Andreas Brachwitz - Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation

Q: Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Erlangen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Andreas speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation at Brachwitz Interim Management .

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

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Brachwitz Interim Management , Framatome GmbH (Covalion EPC) , and AUDI AG MAGNA Telemotive GmbH & BMW Group .

Q: Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Professional Services , and Energy . Andreas also has some experience in Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Product Development , and Supply Chain Management . Andreas also has some experience in Procurement , Quality Assurance , and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Energy , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Procurement , and Supply Chain Management .

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Erlangen, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2026 - Present

5 months

Erlangen, Germany

Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation

Brachwitz Interim Management

Structured digitalization mandates for project businesses, developing governance frameworks, data models, and digital toolchain integration strategies for complex industrial environments
Advised on data break resolution, standardized data flows, and end-to-end process harmonization across project management chains
Developed knowledge retention strategies and digital tools to systematically capture and share organizational expertise
Achieved active market positioning for project excellence and digitalization mandates in industrial environments (Siemens Energy, EFESO, Capgemini Engineering)

Jul 2025 - Dec 2025

6 months

Erlangen, Germany

Director Project Operations | Head of PMO | Head of Service Operations

Framatome GmbH (Covalion EPC)

Established and steered cross-functional governance structures across 34 engineers in 4 groups, defining accountability and ownership for digitalization initiatives spanning project management, service operations, and bid management
Identified and resolved key data breaks along the project management process chain, establishing standards for data models, unique identifiers, and reporting flows enabling seamless collaboration between functions
Implemented standardized digital tool chains, KPI dashboards, and governance cadences, enabling data-driven performance monitoring and full delivery transparency across the business unit
Drove Lean PMO methodology and process optimization, translating strategic objectives into actionable digital programs with measurable outcomes
Built structured coaching frameworks for team leads, standardized delivery playbooks, and reusable governance tools, anchoring expertise in the organization for scalable, repeatable execution
Led harmonization of project management processes and data structures in preparation for ERP transformation, clarifying responsibilities and ensuring digital requirements were efficiently implemented across the project business
Improved schedule adherence from 75% to 94% through data-driven Lean PMO and digital governance
Established scalable, standardized project execution framework as foundation for ongoing digital transformation, including strategy recalibration

Aug 2021 - Jul 2024

3 years

Munich, Germany

Program Manager | Area Project Manager - Body in White / Exterior

AUDI AG MAGNA Telemotive GmbH & BMW Group

Applied structured data models, milestone tracking systems, and KPI frameworks to manage delivery performance across global supply chains, ensuring data quality and flow across Engineering, Procurement, Quality, and Finance
Integrated agile methods (Scrum) into structured project delivery, driving adoption of new digital processes and tools, enabling faster iteration cycles, and reducing handover waste across international teams
Coordinated stakeholders across Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, and OEM customer functions, building trusted networks and driving shared ownership of digital delivery milestones
Benchmarked international supplier markets and piloted unconventional sourcing models, applying data-driven insights to validate cost and quality viability across three continents
Achieved 40% procurement cost reduction through systematic data-driven benchmarking and process optimization
Delivered all work packages on time and within quality parameters across multi-year OEM programs

Sep 2019 - Mar 2020

7 months

Böblingen, Germany

Head of Engineering | Senior Engineering Manager - Vehicle Development

INEOS Automotive

Built engineering governance structure, digital evaluation frameworks, and standardized supplier qualification processes, creating a scalable, data-driven operating model for a growing organization
Established quality, compliance, and reporting standards to ensure new employees could quickly leverage organizational knowledge through structured frameworks and digital tools
Challenged established engineering approaches by piloting unconventional development models, fostering a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement
Delivered scalable, digital-ready engineering governance as a robust operating basis for an organization growing rapidly from greenfield to production

Oct 2017 - Sep 2019

2 years

Munich, Germany

Program Manager - Body & Exterior Development

BMW Group

Developed and implemented standardized digital checklists, process toolchains, and governance frameworks across 5 programs, creating reusable, scalable digital tools for project execution
Managed KPI tracking across schedule, function, cost, quality, and weight, applying data-driven insights to proactively identify deviations and steer corrective action
Coordinated across Development, Supply Chain, and Finance, facilitating alignment meetings, governance reviews, and stakeholder presentations at Executive level
Introduced standardized execution methods and quality assurance routines, embedding best practices in team workflows and ensuring knowledge was retained and transferable
Achieved +25% production efficiency through digital process standardization and data-driven quality assurance
Delivered all 5 programs on schedule and within quality parameters, reusing the digital governance framework across programs

Feb 2015 - Sep 2017

2 years 8 months

Munich, Germany

Engineering Team Leader | Deputy Project Manager

MAGNA STEYR

Sep 2012 - Jan 2015

2 years 5 months

Munich, Germany

Subproject Manager, Fuel Supply System

PSW Automotive

Jun 2011 - Sep 2012

1 year 4 months

Munich, Germany

Working Student, Service & Supply Chain Management

H&Z Consulting

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Professional Services, Energy, and Manufacturing.

Automotive

Professional Services

Energy

Manufacturing

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Operations.

Project Management

Product Development

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Quality Assurance

Operations

Summary

Engineering and project excellence leader with 15+ years of cross-functional experience driving digital transformation, PMO governance, data excellence, and process standardization in complex global industrial environments. Proven track record of establishing governance structures, translating strategic digitalization objectives into actionable programs, and leading cross-functional teams across Business Areas, Digital Core functions and R&D. Deep expertise in building scalable PMO frameworks, data management initiatives, KPI systems, and standardized workflows - with hands-on experience introducing agile and digital tools into project execution.

Skills

Digital Transformation Leadership
Bim Strategy & Digital Twins
S4e / S4energy Readiness
Data Management & Data Breaks
End-to-end Data Flows & Models
Portfolio Management Frameworks
Process Standardization & Optimization
Cross-functional Governance Structures
Pmi / Agile / Scrum / Lean
Kpi Systems & Performance Monitoring
Continuous Improvement Culture
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Change Management & Tool Adoption
Knowledge Retention Strategies
Stakeholder Facilitation & Presentation

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2024 - Jun 2026

FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg

Executive MBA, Sustainability Management · Sustainability Management · Erlangen, Germany

Oct 2000 - Jun 2006

Pforzheim University

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Mechanical Engineering, Production, Automation & Plastics Technology · Mechanical Engineering – Production, Automation & Plastics Technology · Pforzheim, Germany · 2.1

Certifications & licenses

Chief Technology Manager

RWTH International Academy, Aachen

Lean Management Master

Scrum Master

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Automotive 10.5 y

Avg length 1 y 6 m

Longest experience 2 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation, Director Project Operations | Head of PMO | Head of Service Operations, Program Manager | Area Project Manager - Body in White / Exterior

Main industries Automotive, Professional Services, Energy

Main business areas Project Management, Product Development, Supply Chain Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

May 2026

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Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Erlangen, Germany.

What languages does Andreas speak?

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

How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Andreas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Andreas would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation, Director Project Operations | Head of PMO | Head of Service Operations, Program Manager | Area Project Manager - Body in White / Exterior.

What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Interim Manager - Project Excellence & Transformation at Brachwitz Interim Management.

What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Brachwitz Interim Management, Framatome GmbH (Covalion EPC), and AUDI AG MAGNA Telemotive GmbH & BMW Group.

Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Professional Services, and Energy. Andreas also has some experience in Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Supply Chain Management. Andreas also has some experience in Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Operations.

Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Energy, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Andreas's education?

Andreas holds a Master in Sustainability Management from FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering – Production, Automation & Plastics Technology from Pforzheim University.

Does Andreas have any certificates?

Andreas has 3 certificates. These include: Chief Technology Manager, Lean Management Master, and Scrum Master.

What is the availability of Andreas?

Andreas will be available from May 2026.

What is the rate of Andreas?

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