Rolf Funk - INQA Coach

Q: Where is Rolf based?

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

Q: What languages does Rolf speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Rolf have?

Rolf has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Rolf has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 10 months . Note that Rolf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Rolf's latest experience?

Rolf's most recent position is Owner at Rolf Funk fudim e.K. .

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

In recent years, Rolf has worked for Rolf Funk fudim e.K. and fudim GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Rolf most experienced in?

Rolf is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Professional Services . Rolf also has some experience in Energy and Agriculture .

Q: Which business areas is Rolf most experienced in?

Rolf is most experienced in business areas like Sales , Human Resources , and Strategy . Rolf also has some experience in Marketing , Customer Service , and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Rolf worked in recently?

Rolf has recently worked in industries like Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Rolf worked in recently?

Rolf has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Sales , and Strategy .

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Bühlerzell, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2025 - Present

1 year 5 months

Bühlerzell, Germany

Owner

Rolf Funk fudim e.K.

Solutions and services around business development
Consulting
Interim management
Client acquisition
Coaching and training

Jul 2019 - Dec 2024

5 years 6 months

Bühlerzell, Germany

Managing Director

fudim GmbH

Solutions and services for business development
Consulting
Interim management
Client acquisition
Coaching and training

Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

6 months

Project Manager

Interim Management: Ökologie-Projekt Plenterwald

Ecosystem-based adaptation of a private forest to climate change

Aug 2014 - Dec 2018

4 years 5 months

Winnenden, Germany

International Department Head, Vehicle Wash Product Management

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Reporting to the executive management and member of the Management Board Engineered Solutions
Personnel responsibility for 10 employees
Restructuring the global product management
Responsibility for the global Vehicle Wash portfolio as well as development and implementation of the global product strategy
Coordinating portfolios in Germany, China, and the USA
Initiating product developments, innovations, and platforms
Setting and implementing pricing policy
Defining and implementing marketing strategies
Reducing development costs for platform devices by about 30%
From a “me-too” product to a USP solution
Planning and executing the sales strategy for Emerging Europe
Adapting the product portfolio to regional market requirements
Developing a new payment app
Increasing revenue by 70% in the first year
Saving development budget (> Euro 100,000)
Design Thinking
Modularization
Implementing an order-to-cash process from sales through production to invoicing
Increasing self-service vacuum cleaner revenue by >20% and doubling margins
Successfully participated in a tender for over 600 self-service vacuum cleaners with a sales volume of > Euro 2.0 million

Jan 2010 - Jul 2014

4 years 7 months

Winnenden, Germany

Head of Sales and Business Development for Oil Companies and Investors, Germany

Alfred Kärcher Vertriebs-GmbH

Reporting to executive management
Personnel responsibility for 20 employees
Restructuring of the business unit
Defining and establishing a new market approach strategy from commodity to full-service provider
Introducing an automated order processing system in project business
Implementing a new control and incentive model
Responsible for sales and budget planning
Tripling sales from 2007 to 2014 (from Euro 4.5 million to Euro 14.0 million)
Highest-grossing national division worldwide
Market and benchmark analysis for focused market approach
Setting up key account management
Internal implementation of safety concept for gas stations
Successful market entry and establishment as a relevant market partner
Supplier to major oil companies (e.g., ARAL, ORLEN, SHELL)
Sales increase from Euro 50K (2009) to Euro 2.5 million (2014)

Jan 2007 - Dec 2009

3 years

Winnenden, Germany

Head of Sales and Business Development for Industrial Cleaning Systems Germany

Alfred Kärcher Vertriebs-GmbH

Reports to management
Responsible for 15 employees
Reorganized the sales departments
Planned and implemented a market approach strategy for direct and trade sales, including detailed market analysis, business plan, and setting up a direct sales force and key account management
Planned and executed a new marketing strategy
Achieved annual sales growth of over 20%
Supplied to companies including Daimler AG, Volkswagen, BASF
Defined project goals and plans
Assessed potential overall, by target group, and by product
Conducted potential analysis by postal code areas for direct sales and specialist trade
Developed a global blueprint for market segmentation and sales management

Jan 2003 - Dec 2006

4 years

Winnenden, Germany

Sales Representative and Consultant for Vehicle Care Centers and Franchise Manager

cleanpark GmbH

Report to management
Responsible for developing and executing the marketing strategy
Accountable for sales, budget planning and cost center
Relaunched and implemented a new logo at 250 car wash facilities

Jul 1995 - Dec 2002

7 years 6 months

Winnenden, Germany

Technical Consultant

cleanpark GmbH

Main contact for technical questions for 250 franchisees
Ensured quality and appearance of the facilities
Developed a nationwide training program to provide practical knowledge and raise the quality standards of franchise facilities

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services, Energy, and Agriculture.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Professional Services

Energy

Agriculture

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Sales, Human Resources, Strategy, Marketing, Customer Service, and Quality Assurance.

Sales

Human Resources

Strategy

Marketing

Customer Service

Quality Assurance

Summary

Experienced freelancer with over 20 years of experience in leadership roles, in startups, turnarounds and consulting.

Competence profile:

Head of Sales and Product Management with leadership experience in German midsize companies as well as in international corporations
Expertise in planning and executing product scenarios and portfolios as well as implementing selective sales strategies
Strategic pricing and repositioning, launch of new products and acquisition and development of strategically relevant customers
Industry experience: mechanical engineering, industrial, oil industry, automotive
Soft skills: customer- and employee-oriented approach, empathetic, dynamic, team player, situational, flexible, goal- and result-oriented
Hard skills / core competencies: Business Development, Product Management, Strategic Sales Development and Transformation, Marketing
Leadership style: integrative, partnership-oriented, motivating with hands-on mentality
International experience: worldwide

Skills

Head Of Sales And Product Management With Leadership Experience In German Midsize Companies As Well As In International Corporations
Expertise In Planning And Executing Product Scenarios And Portfolios As Well As Implementing Selective Sales Strategies
Strategic Pricing And Repositioning, Launch Of New Products And Acquisition And Development Of Strategically Relevant Customers
Industry Experience: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial, Oil Industry, Automotive
Soft Skills: Customer- And Employee-Oriented Approach, Empathetic, Dynamic, Team Player, Situational, Flexible, Goal- And Result-Oriented
Hard Skills / Core Competencies: Business Development, Product Management, Strategic Sales Development And Transformation, Marketing
Leadership Style: Integrative, Partnership-Oriented, Motivating With Hands-On Mentality
International Experience: Worldwide

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Mar 1992 - Feb 1995

Aalen University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Industrial Engineering (FH) · Industrial Engineering · Aalen, Germany

Mar 1990 - Feb 1992

Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences, Künzelsau Campus

Pre-diploma · Industrial Engineering · Künzelsau, Germany

Aug 1979 - Jun 1988

Gymnasium at St. Michael

German Abitur · Schwäbisch Hall, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

INQA Coach

Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs

Agile Project Management and Agile Working

Design Thinking – Basics and Practical Example

Efficient Field Service Management

DVS German Sales Manager School

Successful Pricing – Basics and Implementation

Simon Kucher & Partner

Leadership Seminars on Leadership Competence, Conflict and Stress Management, Self-Management, and Personnel Development

Jürgen Richter PE

Sustainability Officer / CSR Manager

CR Consulting

Scrum: Basics, Scrum Master Basics, Product Owner Basics, Advanced Scrum

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Manufacturing 12 y

Avg length 3 y 9 m

Longest experience 7 y 5 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Owner, Managing Director, Project Manager

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services

Main business areas Sales, Human Resources, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 8

Profile

Created

May 2026

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Where is Rolf based?

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

What languages does Rolf speak?

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

How many years of experience does Rolf have?

Rolf has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Rolf has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 10 months. Note that Rolf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Rolf be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Rolf would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner, Managing Director, Project Manager.

What is Rolf's latest experience?

Rolf's most recent position is Owner at Rolf Funk fudim e.K..

What companies has Rolf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Rolf has worked for Rolf Funk fudim e.K. and fudim GmbH.

Which industries is Rolf most experienced in?

Rolf is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Professional Services. Rolf also has some experience in Energy and Agriculture.

Which business areas is Rolf most experienced in?

Rolf is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Human Resources, and Strategy. Rolf also has some experience in Marketing, Customer Service, and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Rolf worked in recently?

Rolf has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas has Rolf worked in recently?

Rolf has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Sales, and Strategy.

What is Rolf's education?

Rolf holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering from Aalen University of Applied Sciences and a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering from Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences, Künzelsau Campus.

Does Rolf have any certificates?

Rolf has 8 certificates. Among them, these include: INQA Coach, Agile Project Management and Agile Working, and Design Thinking – Basics and Practical Example.

What is the availability of Rolf?

Rolf will be available full-time from June 2026.

What is the rate of Rolf?

Rolf's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.