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Thomas Wüst

Interim Sales Manager

Thomas Wüst
Landau in der Pfalz, Germany

Experience

Aug 2024 - Sep 2024
2 months
Birkenfeld, Germany

Interim Sales Manager

Inovan GmbH & Co. KG

  • Expanded the B2B network through targeted measures and built new strategic partnerships
  • Increased sales opportunities and entered new markets
May 2023 - Dec 2023
8 months
Rathenow, Germany

Interim Sales Manager

MAP Maschinen- und Apparatebau Produktions GmbH

  • Led and coached a team of three employees to achieve sales targets
  • Restructured and realigned sales to optimize processes and increase efficiency
  • Analyzed and optimized existing sales processes
  • Facilitated internal communication between different departments
  • Successfully expanded the B2B network and diversified into food & beverage and pharma using cGMP and FDA experiences
  • Supported supply chain management to optimize logistics and minimize bottlenecks
Nov 2022 - Apr 2023
6 months

Interim Head of Sales

Confidential (NDA)

  • Managed a team of 30 employees to improve performance and motivation
  • Coached and developed employees and B2B partners to increase sales effectiveness
  • Restructured and realigned sales for greater efficiency and customer focus
  • Developed and implemented a global service strategy and functional hotline
  • Managed conflict and optimized communication between country subsidiaries
  • Standardized and aligned sales processes across multiple countries
  • Expanded the B2B network and entered new markets by renegotiating and adjusting existing distributor contracts
  • Supported supply chain management for decentralized spare parts warehousing
  • Made a key contribution to sales growth and profitability
Mar 2022 - Present
3 years 11 months

Interim Manager – CSO, COO, QA, After Sales Service

Self-employed

  • Provided day-rate mandates for various companies in quality assurance during pre-shipment inspections to ensure production according to drawings under cGMP/FDA standards
  • Mainly in the fields of medical technology, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage
Aug 2020 - Nov 2020
4 months
Ubstadt-Weiher, Germany

Global Director Sales & Service

DWA GmbH & Co. KG

  • P&L responsibility for €12 million, including budget creation and monitoring
  • Led and developed a 22-member team across sales, marketing, project and service, including hotline management
  • Strategically expanded and internationalized the B2B sales and service network
  • Negotiated contracts with existing and new sales partners
  • Managed pricing to maximize revenue and profitability
  • Managed major key accounts at the C-level
  • Reported to the CEO with performance metrics and optimization recommendations
Aug 2018 - Jul 2020
2 years
Frankenthal, Germany

Director Global General Business OEM Industry

KSB SE & Co. KGaA

  • P&L responsibility for €140M in sales volume
  • Strategic development and optimization of OEM standard products
  • Coordination of sales companies in international customer projects in water treatment
  • Development of new business relationships in food & beverage and pharma
  • International key account and project management in various industries
  • Reporting to business unit management
Feb 2017 - Mar 2018
1 year 2 months
Berlin, Germany

Head of Sales

KST Kraftwerks- und Spezialteile GmbH

  • P&L responsibility for €20M including budgeting and planning
  • Development of new business areas outside of power plant technology for the pharma and food industries
  • Development and implementation of a marketing strategy for new business areas
  • Organization and participation in trade shows and industry events
  • Project management in sales
  • Implementation of a CRM system to increase sales efficiency
  • Supply chain management for oil & gas customers in compliance with dual-use regulations
  • Reporting to owner and shareholders
Oct 2012 - Mar 2016
3 years 6 months
Pune, India

Operations Manager PS Automation India

PS Automation GmbH

  • P&L responsibility for €1M of the Indian branch
  • Restructuring and realignment of the Indian unit from a joint venture to a 100% subsidiary, including new construction and technology transfer
  • Establishment of a functional supply chain management, including ERP implementation and warehouse organization
  • Turnaround of the Indian branch within two years
  • Setup of a sales and service network with a hotline in India
  • Development of marketing strategies and trade show presence
  • Support and development of strategic customers in Southeast Asia and the Middle East
  • Leadership and development of 10 employees
  • Search for and move to new company premises
Aug 1998 - Sep 2012
14 years 2 months

Business Development Manager / Export Manager

Grundfos / Alldos International AG

  • P&L responsibility for €18M in dosing and disinfection business in CEE/CA and €4M in CEE exports
  • Functional leadership of 15 international employees and direct management of two export employees
  • Development of the dosing and disinfection business in CEE and Central Asia
  • Sourcing, development, and maintenance of new and existing B2B partners
  • Organization and execution of marketing and customer events
  • Consulting on water treatment projects together with sales subsidiaries
  • Training for sales and service staff as well as customers
  • Expansion of market share in Central and Eastern Europe
  • Reporting to the Regional Director as well as CEO/CFO
May 1992 - Jul 1998
6 years 3 months
Ettlingen, Germany

Sales Manager / Service Technician

Gabler Maschinenbau

  • Management of global sales, including acquisition, key account management, and negotiations
  • Process consulting and optimization of production processes
  • Customer visits and participation in international trade shows
  • Development and implementation of sales strategies based on market analysis
  • Commissioning and service operations worldwide with technical support and spare parts management
  • Implementation of quality assurance measures and documentation
  • Training of operating personnel and continuous improvement measures

Summary

With over 25 years of experience in international sales and after-sales service organizations, including more than 15 years in leadership positions, I bring comprehensive expertise in water treatment and dosing technology, medical technology, general mechanical and plant engineering, and automation to lead companies to success.

My expertise includes successfully building or restructuring international sales and after-sales service organizations, including hotlines, to improve profitability and efficiency. I have supported employees and B2B partners through targeted coaching and development, and led large projects, effectively managing international teams of up to 25 members while handling change and conflict.

During my three-and-a-half years as Operations Manager in India, I successfully led the restructuring of the Indian unit, converting it from a joint venture into a wholly owned subsidiary, moving to a new building, setting up local production including technology transfer from Germany to India, and restoring profitability through strategic actions. I played a key role in building and strengthening the sales and service network, implementing a functional hotline, ensuring a seamless transfer of production equipment and knowledge from headquarters to India, and applying robust supply chain management practices. I also oversaw the implementation of a quality management system to ensure operational excellence.

In addition to my sales and operations management skills, I offer a wide range of services worldwide as needed, including strategic sales support, transformation, supply chain management, change management, agile project management, and lean management.

With a clear focus on sustainable growth and outstanding performance, I am ready to support companies in achieving their goals and standing out in an increasingly competitive market.

Skills

  • Sap
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Navision
  • Various Erp, Crm Systems

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary

Education

Oct 1992 - Jun 1996

Technical School for Technology

Mechanical engineering technician · Mechanical engineering, specialization in manufacturing engineering - production control · Germersheim, Germany

Oct 1987 - Jun 1989

Master Craftsman School Karlsruhe - Durlach

Master Craftsman in Mechanical Engineering (IHK) · Mechanical engineering · Karlsruhe, Germany

Aug 1980 - Jul 1983

E. Holtzmann Paper

Industrial locksmith · Industrial locksmith · Karlsruhe, Germany

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