Jörn Baumann - Supply Chain and Process Optimization Expert

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Hamburg, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2026 - Oct 2026

2 months

Bremen, Germany

Process Optimization Consultant

Tandler GmbH

Improving processes in the purchasing area
Digitizing purchasing processes
Optimizing end-to-end manufacturing processes

Feb 2026 - Aug 2026

7 months

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Supply Chain Expert and Demand Planning Manager

Jack Links

Introducing best practices in logistics,
Optimizing the SAP booking system
Establishing KPI-based reporting,
Developing and implementing processes for awarding orders to subcontractors,
Developing a logistics concept for further growth,
Optimizing internal goods movements based on lean methods
Leading the company-wide S&OP process.

Aug 2025 - Nov 2025

4 months

Bremen, Germany

Expert in Process Optimization

MediaMobil

Optimizing purchasing processes
Mapping operational processes in the ERP system
Introducing a scanner solution for the digital recording and tracking of warehouse movements in SelectLine
Automatically documenting all material movements via mobile devices
Structuring storage locations, including mapping customer warehouses
Ensuring accounting requirements are taken into account: correctly recording warehouse movements in accounting
Optimizing the picking process for more efficient operations and lower error rates
Training employees to carry out and document material movements
Creating transparency in reporting, especially to improve the P&L statement (profit and loss statement)

Jul 2025 - Sep 2025

3 months

Hamburg, Germany

Sales Planning and Purchasing Process Consultant

Innonature GmbH

Setting up automated sales planning, including improved inventory and order overviews, as well as optimizing purchasing processes
Creating a plan that takes into account the strong focus of marketing on influencer campaigns and the rapidly changing e-commerce portfolio
Training the purchasing team after staff reductions as part of the restructuring
Implementing framework agreements for A-products
Developing an automated AI-based forecast in the ERP system (MS Business Central)
Developing and establishing an S&OP cycle

Nov 2024 - Jun 2025

8 months

Munich, Germany

Interim Supply Demand Planner

Schleich GmbH

Operationally ensuring supply and demand in order to plan product availability by balancing supply and demand
Optimizing inventory and transfers between warehouses based on capacity and demand to ensure smooth operations
Working with production, logistics and procurement to optimize the supply chain
Monitoring demand fluctuations and market trends to support planning decisions
Making short-term adjustments to plans in response to unexpected changes in demand
Creating sales planning as a basis for financial planning during restructuring

Jun 2024 - Nov 2024

6 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Supply Chain and OPEX Manager

Ergobaby GmbH

Planning and ordering goods from factories in the Far East based on demand
Monitoring incoming goods for quality, punctuality, quantity and availability
Stakeholder management between customers and logistics service providers
Monitoring and optimizing packing activities in the warehouse
Setting up packaging lines
Creating robust processes with minimal risk of errors
Cost savings through simplification and better IT integration

Feb 2024 - May 2024

4 months

Lübeck, Germany

Interim Demand Planner

Erasco GmbH

Stakeholder management between Supply Chain and Sales
Maintaining the existing Excel-based systems
Collecting all market information and translating it into production requirements for the Erasco brand
Managing supply through procurement for the Lacroix and Heisse Tasse brands
Preparing various daily, weekly and monthly reports
Supporting the implementation of IBP from SAP

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

1 year

Hamburg, Germany

Interim OPEX Expert

FMCG Company

Developing cost-saving concepts
Identifying cost drivers / value stream analysis
Stabilizing production processes
Developing measures in Production and Administration
Optimizing various existing problem processes
Conducting training workshops on the shop floor
Working with HR
Defining targets with Controlling and Management

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

Germany

Lean Trainer

Deutsche Bahn AG

Teaching Lean fundamentals to employees in ICE maintenance
Optimizing maintenance processes

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

Bremen, Germany

Interim Supply Chain Manager Beverage Import / Trading

Eggers & Franke / Mumm Group

Stabilizing processes
Interface with external logistics
Improving OTIF
Reducing inventory
Establishing an S&OP process
Improving sales forecasting

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

1 year

Karlsruhe, Germany

Executive Trainer and Coach

Physik Instrumente (PI)

Training all executives in six two-day modules on the principles of modern leadership methods, including Lean Leadership
Coaching executives on practical issues

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

1 year

Verden, Germany

Interim Demand Planner

Mars GmbH

Responsible for market analysis
Stakeholder management between Supply Chain and Sales
Allocating available quantities to customers while considering historical buyer behavior and the difficult market situation
Preparing data for the implementation of Kinexis

Feb 2021 - Present

5 years 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Manager / Consultant

Lean-doc

Interim management and consulting with a focus on process optimization, Supply Chain, Lean Management and restructuring for various clients in industry, retail and services

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Interim Production Manager

Food Industry Company

Analyzing and optimizing processes as well as reorganizing production
Digitizing processes in the ERP system and increasing the level of automation (implementation of pick-and-place robots)
Ensuring smooth production processes, hygiene, quality and occupational safety

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Restructuring Consultant

Packaging Machinery Company

Redesigning the production layout from a Lean perspective
Strategic consulting on a new business model

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Hofheim, Germany

Consultant / Project Manager Mechanical Engineering and Packaging Technology

Mechanical Engineering and Packaging Technology Company (GEA-Wallau)

Project manager for the introduction of an automated CNC machining center for single-part production with unmanned 24/7 operation
Support for the purchasing department as an interim project buyer
Restructuring of the production layout based on Lean principles
Preparation of a feasibility study and conducting market research (customer survey) for the use of a new heating technology for food packaging machines
Analysis and optimization of processes for customer-specific adaptations of systems with many internal interfaces to reduce missing parts, rework and lead times
Strategic consulting regarding a possible expansion of the business model through an additional film distribution business in combination with packaging systems

Feb 2019 - Jan 2021

2 years

Idstedt, Germany

Plant Manager

Braas GmbH

Ensuring the safety and efficiency of the production lines
Testing and monitoring plant processes
Ensuring compliance with the plant's ISO standards and all HSE guidelines
Preparing, analyzing and issuing production and performance reports
Cost control to achieve the company's objectives
Planning and managing CAPEX investments
Developing and implementing a comprehensive preventive maintenance program (TPM)
Developing and pursuing the site's Lean strategy and conducting various workshops
Expanding the sites from 30 to 78 employees

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

Consulting Project Production and Planning

Food Industry Company (Lay Gewürze Grabfeld)

Analysis and optimization of processes and reorganization of production
Conceptualization and planning of a 100 % production expansion
Optimization of the planning process from 2 hours to 30 minutes per planning order

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

Consulting Project Restructuring Concept

Food Industry Company (PEMA Brot Weißenstadt)

Analysis of processes and structures
Preparation of a restructuring concept according to IDW S6
Support for the production manager
Development and implementation of a cost-saving concept

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

1 year

Northeim, Germany

Consulting Project Process Optimization and ERP Implementation

Packaging Industry Company (THIMM Packaging)

Analysis and optimization of processes and reorganization of central departments with adaptation to the planned ERP system
Supporting the implementation of the ERP system
Initiation of the change process
Reduction of the internal sales staff costs by 1 Mio. EUR through the introduction of a new customer cycle
Introduction of a demand planning model based on historical demand patterns for individual customers
Introduction of a Lean philosophy and Lean methods in production

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Consulting project for a restructuring plan

Agricultural machinery trading company (John Deere Rügen)

Analysis of processes and structures and development of a restructuring plan in accordance with IDW S6
Implementation of the measures and support with the sale of the company
Monitoring of the results of the measures

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Consulting project for restructuring and workforce planning

Construction-related services company (Baltic Fenster Mönkebüll)

Analysis of processes and structures and development of a restructuring plan in accordance with IDW S6
Creation of a workforce plan and reduction of the workforce by 18 positions
Monitoring of the results of the measures
Coaching of the plant manager

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Consulting project for increasing profitability

Tool manufacturing company (Stafotec Wörrstadt)

Analysis of processes, structures, market trends and sales opportunities
Development of a profitability improvement plan
Acquisition of four new customers
Implementation of a purchasing project to reduce purchase prices by 20 %

Apr 2015 - Jan 2019

3 years 10 months

Hamburg, Germany

Senior Consultant for processes, structures and project management

Hanse Management Consulting GmbH

Consulting companies on processes, structures and project management, with a focus on restructuring, efficiency improvement and Lean Management

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

3 years

Wörrstadt, Germany

Interim Managing Director

Packaging industry company (THIMM Display)

Analysis of processes and structures and, based on this, development of a profitability improvement plan
Reduction of administrative costs by 2 Mio. EUR through the implementation of various optimization measures
Reduction of material costs by 800 TEUR through supplier consolidation

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Bremen, Germany

Consulting project to increase profitability

Recycling industry company (Hirsch Bremen)

Development of measures to increase profitability and support for their implementation to stabilize the margin at 5 % in EBIT
Development and implementation of controlling to manage the company

Nov 2012 - Mar 2015

2 years 5 months

Korneuburg, Austria

Operations Manager

Mondi Consumer Packaging

Responsibility for Supply Chain and Operations, including work preparation / planning, purchasing, prepress / repro, printing (gravure, flexo, offset), lamination, converting and logistics
Member of the local management team
Responsible for CAPEX and production budget
Further development of the site (cultural change) with a focus on involving employees in changes
Cost optimization through Lean Management while ensuring delivery capability
Expansion of printing capacities by adding an additional 10-color gravure press

Feb 2011 - Oct 2012

1 year 9 months

Ritterhude, Germany

Assistant to the CRO

LINPAC-Packaging

Management of various development and cost reduction (Lean) projects
Management of the introduction of automated production data collection for precise production control and the determination of key figures
Development and implementation of a product cost calculation model
Revision of controlling tools
Introduction of ISO 50001 for an EEG refund of 500 TEUR
Energy Champion
Interim CFO

Jul 2010 - Jan 2011

7 months

Germany

Supply Chain and Planning Manager NWE

LINPAC-Packaging

Responsible for planning production on time
Interface between production and finance
Introduction of actual production cost controlling
Responsible for purchasing and coordination of raw material supply
Responsibility for controlling all process and performance data of the company
Reduction of inventory by approx. 5 Mio. EUR through Supply Chain optimization by matching Demand and Supply at customer and product level and closing external warehouses

May 2008 - Jul 2010

2 years 3 months

Germany

ERP Implementation Subproject Manager (Oracle) across the global corporate group

LINPAC-Packaging

Analysis of current processes
Standardization and programming of optimal processes based on Lean principles for production, planning, procurement and forecasting across all company sites
Interface between production and finance, development of actual cost controlling for production
Adaptation of the structures of all plants within the Supply Chain to the system
Introduction of Multi-Site-Replenishment-Planning (MRP) across the corporate group
Execution of the change process and training of employees in the use of the ERP system

Jun 2005 - May 2008

3 years

Knottingley, United Kingdom

Head of Development Northern Europe

LINPAC-Technologie

Site Champion Six Sigma and Lean Manager
Development of new products and processes
Responsibility for the development budget
Compliance with the latest food law requirements (REACH)
Responsible for patent law matters
Management of the drawing office with two employees
Production of new machines and extrusion tools
Advising individual production sites on technical innovations and problems
Member of Linpac's European Technic College

May 2001 - Oct 2012

11 years 6 months

Ritterhude, Germany

Process Manager

LINPAC-Packaging

Responsible for the selection and development of all formulations, additives and raw materials
Definition of the production and process parameters for film extrusion, thermoforming and other subprocesses to increase process stability
Implementation of various Six-Sigma projects, reducing complaints from 250 to 6 per year and saving 350 TEUR p.a.
Optimization of internal logistics, reducing personnel requirements by 9 employees
Participation in and management of Lean projects in production, mainly in the area of production optimization
Technical and methodology training for employees in Lean and Six Sigma

Oct 1999 - May 2001

1 year 8 months

Knottingley, United Kingdom

Project Manager R&D and Field Service

LINPAC Headoffice

Lean optimization of various production sites, including in Chile, Uruguay, France and Germany
Special machine construction for production machines in the USA and Germany
18 weeks of interim production management in the USA
Five months of construction of a new production site in Uruguay
Marketing and sales projects in Argentina
Product development in England and Spain

Jan 1999 - Oct 1999

10 months

Ritterhude, Germany

Project Engineer (Assistant to the Head of Extrusion)

LINPAC-Packaging

Implementation of the product "LINstar" (packaging for the food industry) throughout production

Apr 1998 - Jan 1999

10 months

Germany

Glazier

Glas Emigholz

Worked as a glazier in the family business

Oct 1997 - Mar 1998

6 months

Käerjeng, Luxembourg

Project Employee in Process Optimization

Guardian Glas

Project-based work in the field of production process optimization

Industry experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Food and Beverage, Construction, and Agriculture.

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Retail

Food and Beverage

Construction

Agriculture

Business area experience

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Experienced in Operations, Production, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement.

Operations

Production

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Skills

Erp Systems:

Oracle E1
Sap R/3 Und S/4 Hana
Pro Alpha
Sage X3
Infor Erp Ln
Ms Dynamics 365 Business Central
Select Line

Accounting Software:

Datev
Papierkram
Lexware

Planning Software:

Sap Ibp
Sap Pp
Kinexis
Jde

Business Information:

Power Bi
Qlik View
Sap Co
Metabase

Process Modeling:

Ms Visio
Signavio
Aries
Celonis

Project Software:

Sap Ppm
Wrike
Monday
Ms Project
Merlin
Last Planner
Jira

Statistical Analysis Software:

Minitab
Jmp
Design Expert
Sas
Matlab
Excel

Office Software:

Microsoft 360 (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Etc.)
Google (Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Etc.)
Apple (Pages, Numbers, Keynote)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Oct 1992 - Sep 1997

RWTH Aachen

Diplom Ingenieur Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Verfahrenstechnik / Thermodynamik · Mechanical Engineering · Aachen, Germany

Oct 1990 - Aug 1992

Mercator Universität Duisburg

Mechanical Engineering · Duisburg, Germany

Oct 1987 - Jun 1989

Schulzentrum der Sekundarstufe II, Huckelriede

Abitur · Bremen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Controller Akademie Stufe 1 Und 2

Controller Akademie

Axelos

Leeds

Trainer Training

Leeds

Institute for 6 Sigma

Certificado de Español „nivel initial“

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 36

Experience in Manufacturing 28 y

Avg length 1 y 6 m

Longest experience 11 y 5 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 5 (Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Austria, Luxembourg)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Process Optimization Consultant, Supply Chain Expert and Demand Planning Manager, Expert in Process Optimization

Main industries Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail

Main business areas Operations, Production, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 7

Profile

Member since

September 2025

Last update

September 2026

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Jörn is based in Hamburg, Germany.

Jörn speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).

Jörn has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Jörn has worked in at least 35 different roles and for 32 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Jörn may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Jörn would be well-suited for roles such as: Process Optimization Consultant, Supply Chain Expert and Demand Planning Manager, Expert in Process Optimization.

Jörn's most recent position is Process Optimization Consultant at Tandler GmbH.

In recent years, Jörn has worked for Tandler GmbH, Jack Links, MediaMobil, Innonature GmbH, and Schleich GmbH.

Jörn is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Retail. Jörn also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Construction, and Agriculture.

Jörn is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Production, and Quality Assurance. Jörn also has some experience in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement.

Jörn has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Retail, and Professional Services.

Jörn has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain Management.

Jörn holds a Master in Mechanical Engineering from RWTH Aachen.

Jörn has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: Prince 2 Agil Foundation, Controller Akademie Stufe 1 Und 2, and Prince 2 Foundation.

Jörn will be available full-time from October 2026.

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