Sandra Meister - Consultant | Trainer | Coach

Q: Where is Sandra based?

Sandra is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany .

Q: What languages does Sandra speak?

Sandra speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Dutch (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Sandra have?

Sandra has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Sandra has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months . Note that Sandra may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Sandra's latest experience?

Sandra's most recent position is Consultant | Trainer at Self-Employed .

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

In recent years, Sandra has worked for Self-Employed , Siemens Healthineers AG , and Siemens Healthcare GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Sandra most experienced in?

Sandra is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Aerospace and Defense , and Healthcare . Sandra also has some experience in Professional Services , Information Technology , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Sandra most experienced in?

Sandra is most experienced in business areas like Finance , Accounting , and Project Management . Sandra also has some experience in Operations , Strategy , and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Sandra worked in recently?

Sandra has recently worked in industries like Healthcare , Professional Services , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Sandra worked in recently?

Sandra has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Operations , and Project Management .

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Herzogenaurach, Germany

Experience

Sep 2025 - Present

7 months

Germany

Consultant | Trainer

Self-Employed

As a QRM Consultant, I support companies in their transformation from cost-based to time-based management by reducing lead times, optimizing workflows, and developing their people - ensuring that change is truly lived across all levels of the organization.
As a Trainer, I design and deliver learning experiences that go beyond knowledge transfer — they create awareness, foster collaboration, and inspire people to apply what they learn in their daily work. I integrate interactive methods and visual facilitation to make learning tangible, relevant, and impactful for participants.

Jun 2022 - Present

3 years 10 months

Germany

Business Coach

Self-Employed

As a Business Coach, I accompany individuals and teams on their journey of personal and professional growth.

Jun 2022 - Aug 2025

3 years 3 months

Erlangen, Germany

Healthineers Performance System Coach EMEA

Siemens Healthineers AG

create, develop and implement HPS strategies as well as standards and methodologies
support the businesses with their HPS scale-up plan, the moderation and facilitation of cross-functional events as well as complex transformation projects
am skilled in value stream mapping and overall operational performance optimization
train our people in HPS methodologies and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Professional Services, Information Technology, and Automotive.

Manufacturing

Aerospace and Defense

Healthcare

Professional Services

Information Technology

Automotive

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Operations, Strategy, and Human Resources.

Finance

Accounting

Project Management

Operations

Strategy

Human Resources

Summary

The ability to transform is what determines competitiveness today, yet many change initiatives fizzle out in everyday life.

I help organizations and executives effectively shape transformation with clear structures, decisive leadership, and sustainable implementation.

I combine organizational and process consulting with leadership development and coaching to create integrated transformation processes. My goal is not to generate a lot of activity, but rather to create measurable impact in terms of productivity, decision-making quality, and collaboration.

My approach is shaped by over 20 years of experience in operational responsibility in various organizational contexts: change does not succeed through concepts alone, but through consistent implementation in everyday life.

My focus areas:

Effective, time-oriented organizational development
Leadership in transformation phases
Structural clarity and decision-making ability
Sustainable change anchoring

I bring together financial expertise and LEAN/agile methodologies with coaching, (visual) facilitation, and training competence to deliver measurable value and foster professional growth.

With an analytical mindset and a sharp eye for detail, I ensure precision in decisions and contribute to sustainable organizational success.

Driven by continuous learning, collaboration, and a strong sense of responsibility for sustainability, I strive to empower people and create lasting impact - because I believe deeply in the power of people.

Skills

Coaching
Qrm
Training
Lean/agile
Visualization
Process Optimization
Facilitation

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Dutch

Elementary

Education

Oct 2017 - Mar 2019

FAU Nuremberg

Master of Business Administration, International Leadership and Finance · Business Administration · Nuremberg, Germany · 1,5

Oct 2000 - Mar 2004

Hogeschool Zeeland / VWA Essen

Bachelor of Commercial Economics / Betriebswirtin (VWA) · Commercial Economics · Netherlands

Oct 2000 - Sep 2002

Siemens AG

Industrial Clerk · Hamburg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Quick Response Manufacturing - Silver Course

QRM Institute

Coach for Personal Development (certified by Dietz Coaching; coaching training certified by DBVC and IOBC)

Dietz Coaching

Visual Facilitator Curriculum

Bikablo

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Manufacturing 10 y

Avg length 2 y

Longest experience 3 y 9 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Belgium)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Consultant | Trainer, Business Coach, Healthineers Performance System Coach EMEA

Main industries Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare

Main business areas Finance, Accounting, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

March 2026

Last Update

March 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Sandra based?

Sandra is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

What languages does Sandra speak?

Sandra speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Dutch (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Sandra have?

Sandra has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Sandra has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Sandra may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sandra be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sandra would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant | Trainer, Business Coach, Healthineers Performance System Coach EMEA.

What is Sandra's latest experience?

Sandra's most recent position is Consultant | Trainer at Self-Employed.

What companies has Sandra worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sandra has worked for Self-Employed, Siemens Healthineers AG, and Siemens Healthcare GmbH.

Which industries is Sandra most experienced in?

Sandra is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, and Healthcare. Sandra also has some experience in Professional Services, Information Technology, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Sandra most experienced in?

Sandra is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Accounting, and Project Management. Sandra also has some experience in Operations, Strategy, and Sales.

Which industries has Sandra worked in recently?

Sandra has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Sandra worked in recently?

Sandra has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Operations, and Project Management.

What is Sandra's education?

Sandra holds a Master in Business Administration from FAU Nuremberg and a Bachelor in Commercial Economics from Hogeschool Zeeland / VWA Essen.

Does Sandra have any certificates?

Sandra has 3 certificates. These include: Quick Response Manufacturing - Silver Course, Coach for Personal Development (certified by Dietz Coaching; coaching training certified by DBVC and IOBC), and Visual Facilitator Curriculum.

What is the availability of Sandra?

Sandra will be available from May 2026.

What is the rate of Sandra?

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