Arne Walter - Interim Manager

Q: What languages does Arne speak?

Arne speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Native), Swedish (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Arne have?

Arne has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Arne has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years . Note that Arne may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Arne's latest experience?

Arne's most recent position is Consultant - Inventory Transparency & Available to Promise (ATP) at Self-employed .

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

In recent years, Arne has worked for Self-employed , Supply Chain & Trade Solutions (Santova Group) , Logwin , and Amcor Flexibles .

Q: Which industries is Arne most experienced in?

Arne is most experienced in industries like Transportation , Manufacturing , and Tourism . Arne also has some experience in Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas is Arne most experienced in?

Arne is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Operations , and Logistics . Arne also has some experience in Information Technology , Project Management , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Arne worked in recently?

Arne has recently worked in industries like Transportation , Manufacturing , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas has Arne worked in recently?

Arne has recently worked in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Operations , and Information Technology .

Q: What is Arne's education?

Arne holds a Doctorate in Supply Chain Management / AI from RMIT University , a Master in Commerce (Economics) & Logistics Management from University of Sydney and a Bachelor in Business Administration from VWA Stuttgart .

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Experience

Feb 2025 - May 2025

4 months

Consultant - Inventory Transparency & Available to Promise (ATP)

Self-employed

A pharmaceutical wholesaler had classic ATP problems: purchase orders and inventory (via CargoWise/3PL) were not shown in real time.
Solution: Built real-time ATP via CargoWise and the 3PL’s web interface – order entry and inventory lookup directly through the web interface.
Result: Increased transparency and reliable ATP information for field staff and pharmacies. Improved customer service.

Apr 2023 - Nov 2024

1 year 8 months

Managing Director

Supply Chain & Trade Solutions (Santova Group)

Background: After the post-COVID high-margin phase, freight rates collapsed, profitability fell, team morale hit rock bottom, and there were customer complaints and claims. The acquired customs agent was not yet integrated.
Actions: Stabilized the team and customer base; one-on-one meetings with key clients; contract adjustments; IT harmonization (CargoWise as operational platform; global data lake on Snowflake for group reporting); integrated the customs agent into ICS (Australian customs system); opened the Melbourne branch; active new customer acquisition.
Result: Operational turnaround in 12 months, return to profitable growth; global data lake implemented; customs agent fully integrated; Melbourne branch opened.

Jan 2023 - Mar 2023

3 months

Project Manager WMS Migration CargoWise (Australian sub-project)

Logwin

Concept design, data migration, testing phase, and go-live coordination with the Logwin global team.
Result: Successful go-live without operational interruption. Australian sub-project completed on schedule.

Aug 2022 - Feb 2023

7 months

AI Consultant – Predictive Planning Tool for Parcel Volume

Self-employed

Designed and implemented a predictive decision tool for a 48-hour volume forecast per parcel center. Methodology: isolating influencing factors, data analysis, model training (3 months), backtesting (6 weeks), rollout across DACH. Platform automatically selects optimal algorithms.
Result: Reduced temporary labor costs by 25%. Completed decision tool rollout across DACH.

Feb 2021 - Mar 2022

1 year 2 months

Supply Chain Strategy – Cross-Dock Solution & 3PL Integration

Amcor Flexibles

Developed a new supply chain strategy based on a 3PL cross-dock solution and managed the full ERP integration project (SAP ↔ 3PL WMS). Handed over and commissioned with the 3PL partner.
Result: 35% reduction in inventory; improved route planning and lower transport costs; increased delivery reliability; full ERP integration while in operation.

Jun 2016 - Dec 2020

4 years 7 months

Sydney, Australia

Managing Director

AirRoad Logistics Pty Ltd

Full profit and loss responsibility (P&L) for EUR 35 million, up to 200 employees, 80,000 m² of warehouse space across 7 sites in 5 cities.
Turnaround: Restructured the loss-making unit through cost management and renegotiation of customer contracts.
Greenfield expansion: 20,000 m² in Sydney with high-bay racking, cold chain logistics, Dematic/Kardex AS/RS, pick-to-voice, and a 4,000 m² cold storage.
Delivered major customer projects for Fuji-Film (7 divisions, 15,000 SKUs, temperature-controlled, middleware interfaces) and Konica Minolta (new packing process for multifunction printers, web-based stakeholder platform, 25,000 spare part SKUs in Kardex Paternoster).
Further expansion in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide.
Outcome: EBITDA positive (AUD 1.5 million) in 2 years; built 7 sites in 5 cities; implemented and secured several major clients.

Mar 2012 - Jun 2016

4 years 4 months

Sydney, Australia

General Manager Contract Logistics

Logwin Air & Ocean Australia

Strategically built and led a standalone contract logistics division (solutions model similar to Europe/Asia).
Phase 1 (Greenfield): First 12,000 m² logistics center in Sydney with high-bay racking (up to 8 levels), narrow aisle trucks, staff selection and leadership, Crystal WMS.
Customized implementation for 6 existing customers: picking strategies, system integration, at least 4 interfaces per customer (inbound/outbound). Special processes: multi-level small order picking, hanging garment (GOH), carton and pallet processes.
Phase 2 (Growth): Active new customer acquisition (Deutsche Extrakt Kaffee, Eppendorf, Van Laak) and expansion into Melbourne.
Outcome: Doubled revenue within 24 months; established a profitable 3PL operation; gained several prominent customers; expanded to Melbourne.

Apr 2011 - Feb 2012

11 months

Melbourne, Australia

Implementation Assignment

AirRoad Logistics Melbourne

Complete implementation of Philips home appliances (kitchen electronics) as a new customer: warehouse processes, system integration, interface development with Philips Australia and the Netherlands.
Introduced and rolled out Infor SCM10 nationwide as the new WMS.
Innovation: Lean pick-and-pack – print shipping labels directly at the picking station with no intermediate steps.
Outcome: Successfully implemented Philips; rolled out Infor SCM10 at the site.

Dec 2010 - Feb 2012

1 year 3 months

Sydney, Australia

Consulting Assignment

Logwin Air & Ocean Australia

Feasibility study for building contract logistics in Australia: financial analysis, 10-year NPV, customer potential analysis, property and equipment planning.
Presented to the Logwin board in Aschaffenburg.
Outcome: Feasibility study approved – direct basis for permanent appointment as GM.

Jun 2006 - Oct 2010

4 years 5 months

London, United Kingdom

Supply Chain Manager Europe

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

Responsible for European supply chains in 27 countries and led a three-person planning team in London.
Set up a central Europe distribution hub in Rotterdam (30,000 m²) with DSV after RFI/RFP, fiscal representation, and ERP connection to Microsoft Dynamics; transport logistics for Eastern Europe and Russia.
Developed a web-based demand management system for over 30 distributors in 27 countries with a frozen-zone mechanism and real-time factory link.
Established spare parts logistics in London.
Outcome: Successfully built the Europe hub; implemented an integrated S&OP process for 27 countries; deployed the web-based demand system as a favorite project.

Sep 2003 - Jun 2006

2 years 10 months

Sydney, Australia

Supply Chain Manager Australia

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Australia

Managed the supply chain for the Australian market: coordinating between factories in Japan/China and distributors in Australia/New Zealand.
Implemented the ERP system Navision (Microsoft Dynamics) for order processing and supply chain processes.
Developed structured planning processes and high-availability spare parts logistics for reefer containers (same-day repair).
Established a 3PL control system with KPIs and bonus/malus clauses.
Regular factory visits in Japan to build the network.
Result: Successful roll-out of Navision/Dynamics; stable planning and order processing; appointed to London in 2006.

Aug 1998 - Jun 2001

2 years 11 months

Hamburg, Germany

IT Consultant / SAP Consultant

Integrata

Worked on what was then the largest SAP development project at Lufthansa Revenue Service GmbH (LRS): developing a revenue accounting system for the airline industry with over 180 consultants using SAP R/3.
Result: Successful completion of the large project; built solid SAP and IT project experience as a foundation for later digitization mandates.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Transportation, Manufacturing, Tourism, and Pharmaceutical.

Transportation

Manufacturing

Tourism

Pharmaceutical

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics, Information Technology, Project Management, and Business Intelligence.

Supply Chain Management

Operations

Logistics

Information Technology

Project Management

Business Intelligence

Summary

International supply chain executive and interim manager with over 20 years of leadership experience in Europe, Asia and Australia. Active in interim management for more than 5 years. Growing up in the Port of Hamburg (father: captain and stevedoring entrepreneur), logistics became second nature from childhood. Career path from IT consulting (SAP, LH Systems) through classic SCM (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, London/Rotterdam/Sydney) to managing director roles at 3PL companies in Australia. Expert in connecting operational excellence with digital innovation. Available for leadership and project mandates in restructuring, transformation, and 3PL/4PL setup and management.

Skills

Interim Management & Turnaround: Restructuring Loss-Making Units, Crisis Stabilization
Ai & Predictive Analytics (Phd)
Increasing Information Transparency In Supply Chains
Supply Chain Management: End-To-End Supply Chain Control, S&Op, Demand Planning, Global Logistics Provider Selection, Distribution Networks
Logistics Contracts: Rfi/Rfp & Contract Negotiation, International Contract Drafting (Anglo-Saxon Law)
3pl/4pl Setup & Operations: Greenfield Warehouse Setup, Scaling, Provider And Shipper Perspective
Process And Layout Optimization
Cross-Cultural Leadership: Led Teams In Au/Uk/Nl/De/Jp; German-Australian Background
Digital Transformation, Erp & Wms
Sales & Customer Acquisition
Target Industries: 3pl / 4pl Logistics Providers, Capital Goods, Mechanical Engineering, Consumer Electronics, Fmcg, Pharma / Medical Technology, Automotive Industry
Mandate Types: Leadership Roles (Ceo/Md/Vp/Director), Restructuring & Turnaround, Post-Merger Integration, Digital Transformation, Strategy Consulting, Project Management
Typical Deployment Scenarios: Leadership Vacuum, Profitability In The Basement, Demoralized Team, Dissatisfied Customers; The Supply Chain Becomes Too Complex To Manage; Supply Chain Digitization Is Overdue (Erp Migration, Wms Implementation, Ai-Based Planning, Etc.); Supply Chain Outsourcing And Insourcing Becomes Necessary; Companies Scaling And Growing Globally
Erp: Sap S4/H / R3, Jd Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Navision, Cargowise
Wms / Tms: Infor Scm10, Manhattan, Epg One, Cargowise, Crystal Wms (Singapore), Sap Ewm
Data & Ai: Snowflake, Pareto'S Ai Platform, Ai-Based Predictive Planning (Development & Implementation)
Automation: Dematic As/Rs, Kardex Storage And Retrieval Systems, Pick-To-Voice, Narrow-Aisle Trucks (Flexi-Trucks), Picking Strategies
Methods: Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Management, S&Op, Rfi/Rfp, Npv/Financial Planning, Frozen Zone Planning, Warehouse Layout Design

Languages

German

Native

English

Native

Swedish

Elementary

Education

Oct 2021 - Jun 2025

RMIT University

Doctor of Philosophy, Supply Chain Management / AI · Supply Chain Management / AI · Melbourne, Australia

Oct 2001 - Jun 2003

University of Sydney

Master of Commerce (Economics) & Master of Logistics Management · Commerce (Economics) & Logistics Management · Sydney, Australia

Oct 1995 - Jun 1998

VWA Stuttgart

Diploma in Business Administration (BA) · Business Administration · Stuttgart, Germany

Certifications & licenses

APICS CSCP

Six Sigma Black Belt

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 12

Experience in Transportation 12.5 y

Avg length 2 y

Longest experience 4 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Australia, United Kingdom, Germany)

Primary country Australia

Expertise

Recent roles Consultant - Inventory Transparency & Available to Promise (ATP), Managing Director, Project Manager WMS Migration CargoWise (Australian sub-project)

Main industries Transportation, Manufacturing, Tourism

Main business areas Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

June 2026

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What languages does Arne speak?

Arne speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Native), Swedish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Arne have?

Arne has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Arne has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Arne may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Arne be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Arne would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant - Inventory Transparency & Available to Promise (ATP), Managing Director, Project Manager WMS Migration CargoWise (Australian sub-project).

What is Arne's latest experience?

Arne's most recent position is Consultant - Inventory Transparency & Available to Promise (ATP) at Self-employed.

What companies has Arne worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Arne has worked for Self-employed, Supply Chain & Trade Solutions (Santova Group), Logwin, and Amcor Flexibles.

Which industries is Arne most experienced in?

Arne is most experienced in industries like Transportation, Manufacturing, and Tourism. Arne also has some experience in Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas is Arne most experienced in?

Arne is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Operations, and Logistics. Arne also has some experience in Information Technology, Project Management, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Arne worked in recently?

Arne has recently worked in industries like Transportation, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas has Arne worked in recently?

Arne has recently worked in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Operations, and Information Technology.

What is Arne's education?

Arne holds a Doctorate in Supply Chain Management / AI from RMIT University, a Master in Commerce (Economics) & Logistics Management from University of Sydney and a Bachelor in Business Administration from VWA Stuttgart.

Does Arne have any certificates?

Arne has 2 certificates. These include: APICS CSCP and Six Sigma Black Belt.

What is the availability of Arne?

Arne is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Arne?

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

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Implementation Assignment

AirRoad Logistics Melbourne

Consulting Assignment

Logwin Air & Ocean Australia

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

Supply Chain Manager Australia

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Australia

IT Consultant / SAP Consultant

Integrata

Industry Experience

Business Area Experience

Summary

Skills

Languages

Education

RMIT University

Doctor of Philosophy, Supply Chain Management / AI · Supply Chain Management / AI · Melbourne, Australia

University of Sydney

Master of Commerce (Economics) & Master of Logistics Management · Commerce (Economics) & Logistics Management · Sydney, Australia

VWA Stuttgart

Diploma in Business Administration (BA) · Business Administration · Stuttgart, Germany

Certifications & licenses

APICS CSCP

Six Sigma Black Belt

Statistics

Experience

Global Experience

Expertise

Qualifications

Profile

Frequently asked questions

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How many years of experience does Arne have?

What roles would Arne be best suited for?

What is Arne's latest experience?

What companies has Arne worked for in recent years?

Which industries is Arne most experienced in?

Which business areas is Arne most experienced in?

Which industries has Arne worked in recently?

Which business areas has Arne worked in recently?

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