Jörg Hernando Gotthardt - Managing Director

Q: Where is Jörg Hernando based?

Jörg Hernando is based in Grünebach, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Jörg Hernando speak?

Jörg Hernando speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Jörg Hernando have?

Jörg Hernando has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Jörg Hernando has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years . Note that Jörg Hernando may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Jörg Hernando's latest experience?

Jörg Hernando's most recent position is Managing Director at HEGO Management GmbH .

Q: What companies has Jörg Hernando worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jörg Hernando has worked for HEGO Management GmbH and Bertrams AG .

Q: Which industries is Jörg Hernando most experienced in?

Jörg Hernando is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Metals and Mining , and Professional Services . Jörg Hernando also has some experience in Automotive , Real Estate , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Jörg Hernando most experienced in?

Jörg Hernando is most experienced in business areas like Sales , Operations , and Production . Jörg Hernando also has some experience in Strategy , Marketing , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Jörg Hernando worked in recently?

Jörg Hernando has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Jörg Hernando worked in recently?

Jörg Hernando has recently worked in business areas like Sales , Marketing , and Project Management .

Recommended expert

Grünebach, Germany

Experience

Apr 2020 - Present

6 years

Grünebach, Germany

Managing Director

HEGO Management GmbH

Executive interim management (CEO, CSO, CMO, CTO)
Sales / business development (sales and marketing)
Change management / PMO (transformation)
Industrial / commercial representation (robotics, metal/plastic products)
Advisory board and consulting activities (industry and services sector)

Oct 2019 - Jan 2020

4 months

Erndtebrück, Germany

Head of Group-wide Restructuring

EEW-Group

Global transformation program for future-proof and competitive restructuring of the group worldwide

May 2017 - Jul 2020

3 years 3 months

Siegen, Germany

CEO / Managing Director

EEW-Pickhan Umformtechnik GmbH / EEW-Bergrohr GmbH

Reporting line to the owner and CEO of EEW Group Holding
Member of the extended Group Executive Board
Revenue responsibility: approx. €45–60 million
Personnel responsibility: approx. 160 direct employees and 20–80 temporary workers

May 2014 - May 2017

3 years 1 month

Munich, Germany

Head of Plant and Steel Construction Division

Maurer SE

Authorized officer of the holding company
Reporting line to the owner and CEO
Extended Board Member
CEO / Managing Director for Maurer Söhne Rides GmbH, Maurer Rides GmbH, Maurer German Wheels GmbH
Revenue responsibility: approx. €45 million
Personnel responsibility: approx. 60 direct employees, 15 indirect, 5 external agents
Sales responsibility in Germany and worldwide

Nov 2011 - Dec 2013

2 years 2 months

Siegen, Germany

CEO / Chairman of the Management Board

Rudolf Flender GmbH & Co. KG

Directly reporting units: sales and marketing; corporate strategy and innovation; production and engineering; finance, controlling, administration; purchasing; human resources; logistics; quality management
Personnel responsibility: 3 executive managers, 3 department managers
Revenue responsibility: €100 million
Reporting line: Chairman of the advisory board

Nov 2010 - Oct 2011

1 year

Siegen, Germany

Managing Director

Rudolf Flender GmbH & Co. KG

Directly reporting units: Sales and Marketing, Purchasing, HR, Logistics
Staff responsibility: 4 direct, 33 indirect
Revenue responsibility: EUR 100 million
Reporting line: Chairman of the Advisory Board

Jul 2008 - Oct 2010

2 years 4 months

Siegen, Germany

Business Unit Manager / Authorized Signatory / Designated Managing Director

Salzgitter Mannesmann Line Pipe GmbH

Management of the HFI-welded steel tubes and profiles business unit
Revenue responsibility: EUR 380 million
Staff responsibility: 620 employees

Jun 2004 - Jun 2008

4 years 1 month

Siegen, Germany

Business Unit Manager / Authorized Signatory / Designated Managing Director

Mannesmann Fuchs Rohr GmbH

Management of the HFI-welded steel tubes and profiles business unit
Revenue responsibility: EUR 360 million
Staff responsibility: 600 employees

Apr 1999 - May 2004

5 years 2 months

Siegen, Germany

Business Unit Manager / Authorized Signatory / Designated Managing Director

Röhrenwerk Gebr. Fuchs GmbH

Management of the HFI-welded steel tubes and profiles business unit
Revenue responsibility: EUR 100 million
Staff responsibility: 350 employees

Jan 1995 - Mar 1999

4 years 3 months

Siegen, Germany

Business Unit Manager Exhaust Technology

Bertrams AG

Management of the Exhaust Technology business unit
Staff responsibility: 60 direct, 40 indirect
Revenue responsibility: EUR 8 million

Jul 1992 - Dec 1994

2 years 6 months

Siegen, Germany

Sales Manager Exhaust Technology

Bertrams AG

Responsible for sales of stainless steel pipes and fittings for chimneys and exhaust systems
Sales responsibility: not specified
Staff responsibility: not specified

Jul 1990 - Jun 1992

2 years

Karlsruhe, Germany

Branch Manager Stuttgart, Pforzheim, Freiburg

Aretz Verwaltungs-GmbH

Managed the Stuttgart, Pforzheim, and Freiburg branches in facility management
Sales responsibility: EUR 14 million
Staff responsibility: 2,500 employees

Apr 1987 - Present

39 years

Siegen, Germany

Sales Manager for Manhole and Channel Covers

Bertrams AG

Led sales for manhole and channel covers
Sales responsibility: EUR 22 million
Staff responsibility: 270 employees

Sep 1984 - Mar 1987

2 years 7 months

Niederdreisbach, Germany

Sales Clerk (Spare Parts Sales)

Roth & Weber oHG

Handled spare parts sales in the inside sales department
Sales responsibility: EUR 16 million
Staff responsibility: 80 employees

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Professional Services, Automotive, Real Estate, and Energy.

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

Professional Services

Automotive

Real Estate

Energy

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Sales, Operations, Production, Strategy, Marketing, and Project Management.

Sales

Operations

Production

Strategy

Marketing

Project Management

Summary

Performance focus: Sales & Marketing

Also available for: General Management and Transformation

Developing and implementing value- and future-oriented sales strategies, optimizing product and service portfolios; internationalization through building global sales organizations and multi-channel structures (direct sales, three-tier distribution via wholesalers and agents/distributors, OEM sales).

Experienced, action-oriented interim manager with a sharp eye for company-critical success factors. Proven track record of achieving significant sales and profit increases to secure future viability and competitiveness in leading industrial companies in autonomous mobile robotics, plant and machinery manufacturing, and steel and plastics processing.

Transformation through the adjustment and optimization of organizations and processes. Successfully concluded agreements with the trade union (IG Metall) and works councils on site closures, including social plans and reconciliation of interests.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Intermediate

Education

Oct 1984 - Jun 1987

Chamber of Industry and Commerce Siegen

Industrial Business Manager · Industrial Business Management · Siegen, Germany

Oct 1982 - Jun 1984

Apparatebau Paul Schmeck GmbH

Industrial Clerk · Industrial Clerk · Mudersbach, Germany

Oct 1980 - Jun 1982

Vocational School for Business, Wissen

Secondary School Certificate I (Realschule) · Business · Wissen, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 14

Experience in Manufacturing 41.5 y

Avg length 5 y 6 m

Longest experience 38 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Managing Director, Head of Group-wide Restructuring, CEO / Managing Director

Main industries Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Professional Services

Main business areas Sales, Operations, Production

Qualifications

Profile

Created

January 2025

Last Update

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Jörg Hernando based?

Jörg Hernando is based in Grünebach, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Jörg Hernando speak?

Jörg Hernando speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Jörg Hernando have?

Jörg Hernando has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Jörg Hernando has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Jörg Hernando may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jörg Hernando be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jörg Hernando would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director, Head of Group-wide Restructuring, CEO / Managing Director.

What is Jörg Hernando's latest experience?

Jörg Hernando's most recent position is Managing Director at HEGO Management GmbH.

What companies has Jörg Hernando worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jörg Hernando has worked for HEGO Management GmbH and Bertrams AG.

Which industries is Jörg Hernando most experienced in?

Jörg Hernando is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, and Professional Services. Jörg Hernando also has some experience in Automotive, Real Estate, and Energy.

Which business areas is Jörg Hernando most experienced in?

Jörg Hernando is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Operations, and Production. Jörg Hernando also has some experience in Strategy, Marketing, and Project Management.

Which industries has Jörg Hernando worked in recently?

Jörg Hernando has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Jörg Hernando worked in recently?

Jörg Hernando has recently worked in business areas like Sales, Marketing, and Project Management.

What is Jörg Hernando's education?

Jörg Hernando attended Chamber of Industry and Commerce Siegen for Industrial Business Management.

What is the availability of Jörg Hernando?

Jörg Hernando is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Jörg Hernando?

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