Martina Wendt - Interim Manager Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement

Q: Where is Martina based?

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

Q: What languages does Martina speak?

Martina speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Martina have?

Martina has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Martina has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 9 years and 11 months . Note that Martina may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Martina's latest experience?

Martina's most recent position is Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring at Independent Consultant and Member of a Business Consulting Firm .

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

In recent years, Martina has worked for Independent Consultant and Member of a Business Consulting Firm .

Q: Which industries is Martina most experienced in?

Martina is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Energy . Martina also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas is Martina most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Martina worked in recently?

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

Q: Which business areas has Martina worked in recently?

Martina has recently worked in business areas like Procurement , Production , and Supply Chain Management .

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Aschheim, Germany

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Experience

Apr 2005 - Present

21 years 2 months

Aschheim, Germany

Hybrid

Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring

Independent Consultant and Member of a Business Consulting Firm

Project manager in national and international industrial companies in the mechanical engineering, automotive supplier, plant engineering, medical technology and energy sectors, with teams of up to 23 people
Took responsibility for line and project management in procurement, materials management, production planning/control and supply chain
Developed and implemented restructuring projects
Analyzed, optimized and implemented efficient processes, organizational and reporting structures
Provided professional and disciplinary leadership and development for staff in these areas
Planned and managed cost, quality and delivery performance across the entire supply chain
Redesigned and digitized modern procurement processes including SAP adjustments

Apr 2002 - Mar 2005

3 years

Head of Procurement and Materials Management

GKN Aerospace GmbH

Responsible for procurement, warehousing and shipping at the Munich plant with a direct budget responsibility of €42 million and leading a team of 13 employees
Managed all procurement, warehousing and shipping processes to ensure material availability, on-time order fulfillment and improved cost structure
Coordinated closely with internal departments and external partners

Oct 1994 - Apr 2002

7 years 7 months

Lead Buyer for Plastics and Project Manager – Establishing Purchasing in Italy and Czech Republic

Linde AG, Refrigeration and Equipment Technology Division

Managed strategic purchasing in the plastics category and other commodities
Led the project to establish plant purchasing organizations in Italy and the Czech Republic
Led a team of eight buyers and managed a budget of €130 million
Developed and implemented sourcing strategies, supplier management and cost optimization to ensure timely, high-quality material supply
Coordinated closely with international sites and cross-functional teams to harmonize global purchasing processes

Mar 1990 - Apr 1994

4 years 2 months

SCM Manager/Project Leader Logistics/Production Control

Zipperle Unternehmensgruppe

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy, and Aerospace and Defense.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Energy

Aerospace and Defense

Business Area Experience

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

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Production

Project Management

Logistics

Summary

Committed and results-oriented leader with extensive experience in procurement, supply chain management, logistics, materials management and production planning. Proven track record in developing and implementing business strategies, realigning structures and optimizing processes across the entire value chain. Responsible for managing international projects, implementing cost reduction programs and ensuring efficient, customer-focused production and delivery performance. Experience in multinational corporations and mid-sized companies, combined with strong execution skills, analytical thinking and team orientation. Structured time management with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently. Hands-on mentality, resilient, authentic and solution-focused – even in dynamic and challenging environments.

Skills

Strategic And Operational Procurement
Cost Management And Budget Responsibility
Operations: Strategy And Performance Improvement
Supplier Management And Global Sourcing
Production Relocation, 3rd Party Production
Supply Chain Management
Restructuring And Organizational Development
Logistics And Materials Management
Project And Change Management
Production Planning And Control
Customer Service

Languages

German

Native

English

Elementary

French

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

Education

Munich University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Industrial Engineering · Industrial Engineering · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Internal Auditor Training (ISO 9001)

Manager for Applied AI Transformation

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 4

Experience in Manufacturing 32.5 y

Avg length 8 y 11 m

Longest experience 21 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring, Head of Procurement and Materials Management, Lead Buyer for Plastics and Project Manager – Establishing Purchasing in Italy and Czech Republic

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy

Main business areas Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Production

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

February 2026

Last Update

March 2026

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Where is Martina based?

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

What languages does Martina speak?

Martina speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Martina have?

Martina has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Martina has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 9 years and 11 months. Note that Martina may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Martina be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Martina would be well-suited for roles such as: Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring, Head of Procurement and Materials Management, Lead Buyer for Plastics and Project Manager – Establishing Purchasing in Italy and Czech Republic.

What is Martina's latest experience?

Martina's most recent position is Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring at Independent Consultant and Member of a Business Consulting Firm.

What companies has Martina worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Martina has worked for Independent Consultant and Member of a Business Consulting Firm.

Which industries is Martina most experienced in?

Martina is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy. Martina also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Martina most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Martina worked in recently?

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

Which business areas has Martina worked in recently?

Martina has recently worked in business areas like Procurement, Production, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Martina's education?

Martina holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering from Munich University of Applied Sciences.

Does Martina have any certificates?

Martina has 2 certificates. These include: Internal Auditor Training (ISO 9001) and Manager for Applied AI Transformation.

What is the availability of Martina?

Martina is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Martina?

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