Manfred Haas - Interim Strategic Purchasing Manager

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Munich, Germany

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Experience

Aug 2023 - Feb 2024

7 months

Interim Manager Strategic Purchasing

ASMPT GmbH & Co.KG

Re-sourcing of spheroidal graphite cast parts including processing in the Far East
Re-sourcing of micro injection molded parts
Implementation of RFQ standard processes
Expansion of the existing supplier portfolio

Mar 2022 - Jul 2023

1 year 5 months

Feldkirchen, Germany

Interim Manager Technical / Strategic Purchasing

Efficient Energy

Re-sourcing of welded assemblies and cast parts
Interface between development and purchasing
Building a supplier portfolio
Supplier qualification
Concluding framework agreements
Ramp-up management of 3 projects

Oct 2021 - Mar 2022

6 months

Kötz, Germany

Interim Commodity Manager Casting Vehicle Technology

ALOIS KOBER GmbH

Re-sourcing of cast parts to Eastern Europe and Asia
Re-sourcing of aluminum die-cast parts
Benchmark analyses of welded assemblies vs. cast parts
Project tracking of various relocation activities
Development and implementation of an LCC and BCC strategy

Jul 2021 - Sep 2021

3 months

Kötz, Germany

Interim Manager Components Procurement Vehicle Technology

ALOIS KOBER GmbH

Support in the components area
Re-sourcing of aluminum die-cast parts
Support with benchmark analyses
Coordination of project inquiries

Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

3 months

Schweinfurt, Germany

Interim Manager Purchasing Aftermarket

SKF Vehicle Aftermarket

Re-sourcing of aftermarket suppliers
Coordination of supply bottlenecks
Contract management

Aug 2018 - Dec 2020

2 years 5 months

Haldensleben, Germany

Interim Manager Project Procurement

IFA Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG

Securing the production launch of 4 projects
Benchmark analysis for forged parts
Re-sourcing of rubber and stamped bent parts
Coordination of delivery and capacity bottlenecks

Jul 2018 - Aug 2018

2 months

Ismaning, Germany

Interim Manager Project Procurement

Vinnolit GmbH & Co. KG

Strategic, operational and administrative procurement
Procurement market analyses
Optimization of purchasing processes

Nov 2017 - Jun 2018

8 months

Kötz, Germany

Interim Manager Strategic Procurement Vehicle Technology

ALOIS KOBER GmbH

Interface between development and project procurement
Support with benchmark analyses
Coordination of project requests considering alternative manufacturing technologies and commodities

Jul 2017 - Oct 2017

4 months

Neckartenzlingen, Germany

Interim Strategic Project Buyer

Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH

Supporting development during the project phase
Interface between series purchasing and development
Procurement of mock-ups and prototypes
Supplier sourcing for PCBs, PCBAs, electromechanical components, aluminum extrusion profiles, stamped bent and milled parts, plastic injection molding and aluminum die casting
Coordination of delivery and capacity bottlenecks

Feb 2017 - Jun 2017

5 months

Kötz, Germany

Interim Manager Strategic Procurement Vehicle Technology

ALOIS KOBER GmbH

Interface between development and project procurement
Coordination of project requests considering alternative manufacturing technologies and commodities
Support with benchmark analyses

Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

1 year 1 month

Bergneustadt, Germany

Interim Manager in Project Purchasing

Metalsa Automotive GmbH

Support in the introduction and implementation of a new purchasing organization
Creation of new purchasing documents (RFQ, CBD and sourcing matrix)
Benchmark analysis of laser contract cutting
Re-sourcing of ongoing projects including tool relocations

Mar 2014 - Sep 2015

1 year 7 months

Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald, Germany

Interim Consultant in Project Purchasing

ebm-papst GmbH & Co. KG

Project support for aluminum die-cast, plastic and stamped bent parts in brushless electric motors
Supplier selection during order award
Creation of schedules for each project phase
Feasibility analyses in coordination with suppliers and project team
Project reporting to the respective project managers

Sep 2013 - Dec 2013

4 months

Gauting, Germany

Interim Consultant in Project Purchasing

Webasto Roof & Components

Coordination of supplier relocations in the area of extrusion and stamped parts

Sep 2011 - Jul 2013

1 year 11 months

Erdweg, Germany

Side Purchasing Manager

Valeo Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

Coordination and leadership of the purchasing team of 14 people
Assessment of supplier risk
Optimization of the supplier panel
Preparation of the purchasing budget
Preparation of the monthly reporting

Jan 2008 - Aug 2011

3 years 8 months

Erdweg, Germany

Project & Series Buyer for PCBA’s & Electromechanics

Valeo Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

Coordination of delivery and capacity bottlenecks
Implementation of cost reduction actions
Conducting supplier workshops with the goal of cost reduction
Project reporting to the project manager

Apr 2004 - Dec 2008

4 years 9 months

Erdweg, Germany

Project Buyer for PCBA’s & Electromechanics

Valeo Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

Evaluating electronics bill of materials and optimizing costs
Selecting suppliers during the order award process
Creating schedules for the various project phases
Conducting manufacturability analyses together with suppliers and the project team
Participating in supplier audits
Project reporting to the project manager

Jul 2000 - Mar 2004

3 years 9 months

Erdweg, Germany

Series Buyer for Die Casting & Sintering

Valeo Sicherheitssysteme GmbH

Coordinating suppliers on cost, quality, and delivery dates
Reporting to the purchasing management
Implementing e-commerce for the die casting division

Nov 1998 - Jun 2000

1 year 8 months

Sulzbach-Rosenberg, Germany

Series Buyer for Die Casting, Turned, Stamped & Cold-Formed Parts

SUSPA Compart

Developing procurement goals and strategies
Planning budgets in collaboration with production units
Managing suppliers
Negotiating contracts and awarding orders

Jan 1993 - Oct 1998

5 years 10 months

Berching, Germany

Head of Purchasing and Materials Management

Hans Huber AG

Establishing a purchasing department
Overall responsibility for purchasing and materials management
Procuring capital goods and equipment
Budget responsibility
Conducting supplier audits under ISO 9000
Finalizing framework agreements with suppliers
Implementing a new IT system for purchasing/materials management

Jul 1988 - Dec 1992

4 years 6 months

Berching, Germany

Buyer

Hans Huber AG

Procuring stainless steel flat products, stainless steel molded and standard parts
Negotiating contracts and prices
Conducting supplier audits under ISO 9000
Finalizing framework agreements with suppliers

Jul 1980 - Jun 1988

8 years

Eching, Germany

Commercial Clerk

Electrical Retail Store

Purchasing household appliances and electronics
Managing inventory of installation materials and electronic components
Price negotiations

Aug 1978 - Sep 1979

1 year 2 months

Munich, Germany

Sales

Wacker Werke GmbH & Co. KG

Preparing quotes for small construction machinery
Supporting marketing campaigns

Industry experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Retail, Metals and Mining, Energy, and Chemical.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Retail

Metals and Mining

Energy

Chemical

Business area experience

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Experienced in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Sales.

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Marketing

Sales

Skills

Ms Office
Sap
Target Process

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 1995 - Jul 1997

Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Nuremberg

Business Specialist · Purchasing / Materials Management · Nuremberg, Germany

Sep 1976 - Jul 1978

Wacker Werke GmbH & Co. KG, Munich

Apprenticeship as Industrial Clerk · Munich, Germany

Sep 1971 - Jul 1976

Business School, Freising

Secondary School Certificate · Freising, Germany

Certifications & licenses

TAW Cert Internal Auditor

TAW Cert, Altdorf

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 22

Experience in Automotive 18.5 y

Avg length 2 y

Longest experience 7 y 11 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Manager Strategic Purchasing, Interim Manager Technical / Strategic Purchasing, Interim Commodity Manager Casting Vehicle Technology

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Retail

Main business areas Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Member since

September 2024

Last update

October 2025

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Manfred is based in Munich, Germany.

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

Manfred has at least 44 years of experience. During this time, Manfred has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Manfred may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Manfred would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Manager Strategic Purchasing, Interim Manager Technical / Strategic Purchasing, Interim Commodity Manager Casting Vehicle Technology.

Manfred's most recent position is Interim Manager Strategic Purchasing at ASMPT GmbH & Co.KG.

In recent years, Manfred has worked for ASMPT GmbH & Co.KG, Efficient Energy, and ALOIS KOBER GmbH.

Manfred is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Retail. Manfred also has some experience in Metals and Mining, Energy, and Chemical.

Manfred is most experienced in business areas like Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management. Manfred also has some experience in Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Sales.

Manfred has recently worked in industries like Energy, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Manfred has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

Manfred attended Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Nuremberg for Purchasing / Materials Management.

Manfred has 1 certificate: TAW Cert Internal Auditor.

The availability of Manfred needs to be confirmed.

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