Michael Fath - Strategic Business Field Development Digital Transformation
Experience
Interim Manager
Freelancer
Various projects with focus areas:
- Growth (internationalization)
- Digitization (processes and business models)
- Conflict resolution (mediation, restoring productivity and employee satisfaction)
- Process optimization
Strategic Business Field 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
End-to-end digital marketing processes with online configurators, webshop integration, production integration, and seamless integration into standard business processes
Rollout of the marketing solution to global subsidiaries and support during operationalization
Generation of revenues in the mid double-digit million euro range
Concept development for paperless production control and digital connection of suppliers
Design and planning of a production site for complete drawer manufacturing
Digital and process integration of multiple subcontractors as extended workbenches (complete drawers)
Semi-automated concept including machine design and process integration into standard business processes
Conceptualization, development, and operationalization of a marketing concept for mobile walls (Slido Wall) and worldwide rollout
End-to-end greenfield business model conceptualization
Rollout of marketing to global subsidiaries including support during operationalization
Generation of revenues in the mid double-digit million euro range
Project leadership of the PraktikApp research project in collaboration with the University of Siegen to support social interaction of people in home environments
Development of a WeHub prototype
Nomination for UX Design Award
weHUB was awarded a Special Mention in the Open Focus category in 2023
Managing Director
Weber & Co. Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
- Integration of the company acquired in 06/2013 into the Häfele Group structures as a production and development site
- Maintenance and expansion of key account customer relationships (European furniture fittings industry, IKEA)
- Restructuring of the entire organizational structure and processes
- Establishment of a sliding competence center for the Häfele Group worldwide including new product families
- Implementation of a quality management system according to 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 for market leaders in the door industry
- Introduction of Dynamics AX for corporate management
- Planning and execution of marketing initiatives
- New product developments including various patents and protective rights
- Introduction of a quality management system according to DIN EN ISO 9001
Assistant to Management
Hermann Francksen Nachf. GmbH & Co. KG
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation.
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Experienced in Product Development, Quality Assurance, Operations, Marketing, Information Technology, and Production.
Summary
Innovative business development expert focused on digital transformation and international executive board projects. Solid expertise in developing and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize processes and business models. Successful leadership of global projects, combined with strong intercultural skills and communication. Strong in analyzing market data, identifying trends, and delivering customer-focused solutions. Proven track record in driving 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-driven, with strong leadership and hands-on mentality
- Compatible with mid-sized businesses and down-to-earth
Skills
- Over 15 Years Of Experience In Corporate Management As Ceo
- Development Of New Business Areas And Solutions For Markets And Customers As Part Of A Diversification And Vertical Integration Strategy
- Strong Strategic Thinking For Long-term Planning, Market Analysis, And Market Development
- Excellent Understanding Of Numbers And Financial Relationships
- Successful Motivation Of Interdisciplinary, Sometimes International Teams, Employees, And Colleagues In A Matrix Organization
- Deep Understanding Of Digital Processes (End-to-end), Automation, And It Security
- Clear And Persuasive Communication At Board Level As Well As With Employees, Business Partners, And Customers
- Very Good Industry-specific Knowledge In Wholesale And The Fittings Industry
- Building And Maintaining Sustainable, Value-adding Business Relationships And Partnerships
- Professional Know-how In Conflict Management, Resilient And Crisis-proof
- Conflict Management
- Certified Mediator
- Sap, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamics Ax (Erp), Microsoft Dynamics Nav (Erp), Project Management Tools
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