Alexander Döring - Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Q: Where is Alexander based?

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

Q: What languages does Alexander speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Alexander have?

Alexander has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Alexander has worked in at least 28 different roles and for 27 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months . Note that Alexander may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Alexander's latest experience?

Alexander's most recent position is Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG .

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

In recent years, Alexander has worked for Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG , AFT Group , Heinzmann GmbH , Moove GmbH , and agriKomp GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Agriculture . Alexander also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Professional Services , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Procurement , and Logistics . Alexander also has some experience in Project Management , Quality Assurance , and Research and Development .

Q: Which industries has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in industries like Agriculture , Energy , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in business areas like Procurement , Supply Chain Management , and Logistics .

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Experience

Sep 2023 - Feb 2025

1 year 6 months

Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG

Overall responsibility for strategic and operational procurement, Procurement Management (11 FTE).
Further development of the procurement and procurement organization, including task and role model.
Management of cross-functional special projects (e.g. value engineering, design-to-cost).
Development and implementation of a holistic sourcing and procurement strategy with a focus on resilience, ESG, de-risking, decoupling and cost performance.
Execution of a comprehensive procurement transformation with a new supply chain strategy alignment.
Reorganization of the procurement team to improve efficiency through clear role allocation and relief from non-core and non-functional tasks.
Professionalization of contract management processes and supplier development programs.
Process optimization along the S2C and P2P chain, including standardization and automation in line with MDR (EU Regulation 2017/745), GxP compliance & quality management systems ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
KPI development and optimization of the KPI system for performance and efficiency measurement in critical paths and missing parts.
Coaching the team in strategic procurement work, project management and procurement due diligence.
Implementation of AI-supported tools for sourcing, spend analysis and inventory management to optimize inventory.
Achieved inventory reduction of ~31% through professional inventory management.
Management of two cost reduction (cost avoidance) programs with quantified results: ~50% reduction in manufacturing costs for one core component and ~64% reduction in material costs for the successor platform through redesign and category sourcing.
Savings in the low double-digit million range versus the baseline.
Material groups: contract manufacturing, PCBA, EMS, blower, silicone injection molding, power supplies, batteries, displays, hoses, masks, valves, foams, cables, sensors, wireless modules (2G–5G), telemedicine components, laboratory services.

Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

2 months

Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) | Interim SCM & Procurement Manager | Member of the Management Board

AFT Group

Overall responsibility for procurement and purchasing, production planning, logistics management, warehouse, after sales, claim management and supplier quality (24 FTE).
Management of supply chain performance along project and construction phase planning.
Advisory role in ongoing SC process optimization projects (production logistics, warehouse management).
Direct reporting line to management and shareholders.
End-to-end SCM: process responsibility for supply chain execution from AV to material flow and site logistics.
Optimization of warehouse management processes and transportation efficiency.
Advisory support for reorganization and new layout planning for warehouse and picking areas with inventory management optimization with the target: efficiency increase of >30%.
Advisory and support for the introduction of operational performance monitoring (delivery performance, budget deviations, quality metrics), target set by management: improve on-time delivery by 6% to >96%.
Advisory support for material flow optimization, lead times and availability with KPI development along project-related milestones (target lead time reduction: >25%).
Escalation management with suppliers, vendor management and establishment of structured complaint processes.
Close coordination with engineering, production and sales to synchronize S&OP goals.
Optimization of ERP processes in MS NAV for project-specific controlling and faster workflows.
Material groups: power & free tracks, roller conveyors, switches & stoppers, cross beams, suspension systems, chain & drive units, sensors, control cabinets, control technology.

Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

10 months

Interim Procurement Manager | Head of Procurement

Heinzmann GmbH

Overall responsibility for procurement, purchasing and scheduling (10 FTE).
Reorganization of the purchasing and procurement organization and connection to product development.
Building a strategic purchasing and procurement function with a focus on S2C end-to-end processes and supplier development strategy.
Restructuring of operational purchasing and procurement processes in close cooperation with work preparation, quality assurance, sales and production.
Introduction of an R&D-related sourcing partnership to increase component independence (BOM rationalization, second sources, module strategies) (reduction in dependency: 40%).
Bottleneck management & supply chain resilience: root cause analyses, escalations, weekly missing-parts reporting to management and customers.
Project work on a digital in-house solution for spend analysis & inventory management.
Management of targeted inventory management measures to reduce stock and improve liquidity (inventory reduction ~16%; liquidity improvement of EUR 2.3 million).
Reduction of old stock from unused blanket orders and slow movers by ~EUR 1 million.
Development and delivery of a skill-building program for the entire purchasing and procurement team (sourcing strategy, tender management, supplier management, demand planning / supply planning).
Material groups: drawing parts, actuators, control units, sensors, air path components, pumps, injectors, storage, control electronics, PCBA, contract manufacturing.

Mar 2022 - Aug 2022

6 months

Procurement Programme Manager | Interim Procurement Manager

Moove GmbH

Strategic and operational responsibility for all procurement- and purchasing-related tasks in the prototype and pre-series phase as Procurement Manager.
Leadership of an interdisciplinary lead engineering team.
Development of a future-proof sourcing and procurement strategy to scale into series production (make-or-buy, supplier architecture, ESG requirements).
Responsibility for the full prototype procurement management in early product development (Level-2 autonomy according to SAE J3016).
Execution of complex RFQ processes (RFQ, RFP) and contract negotiations (including NDAs, development contracts, framework agreements) (cost avoidance of 18% through strategic renegotiations).
Professionalization of contract and supplier management along automotive-specific SOP timelines.
Coordination of technical BOM validation and derivation of sourcing strategies by module & derivative.
Purchasing of prototypes, test track usage and special components for validation and homologation.
Support with CAPEX screening to identify a suitable production site and planning of the manufacturing infrastructure.
Material groups: body structure, chassis (wheels, axles, dampers, braking/steering systems), bearing technology, functional safety, production site & equipment, infrastructure planning & equipment.

Nov 2019 - Oct 2021

2 years

Head of Procurement | Deputy Head of Supply Chain | SCM Consultant

agriKomp GmbH

Leadership of the entire purchasing and procurement organization (strategic, operational) with 10 FTE.
Deputy leadership of the overall SCM organization with 69 employees (including customer care, logistics, warehouse, AV).
Transformation of the purchasing and procurement function from operational-tactical to strategic, resilient and performance-oriented.
Restructuring of the S2C and P2P processes including redesign of roles, workflows and responsibilities.
Initiation and implementation of cross-functional supply chain optimization projects to improve material availability, lead times, inventory and liquidity (inventory reduction: 12%, liquidity improvement: EUR 4.2 million).
Introduction of an ESG- and resilience-oriented sourcing and procurement strategy including supplier classification and performance controlling.
Building systematic category management as well as supplier and contract management.
Professionalization of contract management processes and supplier development programs.
Integration of suitable methods for demand planning and scheduling, demand planning – reduction of inventory through forecast stabilization, reallocation and targeted sell-offs.
Selection and introduction of procurement performance controlling (KPIs, process KPIs, target deviation analysis).
Operational crisis management to maintain supply capability during the COVID phase (Supply Chain Resilience: 96.2% on-time delivery during the pandemic and allocation).
Lead negotiator in the negotiation with the main supplier for base engines – 14% savings (equivalent to EUR 560k p.a.).
Deputy leadership of a comprehensive supply chain transformation with a focus on supply chain excellence.
Development of a holistic supply chain strategy with a focus on supply chain excellence.
Setting up and implementing professional S&OP processes and forecasting systems.
Creation and implementation of suitable demand planning and scheduling methods.
Optimization of the customer service organization by ensuring material availability with regard to cost, quality and deadlines.
Inventory management to reduce net working capital and reduce process lead times in the warehouse and order processing.
Introduction of process and success KPIs across the entire SCM organization.
Improvement of on-time delivery by 6.1% to 98.8%.
Material groups: base engines, components for biogas plants (heat exchangers, exhaust tract, metal construction, switch cabinet technology, filters, construction services), shelving systems, warehouse equipment, industrial trucks, intralogistics solutions.

Mar 2014 - Oct 2019

5 years 8 months

Senior Consultant & Project Manager | Procurement Consultant

Kloepfel Consulting GmbH

Led savings and transformation projects in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain (S2C/P2P).
Managed project teams in national and international procurement mandates.
Supported business development through potential analyses, acquisition meetings & presentations.
Analyzed cost structures, product groups, and sourcing/procurement organizations (target vs. actual comparison, benchmarks, TCO approaches).
Developed category strategies, supplier portfolios, and sourcing concepts.
Ran complex tenders (including RFI, RFQ, RFP, eAuctions) and contract negotiations.
Reorganized purchasing and procurement structures, developed KPIs, and introduced performance tracking systems.
Managed stakeholders at C-level, implemented sustainable optimization approaches.
Reported to customer management including savings tracking and progress reports.
Successfully led projects: 16 international mandates with a real handled purchasing volume of ~EUR 910 million.
Total realized savings: ~EUR 21.5 million p.a.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Strategic Procurement Optimization

Blumenbecker Automation

Analyzed and realigned the purchasing and procurement organization, optimized processes and product group strategies.
Organization and process analysis, concept development for optimizing procurement processes and purchasing structures.
Savings potential analysis and lead negotiator in annual supplier meetings.
Developed negotiation and meeting strategies as well as buyer training.
Product groups: production materials, electronic components, control cabinet technology, drawing parts, office supplies, energy, logistics, services.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager CEE Region | Group-wide Procurement Optimization Project

CWS Boco

Organization and process analysis as well as optimization of the purchasing and supply chain process landscape (S2C, P2P).
Implemented category management & vendor management.
Migrated purchasing controlling.
Product groups: leasing, logistics, IT, energy, facility management, finance, marketing, telecommunications, HR, travel, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost Optimization

Iglotex S.A.

Potential analysis, strategic tender management, and supplier days.
Cost reduction in non-production areas through procurement data analysis.
Concept and strategy development as well as moderation of supplier days.
Product groups: food packaging, material handling technology, maintenance, safety, facility management, tooling, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Sourcing & Market Analysis

Lühr Filter GmbH

Market and location analysis (SWOT) as well as supplier screening in preparation for a joint venture or M&A.
Conducted supplier visits and audits as well as sample orders.
Identified new suppliers in Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
Product groups: structural components & drawing parts for plant engineering.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager Poland | Procurement Cost & Purchasing Organization Optimization

MEGATECH Industries

Change management and implementation of a new group-wide procurement strategy.
Category management for indirect spend, supplier consolidation, and tender management.
Led supplier days, negotiations, and buyer training.
Material groups: raw materials (PUR, liquids), facility management, finance, marketing, temporary staffing, packaging, fleet management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Process Optimization

NETTO Polska

Process analysis, S2C redesign, and introduction of supplier and vendor management in indirect procurement.
Tender management and implementation of the new procurement and supplier selection process.
Led preparation and facilitation of supplier days as well as buyer training.
Material groups: marketing services (flyers, radio, direct marketing), advertising agencies, facility management, security, logistics, cash register rolls.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Organization, Process and Procurement Cost Optimization

Nordfolien

Purchasing data analysis and analysis of the procurement organization.
Optimization of the supplier base as well as concept and strategy development.
Material groups: color pigments (masterbatch), plastic granulate, transport and logistics, packaging, maintenance, cleaning, temporary workers.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Structure Optimization Project

ORSAY-Gruppe

Optimization of the purchasing organization and introduction of strategic supplier management.
Cost optimization in the non-merchandise area through potential analysis and realignment of category management.
Implementation of purchasing controlling as well as lease property assessment for location negotiations.
Material groups: store rent, advertising & marketing services, facility management, packaging materials, payroll, financial services.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Global Sourcing Project

PATURA KG

Sourcing and supplier development in Eastern Europe and Eurasia (Poland, Ukraine, Turkey, Romania, Hungary) to open up new procurement markets.
Material groups: electric fences, pasture & stable equipment, feeding systems, metal construction, gates.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Poland

Project Manager | Group-wide procurement structure and purchasing cost optimization project

PEPCO Poland Sp. z o.o

Change management and implementation of a new group procurement strategy as well as category management for indirect spend.
Supplier consolidation, tender management, and spend analysis.
Conducting price and contract negotiations as well as implementing purchasing controlling.
Material groups: store equipment, logistics, print, direct marketing, temporary staffing, CEP, disposal, facility management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement cost & purchasing organization optimization

SANHA Group

End-to-end optimization of organization, S2C / P2P processes and procurement structures.
Realignment of the group procurement strategy and optimization of supplier and commodity group management.
Implementation of purchasing controlling.
Material groups: semi-finished products made of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, bronze, brass; multilayer pipes made of PVC & PE; packaging; transport & logistics; IT hardware, software and license management.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement cost & structure optimization project

TXM S.A.

Optimization of non-merchandise purchasing and supplier & vendor consolidation.
Leading tender management and conducting contract negotiations.
Implementation of professional supplier and category management as well as purchasing controlling.
Material groups: store equipment (anti-theft & CCTV equipment, furniture, counters, shelves, etc.), security, CEP, transport packaging, print and distribution, temporary staffing.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Leading annual negotiations

Toys'R'us

Leading, planning and conducting around 100 annual negotiations.
Analysis of savings potential and negotiations on terms and conditions (discounts, special promotions, customer discount campaigns).
Implementation of purchasing controlling and buyer training.
Material groups: full-range toy assortment (Lego, Playmobil, Nintendo, Hasbro, Sony, Mattel, Haribo, etc.).

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Sourcing & procurement project

TransPak AG

Building a supplier network in CEE.
Selection and implementation of new A-suppliers as well as price and terms negotiations.
Material groups: cardboard packaging, films, paper products, adhesive tapes, labels, transport accessories.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Expert for Tendering & Supplier/Vendor Management

TÖNNIES

Leadership and management of global tender management.
Organization and facilitation of supplier days.
Purchasing data analysis, strategy development, and recommendations for supplier nomination.
Product groups: hydraulic and pneumatic spare parts & components for meat processing plants.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

6 years

Project Manager | Procurement Cost & Purchasing Organization Optimization

Wix-Filtron (Mann+Hummel)

Optimization of the Sourcing to Contract (S2C) and supplier selection process.
Introduction of KPI-driven purchasing controlling and tender management.
Conducting supplier audits, sampling processes, as well as price and contract negotiations.
Product groups: filter material, filter housings, housing covers, transport and logistics, maintenance, cleaning, temporary staff, tools.

Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

1 year 2 months

Senior Key Account & Project Manager – DACH Region

WorkExpress Sp. z o.o.

Overall responsibility for customer projects in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (>200 employees deployed).
Building and developing strategic key accounts as well as the sales structure in the German-speaking region.
Leading an interdisciplinary project team (recruiting, coordination, team leadership).
Developing custom solution concepts for major customers in FMCG logistics.
Planning and managing all project KPIs including pricing, target margins, budget & P&L.
Conducting market analyses and building industry-specific solution offerings.
Customer acquisition, support, and escalation management for major FMCG customers.
Negotiation and closing of customer-specific framework agreements.
Planning, implementation, and continuous optimization of staffing and efficiency KPIs.
Acquisition of new business with a sales volume of EUR 2.7 million.
Customers (among others): REWE, TCHIBO, NETTO, EDEKA distribution centers.

May 2012 - Nov 2012

7 months

Inhouse Project Manager Central Purchasing

Andreas Christ Spedition und Möbeltransport GmbH

Project responsibility for the company-wide centralization of purchasing.
Management of group-wide procurement activities in cooperation with 7 locations.
Development and implementation of a group-wide purchasing strategy.
Building structured category management and supplier pools.
Conducting supplier audits, selection, and negotiation processes.
Implementation of standardized price and contract terms.
Operational support in planning, order tracking, price comparisons, and complaint management.
Responsibility for planning and implementing CAPEX investments.
Introduction of a company-wide fleet management system in cooperation with Mercedes-Benz, including employee training.

Oct 2010 - Mar 2012

1 year 6 months

Poland

SCM Coordinator

PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)

Management of end-to-end order processing for OEM and Tier-1 customers (e.g. Mercedes-Benz, Knorr-Bremse, John Deere, Continental, Brose).
Leading an interdisciplinary team (10 FTE).
Coordination of all open orders with a focus on prioritization and on-time execution.
Escalation management for shortages, production delays, and customer complaints.
Coordination with production, planning, and shipping to ensure delivery reliability.
Negotiation of special requests, small quantities, and express requirements with customers.
Implementation of internal improvement measures to optimize processes and service.

Jul 2007 - Oct 2010

3 years 4 months

Poland

Strategic Buyer

PKC Group (formerly SEGU Polska Sp. z o.o.)

Building and further developing category and supplier management.
Conducting market analyses and leading the tender management process.
Identifying savings potential and implementing TCO measures.
Inventory management and material demand planning.
Optimizing lot sizes, delivery cycles, and order frequencies (MOQ vs. EOQ).
Handling technical complaints and coordinating corrective actions.
Supporting the rollout of ProAlpha: conducting error analyses for automated material demand calculation.
Material groups: sensors, cables, connectors, brackets, clips, hoses, ferrite cores.

Jun 2007 - Jul 2007

2 months

Poland

Trainee

SUTCO Polska Sp. z o.o.

Practical insight into all key manufacturing and planning processes.
Rotations through production, production planning, and engineering.
Learning the manufacturing processes for critical components and plant parts.
Training and instruction in reading and understanding technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.

Oct 2002 - Dec 2006

4 years 3 months

Germany

Career Soldier (fixed-term)

Deutsche Bundeswehr

Staff and training soldier with a focus on driving and safety training.
Instructor for IT security and military transport logistics.
Deployment in the NATO Response Force (NRF) as part of a multinational rapid reaction force (1.5 years).
Developing resilience, leadership skills, and decisiveness under high-pressure conditions.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Professional Services, and Retail.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Agriculture

Food and Beverage

Professional Services

Retail

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development.

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Logistics

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Research and Development

Summary

~23 years of professional experience, including ~21 years in Procurement (strategic), Purchasing (operational) and Supply Chain Management
~14 years of management experience as line, project and interim manager
~11 years of experience as a management consultant, Procurement & SCM consultant – self-employed consultant since 2022

Skills

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
Strategic Procurement & Operational Purchasing Excellence
S2c & P2p Modelling
Global Sourcing & Category Management
Cost & Value Engineering, Tco
Source-To-Pay
Vendor & Contract Management
Supply Chain Excellence
End-To-End Supply Chain Management & S&Op
Supply Chain Optimization & Transformation
Inventory Optimization & Demand Planning
Ai Integration & Analytics
Leadership & Change Management
Agile & Procurement Leadership
Interim Management
Post-Merger Integration & Turnarounds
Digitalization & Analytics Setup, Predictive Analysis
Compliance & Technology
Esg, Lksg, Dora, Mdr, Gxp, Iso Standards 9001, 14001, 13485, Iatf 16949
Sap, Ariba, Coupa, Navision, Ms Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power Bi, Ai Tools
Risk Management & Business Continuity
Management Consulting (Including Kloepfel Consulting, Hk International Consulting, Self-Employed Consultant)
Automotive & Emobility (Including Moove Gmbh, Megatech, Heinzmann, Wix Filtron, Pkc Group, Segu Gmbh)
Industry & Automation (Including Blumenbecker Automation, LüHr Filter Gmbh, Sanha Gmbh, Nordfolien Gmbh)
Life Science & Medtech (Including LöWenstein Medical Technology Gmbh & Co. Kg)
Retail (Including Patura Kg, Netto Polska, Orsay, Txm S.A., Pepco, Toys'R'Us)
Food Industry (Including Iglotex S.A., TöNnies)
Services (Including Cws Boco, Transpak Ag, Workexpress Sp. Z O.O.)
Logistics (Including Andreas Christ Spedition Und MöBeltransport Gmbh)
Fmcg (Logistics) (Including Edeka, Penny, Rewe, Tchibo)
Packaging Industry (Including Nordfolien Gmbh)
Total Managed Procurement Volume: ~2.4 Billion Euros
Achieved Savings & Cost Avoidances: ~50.0 Million Euros P.A.
Successfully Led Projects And Interim Mandates: 20+ International Mandates
Managed Suppliers: 6,000+ Suppliers Worldwide
Successfully Managed Complex Tenders And Tender Programs
Contract Negotiations And Category Strategies
Implementation Of Design-To-Cost, Tco And Resilience Sourcing Approaches
Best On-Time Delivery Performance: 98.8% On-Time Delivery
Highest Inventory Reduction: 31%
Best Lead Time Optimization: 19% Reduction
Supply Chain Resilience: 96.2%
Restructuring Of Several Procurement And Scm Organizations In An International Context
Reduction Of Lead Times And Inventory Through Process Automation And Forecast Optimization
Introduction Of Procurement Controlling (Including Kpi Systems, Target Deviation Analysis) And Kpi Systems For Performance Management
Digitalization Of Procurement Through The Integration Of Ai-Based Tools And Platforms
20+ Projects In Leadership Responsibility
Leadership Of Teams With Up To 69 Fte In Scm And Up To 10 Fte In Procurement
Leadership Of International Project Teams With Up To 200 Fte
Building And Developing High-Performing, Interdisciplinary Teams
Managing Organization-Wide Change Projects In Procurement, Planning And Supply Chain
Empowering Procurement Teams Through Coaching, Mentoring And Targeted Skill Development
Stakeholder Management At Executive Management And C-Level
Method Expertise: Workshop Facilitation, Process Modeling, Cost Structure Analysis
Organizational Development: Role & Task Architecture, Performance Systems
Digitalization: Selection, Introduction & Management Of Ai-Supported Systems In Procurement
Leadership: Team Building, Change Enablement, Mentoring And Sustainable Talent Development
Sales: Management Of Growth Projects & Sales Campaigns
Intercultural Competence

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Polish

Advanced

Education

Oct 2005 - Jun 2007

FernUniversität in Hagen

Business Administration · Hagen, Germany

Oct 1999 - Jun 2002

Berufskolleg am Kothen

Entrance qualification for university of applied sciences · Wuppertal, Germany

Certifications & licenses

SQL Programming & Qlik Sense Designer

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 28

Experience in Automotive 11 y

Avg length 4 y 1 m

Longest experience 5 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Poland, Germany)

Primary country Poland

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) | Interim SCM & Procurement Manager | Member of the Management Board, Interim Procurement Manager | Head of Procurement

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Agriculture

Main business areas Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics

Qualifications

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

November 2024

Last Update

August 2026

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

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

Alexander has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Alexander has worked in at least 28 different roles and for 27 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Alexander may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Alexander would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) | Interim SCM & Procurement Manager | Member of the Management Board, Interim Procurement Manager | Head of Procurement.

Alexander's most recent position is Interim Manager Procurement | Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG.

In recent years, Alexander has worked for Löwenstein Medical Technology GmbH & Co. KG, AFT Group, Heinzmann GmbH, Moove GmbH, and agriKomp GmbH.

Alexander is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Agriculture. Alexander also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Professional Services, and Retail.

Alexander is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Logistics. Alexander also has some experience in Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development.

Alexander has recently worked in industries like Agriculture, Energy, and Healthcare.

Alexander has recently worked in business areas like Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics.

Alexander attended FernUniversität in Hagen for Business Administration.

Alexander has 3 certificates. These include: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, SQL Programming & Qlik Sense Designer, and Six Sigma Black Belt.

Alexander is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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