Henrik B.-Interim Manager - Supply Chain & Procurement
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Experience
Interim Supply Chain Manager
Ferring AG
- Managed end-to-end supply for AT/CH markets → ensured continuous availability.
- Coordinated interfaces with 4PL logistics partners → improved and stabilized customer service levels.
- Aligned demand & supply with commercial, finance, local and global teams → enhanced forecast reliability and planning visibility.
- Supported SAP S/4HANA rollout and testing → ensured system readiness and minimized go-live risks.
- Strengthened collaboration with Finance, Quality, and external partners → streamlin
External Consultant - Global Procurement
Grünenthal GmbH
- Integral part of a cross-functional External Supply (ESO) Team
- Communicated and negotiated with Contract Manufacturers (CDMOs) about contracts, pricing, timelines, new products, technical capabilities, etc.
- Managed RfI and RFQ processes (Request-for-Information, Request-for-Quotation) for various outsourcing projects
- Evaluated CDMO proposals, including short-listing and selecting the most suitable candidates
- Participated in several high-profile due diligence processes to analyze the potential end-to-end supply chain takeover of products from other pharma companies
Logistics Delegate – Emergency Response Unit
Pharma Technology Transfer Swiss Red Cross
- Part of the Emergency Response Unit, providing immediate logistics and supply chain expertise after a disastrous earthquake left thousands homeless
- Worked closely with a wide range of partners in a very fragile and dangerous environment to ensure the quick delivery of relief goods and medical equipment to beneficiaries, relief teams, and hospitals, on time and in full
External Supply Chain Consultant – Network Planning
BioNTech SE
- Planned production of the vaccine against Covid-19
- Ensured reliable deliveries of drug solution, drug substance, drug products, and finished products between the different partner sites involved
- Held full responsibility for aligning all capacity, production schedules, and other planning activities with different internal sites at BioNTech and Pfizer, as well as external Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs)
- Introduced new CMOs and other partners into the supply network (started with 4 sites and ramped up to 15+ production locations involved at various stages of the supply chain within 9 months)
Interim Supply Operations Manager
Novartis Pharma AG
- Part of the External Supply Organisation of Novartis Technical Operations (NTO)
- Responsible for supplying key oncology products from various GlaxoSmithKline production sites to customer countries worldwide
- Actively participated in various product transfer projects between different GSK and Novartis sites and managed different stakeholder interests
- Led and managed monthly supply review meetings and the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process
- Ensured reliable production and supply of lifesaving products during the start of the Covid-19 pandemic
External Consultant – Supply Chain & Network Design
Grünenthal GmbH
- Support of Global Network Design Team to reduce backlog of various projects
- Improving the evaluation of new business cases for contract manufacturing (e.g. make vs. buy analysis)
- Analysing and comparing different options for potential collaboration with a large medical devices company
Interim Supply Chain Project Manager
Cheplapharm Arzneimittel GmbH
- Managing all procurement and supply chain aspects for the transfer of market authorizations for key products from Bristol-Myers Squibb to Cheplapharm
- Negotiation and close collaboration with contract manufacturers (CMOs) in Italy, Germany, France and Japan to ensure a smooth transition and reliable product supply without disruptions
- Responsible for the whole end-to-end supply chain management from provision of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), production of bulk/semi-finished products to primary/secondary packaging at external CMOs
- Production and all supply chain processes of more than 70 different products at several CMOs were successfully transferred to Cheplapharm before deadline, within budget and without any negative customer impact
Interim Supply & Order Manager
Novartis Pharma AG
- Manager responsible for part of a large global project to integrate products from another acquired company into the Novartis portfolio; coordination of operational migration activities with manufacturing plants, customer services, country organisations, logistics, finance, life cycle management, etc.
- Managing and ensuring reliable deliveries of more than 500 different products from production plants in North and South America, Europe and Asia to local Novartis country organisations all over the world
- Development of best practice operating procedures to avoid technical issues or solve them quickly
- Acting as SAP Key User (SD/MM/PP) and escalation point for the whole team
Supply Chain Manager
Pepsico Beverages Switzerland GmbH
- Leading all supply chain and logistics functions for the Swiss and Austrian market units including 3 warehouses at logistics providers and external customer service
- Part-project leadership in changing of business operation model (100,000+ Euro logistics cost savings p.a.)
- Part-project leadership in integration of new product categories and distribution channels into own portfolio
Supply Chain Coordinator
Pepsico Beverages Switzerland GmbH
- Production planning and arranging of deliveries from factories in various countries into the Swiss distribution centre
- Regular management and execution of stock counts and inventory reconciliation
- Ensuring product availability at major events (World Economic Forum, Paleo Festival)
Supply Leader
Wincanton plc
- Responsible for material and production planning within the external P&G co-packing department, 2 subordinates
- Own development and implementation of a new material planning system (MRP)
- Continuous initiatives to improve operational efficiency and decrease overall processing time, optimization of warehouse space, inventory reduction
Delivery Reliability Manager
Wincanton plc
- Ensuring products are being delivered on time and in full from the P&G distribution centre to UK retailers and wholesalers, 2 subordinates
- Close collaboration with customers, warehouse management, dispatch operations, import, outbound logistics, transport, etc. to ensure excellent service levels are being achieved (99% on time and in full deliveries)
Transport Shift Manager
Wincanton plc
- Responsible for petroleum and gas deliveries to petrol stations and airports on behalf of ConocoPhillips USA including planning of more than 40 drivers and vehicles
Industry experience
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Experienced in Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage, Transportation, and Biotechnology.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, Project Management, Procurement, and Production.
Summary
Experienced Interim Manager and Consultant with extensive knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Procurement. I have worked in a variety of Supply Chain roles at global corporations, mainly in the Pharmaceutical Industry. I consistently build strong partnerships with suppliers, contract manufacturers, customers, logistics providers, and other stakeholders across the entire Supply Chain. I optimize processes for maximum efficiency and effectiveness, deliver exceptional customer service, and achieve cost savings. I have expertise in many aspects of Technology Transfers between pharmaceutical companies. I am part of the Logistics Emergency Response Pool of the Swiss Red Cross, providing humanitarian support during major disasters.
Skills
End-To-End Supply Chain Management
Pharma Technology Transfer
Cdmo / Cmo Management
Rfx (Rfi / Rfp) Process
Ensuring Deliveries On Time And In Full
S&Op Management
Merial & Supply Planning
Procurement / Purchasing
Supply Process Optimization
Gmp / Gdp Knowledge
Expert Knowledge Of Ms Office Applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
Working Knowledge Of Sap (Key User Sd / Mm / Pp Modules)
Working Knowledge Of Material Resource Planning Tools (Mrp)
Working Knowledge Of Warehouse Management Systems (Wms)
Languages
Education
Macquarie University
International Management · Sydney, Australia
Technical University Bergakademie Freiberg
Graduate studies, equivalent to Master · Business Administration · Freiberg, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
APICS
Demand Driven Planner Professional (DDPP)
Demand Driven Institute
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
Expertise
Qualifications
Frequently asked questions
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Henrik is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Henrik speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary), Polish (Elementary).
Henrik has at least 17 years of experience. During this time, Henrik has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Henrik may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Henrik would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Supply Chain Manager, External Consultant - Global Procurement, Logistics Delegate – Emergency Response Unit.
Henrik's most recent position is Interim Supply Chain Manager at Ferring AG.
In recent years, Henrik has worked for Ferring AG and Grünenthal GmbH.
Henrik is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage, and Transportation. Henrik also has some experience in Biotechnology and Healthcare.
Henrik is most experienced in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Logistics, and Operations. Henrik also has some experience in Project Management, Procurement, and Production.
Henrik has recently worked in industries like Pharmaceutical.
Henrik has recently worked in business areas like Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Operations.
Henrik holds a Master in Business Administration from Technical University Bergakademie Freiberg.
Henrik has 3 certificates. These include: Certified Associate In Project Management (CAPM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), and Demand Driven Planner Professional (DDPP).
Henrik will be available from April 2027.
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