Holger Wagner - Project Manager

Q: Where is Holger based?

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

Q: What languages does Holger speak?

Holger speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Native), Spanish (Native), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Holger have?

Holger has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Holger has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 14 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Holger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Holger's latest experience?

Holger's most recent position is Project Manager - Commercial at Pfeifer Structures GmbH .

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

In recent years, Holger has worked for Pfeifer Structures GmbH , Getinge AG , MKS Instruments GmbH , and CultivateCo Pty .

Q: Which industries is Holger most experienced in?

Holger is most experienced in industries like Metals and Mining , Education , and Cosmetics . Holger also has some experience in Construction , Manufacturing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Holger most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in industries like Cosmetics , Manufacturing , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in business areas like Logistics , Procurement , and Supply Chain Management .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Apr 2025 - Aug 2025

5 months

Memmingen, Germany

Project Manager - Commercial

Pfeifer Structures GmbH

Large roofing projects worldwide – stadium roof of CF Valencia/Spain
Preparing purchasing materials according to engineers’ specifications
Contract negotiations with stakeholders and suppliers (both external and internal)
Ensuring on-time delivery in optimal quantity
Coordinating all peripheral areas on site in Valencia
Ensuring supplier performance and compliance with high standards
Overview and control of global logistics
Developing and coordinating safety plans for on-site employee training
Saving nearly €1 million by preventing steel anti-dumping duties

Dec 2023 - Aug 2024

9 months

Barcelona, Spain

Interim Head of Procurement

Getinge AG

Ensuring compliance with local processes, ISO 13485, and company standards
Managing material availability and ensuring on-time delivery in optimal quantity
Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance and adherence to high standards

Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

10 months

Munich, Germany

Interim Manager Supply Chain & Logistics / Site Manager

MKS Instruments GmbH

Restructuring the warehouse as well as optimizing and installing partial automation of order picking operations
Managing the Munich site after change of ownership
Providing direct support to the CEO
Leading 8–60 employees
Modernizing department equipment
Leading the project to restore site operations to normal in less than two months after a worldwide ransomware attack
Working in the global crisis resolution team

Mar 2020 - Aug 2022

2 years 6 months

Medellín, Colombia

Lead Manager Supply Chain Management

CultivateCo Pty

Organizing and purchasing natural base products for production in Auckland, New Zealand
Coordinating logistics from German and Brazilian suppliers to New Zealand
Sourcing and contract negotiations with new suppliers for global operations
Coordinating packaging materials for two production lines (women and men)
Successfully set up the entire operation in three months for distribution and sales in week 47/2020 entirely from home office

Jul 2018 - Dec 2019

1 year 6 months

Lima, Peru

Director of Supply Chain Management

SyCo Ingenieros SA

Purchasing and organizing logistics for renovations of multiple shopping centers (Open Plaza Atocongo, Angamos, Pucallpa, Piura, Huancayo)
Shortening the logistical distribution of materials to construction sites
Managing multiple construction sites simultaneously despite long distances and different communication standards
Integrating new suppliers in a short time
Achieving around 10% budget savings in procurement within a short time
Designing processes for each department to boost efficiency during company growth

Nov 2017 - May 2018

7 months

Munich, Germany

Consultant Procurement & Logistics - Supply Chain Management

Intel Germany (Ascending Technology)

Analysis of processes, data maintenance and warehouse coordination locally and in Miami, USA
Coordination of procurement, logistics and production planning as well as reorganization of the procurement and logistics department
Member of a global task force to resolve product defects

Feb 2017 - Oct 2017

9 months

Lima, Peru

Consultant for Training Government Officials

Ministry of the Interior of Peru - Department of National Security

Advising on training government officials in flood disaster management and their supply chain

Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

1 year 2 months

Lima, Peru

Supply Chain Manager

Swissmin SAC

Development of a new surface mining site on the Peruvian coast south of Arequipa
Responsible for procurement and rental of machinery, vehicles and tools
Planning all imports and logistics operations
Coordination of the exploration phase

Oct 2012 - Oct 2014

2 years 1 month

Lima, Peru

Logistics & Procurement Manager

Laconia South America SAC

Setting up a dormant mining project in the Andes (5,000 m) under the COO
Responsible for procurement and logistics activities as well as planning and handling imports

Nov 2011 - May 2012

7 months

Lima, Peru

Superintendent of Logistics & Procurement

Terra Nova Natural Resources Peru SAC

Operational execution of logistics and procurement tasks in coordination with management during company setup
Procurement of all materials for mine operations, including food
Logistics for machinery, vehicles, equipment and employee provisions

Oct 2010 - Jun 2011

9 months

Lima, Peru

Central Logistics Manager

FAMESA Explosivos SAC

Purchasing all products for the production of industrial explosives and maintenance materials
Managing a budget of around 55 million USD and leading 60 employees
Planning logistics for delivering to customers worldwide and locally (sea, air, road)
Reducing costs by about 5% by finding new suppliers and changing processes
Saving around 6 million USD through strategic commodity purchasing

Jul 2010 - Oct 2011

1 year 4 months

Medellín, Colombia

Procurement/Logistics Consultant

Nueva Granada

Operational procurement and logistics tasks under management's direction

Jul 2007 - Aug 2009

2 years 2 months

Lima, Peru

Logistics Manager / Office Manager

STRACON SAC

Organizing procurement of materials for mining
Assisting the CEO and Executive Director

Mar 2006 - Dec 2010

4 years 10 months

Lima, Peru

Lecturer

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC)

Teaching international trade, negotiation techniques, traditions, and cultures

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Metals and Mining, Education, Cosmetics, Construction, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Metals and Mining

Education

Cosmetics

Construction

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management.

Logistics

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Summary

Foreign trade specialist with more than 25 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, business expansion and management in the field of international trade (purchase/sales) as well as logistics and transport handling.

Specialist in supply chain management, logistics, purchasing, warehousing, customs, and freight (air, water, road, and rail). Possesses the ability to make strategically relevant decisions and possesses expertise in current political situations and practices in modern foreign trade.

Leadership, strategic planning, process design, design thinking, project execution and monitoring, project management, at an international level, contribute to the company's added value.

Skills

Mining Service
Business Development
Civil Drone Manufacturing
Communication
Electronic Industry
International Business
Leadership
Logistics
Medical Technology
Mining Industry
Ms Navi
Ms Project
Ms Vision
Oracle
Personal Care Industry
Problem Solving
Hands-on Manager
Procurement
Project Management
Sap Mm
Strategic Planning
Supply Chain Management
Team Management
Telekommunikation

Languages

German

Native

English

Native

Spanish

Native

French

Elementary

Education

AfW, Frankfurt

Diploma in Foreign Trade · International Business · Frankfurt, Germany

Isabel I University

Master · Artificial Intelligence · Barcelona, Spain

Certifications & licenses

Trained Firefighter at FFW Dietzenbach from 1992 to 2000

Munich

Big Data

Interamerican Bank Of Development

Big Data - Data Visualization & Storytelling

Tec De Monterrey

Design Thinking

University Of Sydney, AUS

Design Thinking And Creativity For Innovation

University Of Queensland

Design Thinking For Business Strategy

University Of Sydney

Financial Markets

University Of Yale, USA

Humanitarian Logistics

Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT, USA

Justice

University Of Harvard, USA

Leadership And Change Management For Sustainability Success

University of Leeds/UK

Operation Management

Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore

Organizational Analysis

University Of Stanford, USA

Supply Chain And Logistics Design Of Supply Chain Systems Supply Chain Strategy

Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT, USA

Supply Chain Management

Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 14

Experience in Metals and Mining 6 y

Avg length 1 y 4 m

Longest experience 4 y 9 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 4 (Peru, Germany, Colombia, Spain)

Primary country Peru

Expertise

Recent roles Project Manager - Commercial, Interim Head of Procurement, Interim Manager Supply Chain & Logistics / Site Manager

Main industries Metals and Mining, Education, Cosmetics

Main business areas Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 14

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Holger based?

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

What languages does Holger speak?

Holger speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Native), Spanish (Native), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Holger have?

Holger has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Holger has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Holger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Holger be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Holger would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager - Commercial, Interim Head of Procurement, Interim Manager Supply Chain & Logistics / Site Manager.

What is Holger's latest experience?

Holger's most recent position is Project Manager - Commercial at Pfeifer Structures GmbH.

What companies has Holger worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Holger has worked for Pfeifer Structures GmbH, Getinge AG, MKS Instruments GmbH, and CultivateCo Pty.

Which industries is Holger most experienced in?

Holger is most experienced in industries like Metals and Mining, Education, and Cosmetics. Holger also has some experience in Construction, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Holger most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in industries like Cosmetics, Manufacturing, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in business areas like Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Holger's education?

Holger holds a Master in Artificial Intelligence from Isabel I University.

Does Holger have any certificates?

Holger has 14 certificates. Among them, these include: Trained Firefighter at FFW Dietzenbach from 1992 to 2000, Big Data, and Big Data - Data Visualization & Storytelling.

What is the availability of Holger?

Holger is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Holger?

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