Dirk Lambrecht - Managing Director

Q: Where is Dirk based?

Dirk is based in Hamelin, Germany .

Q: What languages does Dirk speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Dirk have?

Dirk has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, Dirk has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 9 years and 8 months . Note that Dirk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Dirk's latest experience?

Dirk's most recent position is Managing Director at Sun Chemical (DIC Group) .

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

In recent years, Dirk has worked for Sun Chemical (DIC Group) .

Q: Which industries is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Chemical , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management , Logistics , and Production . Dirk also has some experience in Sustainability Management , Sales , and Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in industries like Chemical and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in business areas like Production , Supply Chain Management , and Sustainability Management .

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Experience

Jan 2014 - Dec 2024

11 years

Managing Director

Sun Chemical (DIC Group)

Managed the two largest production plants for publication printing inks
Carried out socially responsible restructuring in a shrinking market → secured the site
Strategic realignment: established a central EU plant → double-digit million savings in logistics & production
Reduced CO₂ footprint by over 25%

Jan 2001 - Dec 2014

14 years

Head of Global Supply Chain Management

Optibelt Group

Responsible for the supply chain across 6 plants & 15 warehouses worldwide
Integrated new production sites in Romania & China
Implemented SAP rollout & change management in a rigid organization
Secured revenue growth through optimized logistics structures

Jan 1999 - Dec 2001

3 years

Regional Account Manager South America / Expat

Continental AG

Built the Continental brand in South America (passenger car & truck tires)
Managed a complete wheel assembly plant (Mercedes A-Class)
Developed market entry strategy & OEM partnerships

Interim Plant Manager

Coates Screen Inks GmbH

Stabilized operations
Set up EHS system

Logistics & Inventory Controlling

Continental; Arntz Optibelt

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Chemical, and Automotive.

Manufacturing

Chemical

Automotive

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production, Sustainability Management, Sales, and Strategy.

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Production

Sustainability Management

Sales

Strategy

Summary

With over 25 years of international leadership experience in corporations and family businesses (including Sun Chemical, Arntz Optibelt Group, Continental), I take on interim roles as CEO, COO, or CRO.

My focus: increasing efficiency, implementing restructurings, leading transformations successfully – fact-based, empathetic, and with clear communication.

My strength: combining methodological expertise & empathetic leadership, proven successful in turnaround situations, site restructurings, and supply chain transformations.

Skills

Restructuring & Crisis Management
Supply Chain Management & Production Optimization
Strategic Realignment & Site Transformation
Leading International Teams
Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvement
Change Management & Employee Retention

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Manufacturing 24 y

Avg length 5 y 7 m

Longest experience 13 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles Managing Director, Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Regional Account Manager South America / Expat

Main industries Manufacturing, Chemical, Automotive

Main business areas Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production

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Created

August 2025

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Where is Dirk based?

Dirk is based in Hamelin, Germany.

What languages does Dirk speak?

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

How many years of experience does Dirk have?

Dirk has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, Dirk has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 9 years and 8 months. Note that Dirk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Dirk be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Dirk would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director, Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Regional Account Manager South America / Expat.

What is Dirk's latest experience?

Dirk's most recent position is Managing Director at Sun Chemical (DIC Group).

What companies has Dirk worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dirk has worked for Sun Chemical (DIC Group).

Which industries is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Logistics, and Production. Dirk also has some experience in Sustainability Management, Sales, and Strategy.

Which industries has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in industries like Chemical and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in business areas like Production, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability Management.

What is the availability of Dirk?

Dirk is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Dirk?

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