Sandra L.
Founder & Managing Director
Experience
May 2025 - Present
8 monthsItaly
Founder & Managing Director
People.Places.Performance
- Founded boutique firm specialized in international expansion, recruiting, relocation & site development.
- Member ITALCAM (Italian-German Chamber of Commerce) – supporting German-Italian business relations.
- Focus: strategic recruiting, employer branding, relocation pilots & workation concepts.
Sep 2023 - Apr 2025
1 year 8 monthsVice President Global Customer Logistics
Infineon Technologies
- Global responsibility for end-to-end customer logistics and demand fulfillment.
- Managed ~450 employees across Asia, US, Europe.
- Championed process automation & resilience.
Apr 2022 - Jul 2023
1 year 4 monthsMunich, Germany
Project Lead Virtual Planning & Production
BMW Group
- Led the Virtual Planning (VIPLA) stream in BMW’s virtual factory program.
- Coordinated project planning, budget, and cross-functional execution.
Jan 2022 - Feb 2025
3 years 2 monthsMunich, Germany
Partner & Business Advisor
Boardlink Executive Consultants
- Executive search & leadership advisory (C-level).
- Talent acquisition strategy, succession planning, and leadership development.
- Built and expanded client portfolio with senior decision-makers.
Dec 2018 - Apr 2022
3 years 5 monthsMunich, Germany
Global Head Quality Management System Engines & E-Drive
BMW Group
- Global responsibility for quality management systems across China, UK, Austria, and Germany.
- Directed international audits and cross-site quality alignment.
Dec 2016 - Dec 2018
2 years 1 monthMunich, Germany
Ramp-Up Support & On-the-Job Qualification
BMW Group
- Managed qualification of ~400 employees for Mexico & China plants.
- Established Munich as lead plant for paint & body shop start-ups.
Jun 2012 - Nov 2016
4 years 6 monthsMunich, Germany
Head of Service Centers Americas & Plant Ramp-Up Recruiting
BMW Group
- Led HR Service Center Americas with 29 staff and multi-million budget.
- Full responsibility for hiring 1,500 employees in Brazil; contributed to 4,500 hires in Mexico.
- SAP HR rollout project lead for Mexico.
Aug 2007 - Nov 2011
4 years 4 monthsJunior HR Generalist & Project Manager
Bayer
- Implemented Ulrich HR model across Central America.
- Full-cycle recruiting, compensation & benefits, and expat management at HQ.
Jan 2006 - Dec 2021
16 yearsMunich, Germany
Deputy Managing Director
ESPI Services GmbH
- Co-founded and managed family business in import/export and distribution.
- Responsible for strategy, international sales (focus LATAM), and four e-commerce platforms.
Aug 2001 - Oct 2003
2 years 3 monthsTrainee Market Intelligence & Mobile Applications
Siemens Mobile
- International trainee program in market intelligence and telecom rollout.
- Supported 2G–3G transition and mobile app usability testing.
Summary
I build practical solutions, driving growth and change with over 20 years of experience in automotive, Production, and HR. I have successfully built and scaled operations in Italy , Brazil and Mexico, optimized worldwide Processes, and led C-level recruitment and strategic initiatives in multinational environments.
I thrive on transforming challenges into opportunities through end-to-end project delivery, recruitment excellence, and site development. My hands-on approach and diverse background allow me to contribute value across industries, effectively enhancing operational efficiency and supporting international expansion.
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
AdvancedItalian
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