Dieter Backhausen - Project Lead E-Commerce Europe

Q: Where is Dieter based?

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

Q: What languages does Dieter speak?

Dieter speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Afrikaans (Elementary), Dutch (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Dieter have?

Dieter has at least 51 years of experience. During this time, Dieter has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 8 months . Note that Dieter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Dieter's latest experience?

Dieter's most recent position is Project Lead E-Commerce Europe at Reckitt Benkiser Health Care .

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

In recent years, Dieter has worked for Logo System .

Q: Which industries is Dieter most experienced in?

Dieter is most experienced in industries like Transportation , Food and Beverage , and Manufacturing . Dieter also has some experience in Energy and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas is Dieter most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Dieter worked in recently?

Dieter has recently worked in industries like Transportation .

Q: Which business areas has Dieter worked in recently?

Dieter has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Procurement , and Supply Chain Management .

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Bornheim, Germany

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Experience

Dec 2012 - May 2013

6 months

Milan, Italy

Project Lead E-Commerce Europe

Reckitt Benkiser Health Care

Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

11 months

Slough, United Kingdom

European Network Study in 27 Countries

Reckitt Benkiser Household

Jul 2008 - Jan 2009

7 months

Mossel Bay, South Africa

Project Lead Stock Management

Petro SA

Oct 2006 - Mar 2009

2 years 6 months

Tehran, Iran, Islamic Republic of

Interim Management in Primary and Secondary Distribution

Danone

Jan 1995 - Present

31 years 5 months

Owner

Logo System

Strategic skills
Sales & Operational Planning including forecasting and net requirements planning
Process design and organizational development
Inventory management
Tender management for transport, warehousing, and co-packing
Budget and resource planning
Operational skills
Division/department management with full process, budget, and personnel responsibility
Operational customization of IT systems
Leadership responsibility for up to 150 employees
REFA experience
Interface management with adjacent areas
International procurement logistics
Coaching and training employees

Oct 1983 - Jun 1995

11 years 9 months

Euskirchen, Germany

Manager Transport, Warehousing & Distribution

Quaker Latz GmbH

Sales of approx. €800 million
Warehouse capacity: approx. 8,000 internal pallet locations and approx. 35,000 external pallet locations
Freight volume of approx. 250,000 tonnes each for inbound and outbound
Managed approx. 50 employees (6–8 commercial employees; rest operational staff)
Budget responsibility for freight and warehousing of approx. €18 million
Department head for external logistics
Rolling forecast for intercompany business
In-house warehouse operations
Customs assistant
Inventory manager
Inbound/outbound transportation
Budget planning and reporting
Procurement logistics
Project 'European Freight Procurement' intercompany (budget approx. €11 million)
Project manager for 'Thirst Quencher' launch (Gatorade), including sourcing bottlers
SAP implementation
Reporting line:
Operational = Plant Manager
Strategic = CEO

Jul 1981 - Sep 1983

2 years 3 months

Cologne, Germany

Group Leader Export and Deputy Head of Pricing

Spedition West – Friesland GmbH

Quotation calculations (RFQs)
Responsible for the Export France department (automotive)
Staff responsibility: 3 commercial employees
Revenue responsibility: approx. €8 million

Jan 1978 - Jun 1981

3 years 6 months

Cologne, Germany

Clerk and Group Leader

Spedition Schenker & Co GmbH

Claims and damage handling
Group leader for long-haul dispatching
Project management
Transport operations for papal visit
Operational integration of new major clients
Staff responsibility: 2 dispatchers

Jul 1975 - Dec 1977

2 years 6 months

Cologne, Germany

Traineeship as Freight Forwarding Clerk

Schenker & Co GmbH

Final exam: freight forwarding assistant certificate, grade 2.1

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Transportation, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Energy.

Transportation

Food and Beverage

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Energy

Business Area Experience

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

Supply Chain Management

Operations

Procurement

Logistics

Project Management

Research and Development

Summary

Cross-industry and internationally experienced expert in supply chain/logistics. Balanced skills in strategic and operational environments. Strong analytical skills with a high "ZDF" (=numbers, data, facts) mindset. A seasoned personality with strong composure, initiative, negotiation and implementation skills, team orientation, ambition, respect and social competence.

Specialized in the areas of transport (network, procurement, management and control), inventory management, S&OP, and process design

Skills

Specialized In The Areas Of Transport (Network, Procurement, Management And Control), Inventory Management, S&op, And Process Design
Sap (Various Modules, E.g. Sd, Mm, Apo)
Erp Industry Solutions (E.g. Gus, Orgasoft, Inconso, Etc.)
Various Route Planning And Freight Billing Tools, E.g. Glo Or Ctsi
Advanced Ms Office Skills

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Afrikaans

Elementary

Dutch

Elementary

Education

Oct 1981 - Sep 1984

FernUniversität Hagen

Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Materials Management · Hagen, Germany

Oct 1978 - Jun 1981

Weiterbildungskolleg Köln

Abitur (German high school diploma) · Cologne, Germany

Jul 1975 - Dec 1977

Schenker & Co GmbH

Apprenticeship as a freight forwarding clerk · Freight forwarding clerk · Cologne, Germany · 2,1

...and 2 more

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 9

Experience in Transportation 39.5 y

Avg length 6 y 2 m

Longest experience 31 y 4 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 5 (Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, South Africa, Iran, Islamic Republic of)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Project Lead E-Commerce Europe, European Network Study in 27 Countries, Project Lead Stock Management

Main industries Transportation, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing

Main business areas Supply Chain Management, Operations, Procurement

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Profile

Created

May 2025

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Dieter based?

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

What languages does Dieter speak?

Dieter speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Afrikaans (Elementary), Dutch (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Dieter have?

Dieter has at least 51 years of experience. During this time, Dieter has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 8 months. Note that Dieter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Dieter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Dieter would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Lead E-Commerce Europe, European Network Study in 27 Countries, Project Lead Stock Management.

What is Dieter's latest experience?

Dieter's most recent position is Project Lead E-Commerce Europe at Reckitt Benkiser Health Care.

What companies has Dieter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dieter has worked for Logo System.

Which industries is Dieter most experienced in?

Dieter is most experienced in industries like Transportation, Food and Beverage, and Manufacturing. Dieter also has some experience in Energy and Healthcare.

Which business areas is Dieter most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Dieter worked in recently?

Dieter has recently worked in industries like Transportation.

Which business areas has Dieter worked in recently?

Dieter has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Dieter's education?

Dieter holds a Bachelor in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Materials Management from FernUniversität Hagen.

What is the availability of Dieter?

Dieter is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Dieter?

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