Bernd (Robert) Reichle-Interim Executive | Consultant | Advisory Board Member
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Interim Executive | Consultant | Advisory Board Member
Bernd Reichle | Empower. Lead. Succeed.
Managing Director (CEO)
Milon Industries GmbH
- Development and implementation of a concept for the strategic realignment and turnaround of the Milon Group
- Responsibility for finance and accounting, business development, product management, manufacturing & supply chain, CRM, procurement, HR, IT, and quality management
- Initiation and implementation of an optimization concept to increase the efficiency of all logistics and manufacturing processes and raise output by around 40%
- Optimization of the entire order-to-cash process by introducing a change board, quality circles, and optimizing cash management
- Significant reduction of overdue receivables & payables and error costs, as well as reduction of bank liabilities while increasing liquidity at the same time
- Return to profitability within one year and increase in operating profit despite stable revenue
- Integration and implementation of the acquisition of Five Konzept GmbH & Co KG into the company group
- Managing the economic effects of the Covid pandemic through countercyclical action strategies and securing liquidity
- Supporting the M&A process in the sale of the company group to a new shareholder
Vice President Finance
Grenzebach Maschinenbau GmbH
- Responsible for corporate planning, budgeting, finance and accounting, and commercial contract management
- Preparation of the consolidated financial statements under HGB and management report, as well as investment controlling
- Interface to auditors, legal and tax advisors, and tax auditors
- Leading restructuring of a major manufacturing site and closure of a subsidiary with site relocation
- Design of group-wide collection and maintenance of order statistics
- Responsibility for IT systems within the group
Commercial Managing Director
MT Mechatronics GmbH
- Restructuring and strategic realignment: adaptation of the organizational structure and processes and setup of new business units
- Revision of project management processes and ICT tools, including bid calculation, risk & claim management, and resource planning
- Introduction of a standard WBS for consistent project structuring
- Flexibilization of the working time model to effectively manage fluctuations in employment through works agreements
Head of Accounting, Planning and IT Systems
MT Aerospace AG
- Responsible for finance and accounting, preparation of standalone financial statements and sub-group financial statements under HGB & IFRS
- Building an integrated corporate planning system (order intake, utilization, capacity, overheads, and personnel costs incl. profit planning)
- Treasury tasks incl. hedging against exchange rate risks after leaving the group
- Optimization of processes and streamlining of content with reduced headcount
- Adaptation of accounting to the requirements of the parent company and implementation of the sub-group package
- Spin-off of business units into legally independent companies and build-up of a redundant system infrastructure
Head of Accounting
MAN TransCom GmbH
- Responsible for finance and accounting and preparation of standalone financial statements under HGB & IFRS
- Corporate planning, financial accounting, and reporting
- Contact person for auditors and tax auditors as well as controllers of the parent company
- Settlement processes for early contract terminations and negotiation of payment agreements
- Design and coordination of the setup of financial services companies in Europe
- Implementation of an IT-supported accounts receivable management process
Manager International Relations
MAN TransCom GmbH
- Support in setting up financial services companies in Europe
- Introduction of financial services products at European sales companies
Commercial Clerk
MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG
- Preparation of half-year, annual, and forecast financial statements for the sub-group
- Preparation of monthly reports and consolidation of forecast data for MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG
Commercial Trainee
MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG
- Support in commercial administration
Intern & Student
MTR Machine Tool Research Inc.
- Completion of courses in accounting and cost accounting at Rochester College and practical application at MTR Machine Tool Research Inc.
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense, Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services, Transportation, and Banking and Finance.
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Experienced in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Strategy.
Summary
Looking at things holistically. From a business, technical, and organizational point of view.
My name is Bernd Reichle. I am an Interim Executive and lead change, turnaround, and restructuring projects. In addition, I work as a consultant, act as a sparring partner to management, and take on advisory board mandates.
As a commercial managing director, I am a generalist. With more than 25 years of professional experience in various leadership roles, I have a deep understanding of the business challenges and opportunities that companies face in dynamic and difficult times.
I am a specialist in finance, accounting & controlling, as well as organization.
Skills
Strategic Realignment, Strategy Development And Implementation
Turnaround Concept Development And Implementation
Steering Change Management And Transformation Processes
Cost-Cutting And Optimization Programs
Increasing Product Profitability
New Product Development For (Re)Positioning In The Market
M&A, Pmi And Carve-Out
Internationalization
Process And Cost Optimization
Increasing Competitiveness
Manufacturing: Optimizing Capacity, Control, And Utilization
Shared Services Structures
Risk Management
Kpi Systems
Realigning It Strategy / Digitalization
Conceptual Design And Implementation Of Reporting/Bi Systems, Kpi Systems, Communication/Collaboration, Dms Systems, Etc.
Continuing As Managing Director / Commercial Lead
Developing And Implementing Corporate Strategies
Maintaining And Strengthening Profitability
Finance And Accounting
Investment And R&D Planning & Execution Controlling
Budget Processes And Annual / Group Financial Statements
Reporting, Reporting, And Control Of Financial Key Figures
Investment Controlling
Commercial Contract Management And Project Controlling
Cooperation With Auditors, Tax Advisors, And Tax Auditors
Handover To The Successor
Managing Director (Ceo/Cfo) With Strong Skills In Shaping Strategies And Implementing Them Professionally
Entrepreneurial Leader With Broad Experience In The Business Management And Control Of Globally Operating Companies – Including Groups
Professional Leadership Of General Management, Business Development, Finance, Controlling, Sales & Customer Relationship Management (Crm), Production & Supply Chain, Product Management, Human Resources And It
Extensive Experience In Turnaround & Change Management Of Companies
Successful Restructuring Of Business Units, Optimization Of Business Processes And Execution Of M&A Processes Incl. Post-Merger Integration
Decisions In Product, Project & System Business Are Based On Sharp Analytical Thinking, Quick Identification Of Problem Areas, And Strong Problem-Solving Skills
Ms Office: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, Access
Visio, Mindmanager, Viflow, Thinkcell, Sharepoint, Power Bi
Sap Erp Ecc 6.0 (Co, Co-Ps, Fi, Fi-Aa, Bw)
Abas Erp
Analytical: Ability To Understand And Break Down Complex Problems
Systematic: Methodical Approach To Tasks And Problems
Forward-Looking: Ability To Anticipate Future Challenges And Opportunities
Reflective: Ability To Critically Question Own Actions And Decisions
Efficient & Effective: Maximizing Output Quality With Minimal Use Of Resources
Structured: Organized Approach To Achieving Goals
Goal-Oriented / Solution-Oriented: Focused On Reaching Goals And Finding Solutions
Consistent / Reliable: Steady And Dependable Pursuit Of Goals And Tasks
Communicative / Integrative: Ability To Communicate Effectively And Bring Teams Together
Calm / Composed: Keeping Calm And Maintaining An Overview In Stressful Situations, Which Helps Strengthen The Team
Pragmatic: Flexibility In The Approach, Depending On The Specific Situation Or Topic
Holistic: Looking At Problems And Solutions In A Broader Context
Languages
Education
University of Augsburg
Diplom-Kaufmann (Univ.) · Degree in Business Administration · Augsburg, Germany
Business High School Böblingen
General university entrance qualification / Abitur · Böblingen, Germany
Gymnasium Unterrieden
Sindelfingen, Germany
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