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Martina Wendt

Interim Manager Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement

Martina Wendt
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Aschheim, Germany

Experience

Apr 2005 - Present
21 years
Aschheim, Germany
Hybrid

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

Self-employed and member of a business consultancy firm

Expertise details
Position Summary
Independent Interim Manager – Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Logistics, Materials Management & Restructuring at Self-employed and member of a business consultancy firm
Industries
Automotive
Energy
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Procurement
Production
Supply Chain Management
  • Project manager in national and international industrial companies in mechanical engineering, automotive supply, plant engineering, medical technology and energy supply with teams of up to 23 employees
  • Took over line and project responsibility in procurement, materials management, production planning/control and in the supply chain
  • Developed and implemented restructuring projects
  • Analyzed, optimized and implemented efficient processes, organizational and reporting structures
  • Provided technical and disciplinary leadership and supported employee development in the areas mentioned
  • Planned and managed cost, quality and delivery performance along 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

Expertise details
Position Summary
Head of Procurement and Materials Management at GKN Aerospace GmbH
Industries
Aerospace and Defense
Business Areas
Logistics
Procurement
Supply Chain Management
  • Responsible for procurement, warehousing and shipping at the Munich plant with direct budget responsibility of EUR 42 million and leading a team of 13 employees
  • Managed all purchasing, warehousing and shipping processes to ensure material availability, on-time order fulfillment and improved cost structure
  • Closely coordinated with internal departments and external partners
Oct 1994 - Apr 2002
7 years 7 months

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

Linde AG, Werkgruppe Kälte- und Einrichtungstechnik

Expertise details
Position Summary
Lead Buyer Plastics and Project Manager for Establishing Procurement in Italy and Czech Republic at Linde AG, Werkgruppe Kälte- und Einrichtungstechnik
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Procurement
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
  • Managed strategic procurement in plastics and other commodities
  • Led the project to establish plant procurement organizations in Italy and Czech Republic
  • Led a team of eight buyers and managed a budget of EUR 130 million
  • Developed and implemented sourcing strategies, supplier management and cost optimization to ensure timely, high-quality material supply
  • Closely coordinated with international sites and cross-functional teams to harmonize global procurement processes
Mar 1990 - Apr 1994
4 years 2 months

SCM Manager/Project Manager Logistics/Production Control

Zipperle Unternehmensgruppe

Expertise details
Position Summary
SCM Manager/Project Manager Logistics/Production Control at Zipperle Unternehmensgruppe
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Logistics
Production
Supply Chain Management

Industry Experience

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

Manufacturing
Automotive
Energy
Aerospace and Defense
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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
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Summary

Committed and result-oriented leader with extensive experience in procurement, supply chain management, logistics, materials management and production planning. Proven success in developing and executing 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 medium-sized companies, combined with strong execution skills, analytical thinking and teamwork. Structured time management with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently. Hands-on mentality, resilient, authentic and solution-oriented – 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 according to ISO 9001

Manager for Applied AI Transformation

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 4
Experience in Manufacturing 32.5 y
Avg length 8 y 10 m
Longest experience 20 y 11 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 Plastics and Project Manager for Establishing Procurement 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

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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 Plastics and Project Manager for Establishing Procurement 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 Self-employed and member of a business consultancy firm.

What companies has Martina worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Martina has worked for Self-employed and member of a business consultancy 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 according to ISO 9001 and Manager for Applied AI Transformation.

What is the availability of Martina?

Martina is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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