Thierry Hittinger - Integration Consultant

Q: Where is Thierry based?

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

Q: What languages does Thierry speak?

Thierry speaks the following languages: German (Native), French (Native), English (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Thierry have?

Thierry has at least 41 years of experience. During this time, Thierry has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months . Note that Thierry may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Thierry's latest experience?

Thierry's most recent position is Integration Consultant at Performgate .

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

In recent years, Thierry has worked for Performgate .

Q: Which industries is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Metals and Mining , and Automotive . Thierry also has some experience in Construction , Telecommunication , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Finance , and Strategy and Planning . Thierry also has some experience in Accounting , Sales , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in industries like Construction , Telecommunication , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Finance , and Strategy and Planning .

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Schwabhausen, Germany

Experience

Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

6 months

Germany

Integration Consultant

Performgate

Supported the integration of initial acquisitions in a buy-and-build strategy
Optimized control systems

Jul 2022 - Present

3 years 9 months

Germany

Managing Director Civil Engineering and Fiber Optic Networks

Performgate

Set up operations after a very fast launch of the growing business in a new country

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

8 months

France

Plant and Brand Manager for Medical Device Manufacturing

Performgate

Restored business processes after a failed acquisition integration in France
Organized shutdown after takeover by an American group

Nov 2019 - Jun 2020

8 months

Germany

Managing Director of Holding and Three Manufacturing Companies in Plant and Toolmaking

Performgate

Led transformation and efficiency improvement processes to prepare and optimize divestment options by the private equity shareholder

Feb 2019 - Apr 2019

3 months

France

Interim CRO

Performgate

Developed and initiated a restructuring plan covering market positioning, production costs, and organization
Integrated key parts of the group in France and Germany

Apr 2017 - Jan 2019

1 year 10 months

Germany

Interim Managing Director, later Supervisory Board Member

Performgate

Took over management after a failed succession of the injured owner and the resulting crisis

Apr 2011 - Dec 2016

5 years 9 months

Germany

Interim CRO, CEO of a manufacturer of steel products for industry and trade

Performgate

Took over management as part of a restructuring assessment requested by the banking consortium
Restored the banks' trust
Revitalized sales and integrated it into the group
Reduced inventory
Restored positive results (EBIT from -1.5 to +1.5 million €)
Improved liquidity position and balanced the balance sheet structure

Nov 2008 - Apr 2009

6 months

Germany

Interim CFO for a manufacturer of industrial cranes, crane components and conveyor systems

Performgate

Took over on short notice after a loss of trust in the outgoing manager
Negotiated the salary adjustment for January 1, 2009 with the works council
Coached the new head of the service department
Introduced sales-promoting financing options
Launched cost reduction programs and group-wide communications

Apr 2008 - Oct 2008

7 months

France

Interim CEO and CRO at an automotive supplier of a private equity firm

Performgate

Integrated and led the turnaround of the acquired company
Reversed the negative budget variance
Reduced inventory levels
Renegotiated framework agreements with automakers
Increased productivity and reorganized logistics
Established and coached a leadership team

May 2007 - Jun 2008

1 year 2 months

France

Interim Business Development Manager for auto parts retail and workshop (franchise)

Performgate

Defined the organization of the sales floor and workshop
Supervised construction work and store fittings
Developed business plans
Negotiated financing

Restructuring and turnaround of the group
Plant closures, spin-offs and production relocations
R&D reorientation and ERP implementations
Marketing rollout and other measures to improve the operating result from -10 M€ to +4.5 M€
Reduction of working capital from 87 M€ to 52 M€

Jun 2001 - May 2002

1 year

Paris, France

Controller USINOR TUBES S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Strategic controlling of the precision tubes division with integration of plants in France, Germany and Spain

Mar 1997 - May 2002

5 years 3 months

Paris, France

Chief Financial Officer TUBEUROP FRANCE S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Aligning the approach of the five formerly independent plants
Organizing company management
Implementing a culture of continuous improvement
Leading the Euro, Y2K and industrial benchmarking projects

Mar 1997 - May 2002

5 years 3 months

Homburg, Germany

Managing Director Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Germany GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Reviewing options for continuing operations and carrying out a shutdown
Communicating and negotiating with the works council and unions
Overseeing personnel measures and relocation of the customer base and equipment
Selling the property and securing loss carryforwards

Oct 1995 - Feb 1997

1 year 5 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Sales Manager SaarluxStahl GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Coordinating sales activities in Germany
Direct customer support and building a sales team

Jun 1994 - Sep 1995

1 year 4 months

Paris, France

Sales Manager TUBEUROP FRANCE S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Coordinating sales activities in Germany
Defining sales policies
Negotiating large deals
Managing the sales team

Feb 1993 - Dec 1994

1 year 11 months

Homburg, Germany

Managing Director Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Deutschland GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Reorganizing the company after a partial shutdown
Optimizing steel purchasing and implementing new supply sources
Organizing the reservation and use of excess rolling volumes
Identifying failures in coordinating sales activities

Sep 1990 - Jan 1993

2 years 5 months

Homburg, Germany

Commercial Director Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Deutschland GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Building the management control system by introducing accounting and controlling
Negotiating investment grants with the Ministry of Economic Affairs

Nov 1982 - Sep 1990

7 years 11 months

Morhange, France

Controller

Rehau SA

Cost planning, production costs and internal group cost allocation for cost centers and cost units

Jan 1979 - Nov 1982

3 years 11 months

Morhange, France

Plant Operator

Rehau SA

Responsible for 1 to 3 extruders and assigning staff

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 Manufacturing (19 years), Metals and Mining (17.5 years), Automotive (5.5 years), Construction (3.5 years), Telecommunication (3.5 years), and Professional Services (2.5 years).

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

Automotive

Construction

Telecommunication

Professional Services

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 Operations (28 years), Finance (27 years), Strategy (14 years), Accounting (11 years), Sales (8.5 years), and Project Management (5 years).

Operations

Finance

Strategy

Accounting

Sales

Project Management

Summary

Experienced Franco-German manager with successes in various industries and types of companies, whether in large corporations, mid-sized firms, private equity companies, or family businesses. Wide range of tasks and responsibilities in different business settings, based on an initial business management training.

Proven expertise in executing turnarounds and restructurings, with successful negotiations with works councils, unions, banks, shareholders, and suppliers. Significant performance improvements through appreciative leadership, ensuring sustainability.

Skills

Responsibilities: Ceo, Board Member, President, Liquidator, Commercial Director, Controller, Project Manager.
Areas: Finance, Controlling, Sales, Manufacturing, It, Hr, Purchasing.
Industries: Plastics, Steel, Metalworking, Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, Printing, It, Services, Healthcare, Construction, Facility Management.
Experience: Turnaround Management, Erp Implementation, M&a, Building Up A Sales Organization, Business Development, Setting Up Accounting And Commercial Organization, Introducing A Controlling Mindset, Introducing Controlling Tools, Reducing Working Capital, Reducing Debt, Integrating Merged Companies, Relocating Production Facilities, Moving Customer Base, Shutting Down Production Sites And Sales Branches, Liquidation, Company Formation, Financing, Social Plans, Sourcing Restructuring, Project Management (Euro, Year 2000, Benchmarking, ...).
Environments: Smes And Group-affiliated Smes, Private Equity, Turnaround, Franco-german, Acquisition, Integration, Liquidation, Spin-off, Closure, Build-up.

Languages

German

Native

French

Native

English

Elementary

Education

D.E.S.E. · Diploma of Advanced Economic Studies

Profile

Created

February 2025

Last Update

July 2025

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Where is Thierry based?

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

What languages does Thierry speak?

Thierry speaks the following languages: German (Native), French (Native), English (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Thierry have?

Thierry has at least 41 years of experience. During this time, Thierry has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Thierry may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Thierry be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Thierry would be well-suited for roles such as: Integration Consultant, Managing Director Civil Engineering and Fiber Optic Networks, Plant and Brand Manager for Medical Device Manufacturing.

What is Thierry's latest experience?

Thierry's most recent position is Integration Consultant at Performgate.

What companies has Thierry worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thierry has worked for Performgate.

Which industries is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, and Automotive. Thierry also has some experience in Construction, Telecommunication, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Finance, and Strategy and Planning. Thierry also has some experience in Accounting, Sales, and Project Management.

Which industries has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in industries like Construction, Telecommunication, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Finance, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Thierry's education?

Thierry attended education in Diploma of Advanced Economic Studies.

What is the availability of Thierry?

Thierry is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Thierry?

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