Michael F.-Strategic Business Development Digital Transformation
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Experience
Interim Manager
Freelancer
Various projects focusing on:
- Growth (internationalization)
- Digitalization (processes and business models)
- Conflict resolution (mediation, restoring productivity and employee satisfaction)
- Process optimization
Strategic Business Development Digital Transformation
Häfele SE & Co. KG
Development and implementation of scalable digital concepts for product marketing
Development of webshop and configurator solutions
International rollout and operationalization of digital service offerings
Fully digital marketing processes with online configurators, webshop integration, production integration and seamless integration into standard business processes
Rollout of the marketing option to subsidiaries worldwide and support during operationalization
Generation of revenues in the mid-double-digit million euro range
Concept development for paperless production control and digital integration of suppliers
Conceptualization and planning of a production site for complete drawer production
Digital and process integration of several subcontractors as an extended workbench (complete drawers)
Partially automated concept including machine planning and process integration into standard business processes
Conceptualization, development and operationalization of a marketing concept for Mobile Walls (Slido Wall) as well as worldwide rollout
Conceptualization of an end-to-end business model from the greenfield stage
Rollout of marketing to subsidiaries worldwide, including support during operationalization
Generation of revenues in the mid-double-digit million euro range
Management of the PraktikApp research project in cooperation with Universität Siegen to support social interaction among people in their home environment
Development of a WeHub prototype
Nomination for UX Design Award
weHUB was recognized in 2023 with a focus on Open in the Special Mention category
Managing Director
Weber & Co. Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
- Integration of the company acquired in 06/2013 into the structures of the Häfele Group as a production and development site
- Management and expansion of key account customer relationships (European furniture fittings industry, IKEA)
- Restructuring of the entire organizational and operational structure
- Establishment of a sliding solutions center of expertise for the Häfele Group worldwide, including new product families
- Introduction of a quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001
Managing Partner
Hartmut Schramm Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
- Modernization and reorganization of the company structure
- Implementation of a marketing concept
- Management of key accounts of market leaders in the door industry
- Introduction of Dynamics AX for corporate management
- Planning and implementation of marketing initiatives
- New product development including various patents and intellectual property rights
- Introduction of a quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001
Assistant to the Managing Directors
Hermann Francksen Nachf. GmbH & Co. KG
Supported and joined the succession process at a mid-sized company
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing and Construction.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Product Development, Quality Assurance, Marketing, Information Technology, Operations, and Production.
Summary
Innovative business development expert focused on digital transformation and international executive board projects. In-depth knowledge of developing and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize processes and business models. Successful leadership of global projects, combined with strong intercultural and communication skills. Strong in analyzing market data, identifying trends and implementing customer-oriented solutions. Proven results in promoting sustainable business growth through digital innovation and agile project management methods. Passionate about future-oriented technologies and strategic partnerships to create long-term corporate value.
- Structured and process-oriented (end-to-end), decisive and goal-oriented, strong leadership skills with a “hands-on” mentality
- Well suited to the mid-sized business environment and down-to-earth
Skills
- More Than 15 Years Of Experience In Corporate Management As Managing Director
- Development Of New Business Areas And Solutions For Markets And Customers As Part Of A Diversification And Verticalization Strategy
- Strong Strategic Thinking For Long-Term Planning, Market Analysis And Market Development
- Very Good Understanding Of Figures And Financial Interrelationships
- Successful Motivation Of Interdisciplinary, Partly International Teams, Employees And Colleagues In A Matrix Organization
- Strong Understanding Of Digital Processes (End-To-End), Automation And It Security
- Clear And Convincing Communication, Including At Executive Board Level, With Employees, Business Partners And Customers
- Very Good Industry-Specific Knowledge Of Wholesale And The Furniture Fittings Industry
- Establishment And Development Of Sustainable And Value-Enhancing Business Relationships And Partnerships
- Professional Know-How In Conflict Management, Resilient And Crisis-Proof
- Conflict Management
- Zertifizierter Mediator
- Sap, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamics Ax (Erp), Microsoft Dynamics Nav (Erp), Project Management Tools
Languages
Education
Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg
Diplom Kaufmann · Business Administration · Bamberg, Germany · Gut
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Michael is based in Mettmann, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Michael has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 8 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Manager, Strategic Business Development Digital Transformation, Managing Director.
Michael's most recent position is Interim Manager at Freelancer.
In recent years, Michael has worked for Freelancer and Häfele SE & Co. KG.
Michael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Construction.
Michael is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Marketing. Michael also has some experience in Information Technology, Operations, and Production.
Michael has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.
Michael has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Product Development.
Michael holds a Master in Business Administration from Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg.
Michael has 1 certificate: Zertifizierter Mediator.
Michael is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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