
Company liquidation

Jan 2010 - Present

16 years 3 months

Germany

Business Consultant and Coach

Freelance Business Consulting and Coaching

Start-up coaching: creating business plans, developing the business idea and positioning, Business Model Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, SWOT analysis, financing and subsidies
Marketing, online marketing, social media, sales, HR, strategic management, bookkeeping and accounting
Individual coaching via AVGS
Orientation coaching and career coaching for professionals and managers
Logistics and transport mandates: introduction and support of continuous improvement processes, process analysis and optimization, training of managers and employees, implementation of Kanban and trolley train systems, material flow optimization, warehouse organization, picking and shipping processes
Cooperation partner in preparing proposals for acquiring logistics centers

Jan 1992 - Dec 2009

18 years

Teningen, Germany

Managing Partner

Fritz Fross GmbH & Co. KG

Establishing and developing the warehouse logistics division
Process optimization in freight forwarding and logistics
Key account management and new customer acquisition
Planning and implementation of logistics projects (procurement, production and distribution logistics, supply chain management, just-in-sequence and just-in-time concepts)
Design and introduction of picking systems
Execution of warehouse logistics projects
Design and implementation of CRM software
Employee training
Introduction of a certified quality management system and continuous improvement process
Compliance with occupational safety requirements of major customers
Planning of a logistics center (racking systems, high-bay forklifts, process design, fire protection, sprinkler system)

Dec 1984 - Jul 1986

1 year 8 months

Emmendingen, Germany

Corporate Lending Advisor

Volksbank Breisgau-Nord eG Emmendingen

Start-up consulting and financing
Financing consulting, creation and implementation of corporate financing concepts (KfW, MBG, leasing, factoring, sale-and-lease-back)
Business analyses

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 (34 years), Professional Services (16 years), Manufacturing (4.5 years), Banking and Finance (1.5 years), Construction (1 year), and Healthcare (1 year).

Transportation

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Banking and Finance

Construction

Healthcare

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 Supply Chain Management (34 years), Logistics (19 years), Project Management (18.5 years), Finance (18 years), Operations (16 years), and Strategy (16 years).

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Project Management

Finance

Operations

Strategy

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 1986 - Jan 1992

University of Mannheim

Diplom-Kaufmann, focus on logistics and marketing · Business Administration · Mannheim, Germany

Oct 1982 - Jun 1984

Volksbank Breisgau-Nord eG

Vocational training as a bank clerk · Bank Clerk · Emmendingen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Master Management With AI

academy4.ai in cooperation with Der SGO Business School

Authorized INQA Coach 2025 – 2026 – Agile into the Future

Alchimedus Master Course – Systematic Organizational Development

Strategy Consultant (IHK)

Business Coach

DCV

Certified Coach

Steinbeis University Berlin

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Rüdiger based?

Rüdiger is based in Bahlingen am Kaiserstuhl, Germany.

What languages does Rüdiger speak?

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

How many years of experience does Rüdiger have?

Rüdiger has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Rüdiger has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months. Note that Rüdiger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Rüdiger be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Rüdiger would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Logistics Manager, M&A Project Manager, M&A Advisor.

What is Rüdiger's latest experience?

Rüdiger's most recent position is Interim Logistics Manager at Centroplan GmbH.

What companies has Rüdiger worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Rüdiger has worked for Centroplan GmbH and Freelance Business Consulting and Coaching.

Which industries is Rüdiger most experienced in?

Rüdiger is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Professional Services, and Manufacturing. Rüdiger also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Healthcare, and Construction.

Which business areas is Rüdiger most experienced in?

Rüdiger is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Logistics, and Project Management. Rüdiger also has some experience in Finance, Operations, and Strategy and Planning.

Which industries has Rüdiger worked in recently?

Rüdiger has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Professional Services, and Construction.

Which business areas has Rüdiger worked in recently?

Rüdiger has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Finance.

What is Rüdiger's education?

Rüdiger holds a Master in Business Administration from University of Mannheim.

Does Rüdiger have any certificates?

Rüdiger has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Master Management With AI, Authorized INQA Coach 2025 – 2026 – Agile into the Future, and Alchimedus Master Course – Systematic Organizational Development.

What is the availability of Rüdiger?

Rüdiger is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Rüdiger?

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