Thierry Hittinger - Integration Consultant

Q: Where is Thierry based?

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

Q: What languages does Thierry speak?

Thierry speaks the following languages: German (Native), French (Native), English (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Thierry have?

Thierry has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Thierry has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months . Note that Thierry may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Thierry's latest experience?

Thierry's most recent position is Integration Consultant at Performgate .

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

In recent years, Thierry has worked for Performgate .

Q: Which industries is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Metals and Mining , and Automotive . Thierry also has some experience in Construction , Telecommunication , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Thierry most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in industries like Construction , Telecommunication , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Finance , and Strategy .

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Schwabhausen, Germany

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Experience

Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

6 months

Germany

Integration Consultant

Performgate

Supported the integration of the first acquisitions as part of a buy-and-build strategy
Optimized the management control systems

Jul 2022 - Present

4 years 1 month

Germany

Managing Director, Civil Engineering and Fiber Optic Networks

Performgate

Led the operational setup after a very rapid start of the growing business in a new country

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

8 months

France

Plant and Brand Manager, Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Performgate

Restored business processes after a failed acquisition integration in France
Carried out an orderly shutdown following the takeover by an American group

Nov 2019 - Jun 2020

8 months

Germany

Managing Director, Holding and Three Plant and Tool Engineering Companies

Performgate

Led transformation and efficiency improvement processes to prepare and optimize divestment opportunities for the PE shareholder

Feb 2019 - Apr 2019

3 months

France

Interim CRO

Performgate

Developed and launched a restructuring plan covering market positioning, production costs and organization
Integrated key parts of the group in France and Germany

Apr 2017 - Jan 2019

1 year 10 months

Germany

Interim Managing Director, then Supervisory Board Member

Performgate

Took over management after the failed succession of the injured owner and the onset of a crisis

Apr 2011 - Dec 2016

5 years 9 months

Germany

Interim CRO and CEO at a steel products manufacturer for industry and trade

Performgate

Took over management as part of a restructuring report requested by a banking consortium
Restored the banks' confidence
Revitalized sales and integrated into the group
Reduced inventory
Returned to positive EBIT (from -1.5 to +1.5 million €)
Improved liquidity position and balanced the balance sheet

Nov 2008 - Apr 2009

6 months

Germany

Interim CFO at a manufacturer of industrial cranes, crane components, and conveyor systems

Performgate

Took over at short notice after a loss of confidence in the outgoing manager
Negotiated the salary adjustment effective January 1, 2009 with the works council
Coached the new head of the service department
Introduced sales-promoting financing options
Initiated cost-reduction programs and group-wide communication

Apr 2008 - Oct 2008

7 months

France

Interim CEO and CRO at a private equity-owned automotive supplier

Performgate

Integrated and turned around the acquired company
Reversed the negative budget variance
Reduced inventory levels
Renegotiated framework contracts with automakers
Increased productivity and reorganized logistics
Introduced and coached a leadership team

May 2007 - Jun 2008

1 year 2 months

France

Interim Business Development Manager for automotive parts retail and workshops (franchise)

Performgate

Defined the organization of the sales floor and workshop
Oversaw construction measures and store fittings
Created business plans
Negotiated financing

Restructuring and turnaround of the group
Closures, spin-offs, and production relocations
Reorientation of R&D and ERP implementations
Introduction of marketing and other measures to improve the operating result from -€10 M to +€4.5 M
Reduced working capital from €87 M to €52 M

Jun 2001 - May 2002

1 year

Paris, France

Controller USINOR TUBES S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Strategic controlling of the precision tubes division with integration of the plants in France, Germany, and Spain

Mar 1997 - May 2002

5 years 3 months

Paris, France

Finance Director TUBEUROP FRANCE S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Adjusted the approach for the five previously independent plants
Organized company management
Implemented a culture of continuous improvement
Led the euro, year 2000 changeover, and industrial benchmarking projects

Mar 1997 - May 2002

5 years 3 months

Homburg, Germany

Managing Director Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Deutschland GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Reviewed options to continue operations and executed a closure
Communicated and negotiated with the works council and unions
Supported staffing measures and transfer of the customer base and assets
Sold the property and secured the loss carryforward

Oct 1995 - Feb 1997

1 year 5 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Sales Manager SaarluxStahl GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Coordinated sales activities in Germany
Direct customer support and building a sales team

Jun 1994 - Sep 1995

1 year 4 months

Paris, France

Sales Manager TUBEUROP FRANCE S.A.

Arcelor Mittal

Coordinating sales activities in Germany
Setting sales policy
Negotiating major deals
Managing the sales team

Feb 1993 - Dec 1994

1 year 11 months

Homburg, Germany

General Manager Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Deutschland GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Reorganizing the company after a partial shutdown
Optimizing steel procurement and implementing new sourcing channels
Organizing reservation and use of excess rolled quantities
Identifying issues in coordinating sales activities

Sep 1990 - Jan 1993

2 years 5 months

Homburg, Germany

Commercial Manager Homburger Röhrenwerk GmbH – TUBEUROP Deutschland GmbH

Arcelor Mittal

Building corporate management by introducing accounting and controlling
Negotiating investment grants with the Ministry of Economic Affairs

Nov 1982 - Sep 1990

7 years 11 months

Morhange, France

Controller

Rehau SA

Cost planning, production costs and internal group cost allocations by cost center and cost unit

Jan 1979 - Nov 1982

3 years 11 months

Morhange, France

Plant Operator

Rehau SA

Responsible for 1 to 3 extruders and staff assignment

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Automotive, Construction, Telecommunication, and Professional Services.

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

Automotive

Construction

Telecommunication

Professional Services

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Operations, Finance, Strategy, Accounting, Sales, and Project Management.

Operations

Finance

Strategy

Accounting

Sales

Project Management

Summary

Experienced German-French manager, with successes in various industries and company types, whether in large corporations, mid-sized companies, private equity firms or family-owned businesses. Wide-ranging tasks and responsibilities in diverse business situations, based on an initial education in business administration.

Proven expertise in carrying out turnarounds and restructurings, with successful negotiations with works councils, unions, banks, shareholders and suppliers. Significant performance improvements through appreciative leadership, ensuring their sustainability.

Skills

Responsibilities: Managing Director, Board Member, President, Liquidator, Commercial Director, Controller, Project Manager.
Areas: Finance, Controlling, Sales, Manufacturing, It, Hr, Procurement.
Industries: Plastics, Steel, Metalworking, Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, Printing Industry, It, Service, Healthcare, Construction, Facility Management.
Experience: Turnaround Management, Erp Implementation, M&A, Building A Sales Organization, Business Development, Setting Up Accounting And Commercial Organization, Introducing A Controlling Mindset, Implementing Controlling Tools, Reducing Working Capital, Debt Reduction, Integrating Merged Companies, Relocating Production Facilities, Transferring Customer Base, Shutting Down Manufacturing Sites And Sales Subsidiaries, Liquidation, Company Founding, Financing, Severance Plans, Sourcing Restructuring, Project Management (Euro, Year 2000, Benchmarking, ...).
Environments: Smes And Corporate-Owned Smes, Private Equity, Turnaround, German-French, Acquisition, Integration, Liquidation, Spin-Off, Shutdown, Setup.

Languages

German

Native

French

Native

English

Elementary

Education

D.E.S.E. · Diploma in Advanced Economic Studies

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 25

Experience in Manufacturing 19 y

Avg length 2 y 9 m

Longest experience 7 y 10 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 4 (Germany, France, Austria, United States)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Integration Consultant, Managing Director, Civil Engineering and Fiber Optic Networks, Plant and Brand Manager, Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Main industries Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Automotive

Main business areas Operations, Finance, Strategy

Profile

Created

February 2025

Last Update

July 2026

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Where is Thierry based?

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

What languages does Thierry speak?

Thierry speaks the following languages: German (Native), French (Native), English (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Thierry have?

Thierry has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Thierry has worked in at least 25 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Thierry may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Thierry be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Thierry would be well-suited for roles such as: Integration Consultant, Managing Director, Civil Engineering and Fiber Optic Networks, Plant and Brand Manager, Medical Equipment Manufacturing.

What is Thierry's latest experience?

Thierry's most recent position is Integration Consultant at Performgate.

What companies has Thierry worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thierry has worked for Performgate.

Which industries is Thierry most experienced in?

Thierry is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, and Automotive. Thierry also has some experience in Construction, Telecommunication, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Thierry most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in industries like Construction, Telecommunication, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Thierry worked in recently?

Thierry has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Finance, and Strategy.

What is Thierry's education?

Thierry attended education in Diploma in Advanced Economic Studies.

What is the availability of Thierry?

Thierry is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Thierry?

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