Thorsten Sanner - Senior Consultant / TBL

Q: Where is Thorsten based?

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

Q: What languages does Thorsten speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Thorsten have?

Thorsten has at least 9 years of experience. During this time, Thorsten has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 15 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months . Note that Thorsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Thorsten's latest experience?

Thorsten's most recent position is Senior Consultant / TBL at Telekom .

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

In recent years, Thorsten has worked for Telekom , Vetter Pharma , FORVIA (HELLA) , Kalundborg Refinery A/S , and GIGASET .

Q: Which industries is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Energy . Thorsten also has some experience in Biotechnology , Chemical , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Operations , and Quality Assurance . Thorsten also has some experience in Customer Service and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Energy , and Chemical .

Q: Which business areas has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Operations , and Quality Assurance .

Recommended expert

Cologne, Germany

Check rate

Experience

Jan 2026 - Present

4 months

Senior Consultant / TBL

Telekom

Create the blue prints
Process modeling
Modules: SAP S/4 HANA Service

Jan 2026 - Present

4 months

Senior Consultant / TBL

Vetter Pharma

Create the blue prints
Customizing Asset Management
Support the EAM data migration
Create the TSD for developments
Modules: SAP S/4 HANA Asset Management

Feb 2024 - Aug 2025

1 year 7 months

Senior Consultant / TBL

FORVIA (HELLA)

Create the blue prints
Customizing Asset Management, Service, DMS and CATS
Process modeling
Support the EAM data migration
Create the TSD for developments
Modules / Tools: SAP S/4 HANA Asset Management and Signavio

Jun 2023 - Jan 2024

8 months

Senior Consultant

Kalundborg Refinery A/S

Review existing SAP EAM processes
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM

Feb 2023 - Jun 2023

5 months

Senior Consultant

GIGASET

Implement customer requirements
Customizing
Documentation
User support
Modules / Tools: SAP S/4 HANA Asset Management in the Public Cloud

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

1 year 1 month

Senior Consultant / TBL

Schill + Seilacher

Implement the scope IDs
Customizing
Support the EAM data migration by creating load files and mapping
QM test equipment handling and checklists
Documentation
End user training
Modules / Tools: SAP S/4 HANA Asset Management

Nov 2021 - Dec 2022

1 year 2 months

Senior Consultant

Shell Energy Rheinland

Create concept
Create customizing specifications for offshore team
Documentation
User support
Budget management
SAP S/4 HANA preparation
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SAP CO, SAP S/4 HANA Asset Management

Mar 2021 - Sep 2021

7 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH

Implement PM template processes
Customizing
Support the EAM data migration by creating load files and mapping
Create checklists
Documentation
Create training materials
Hypercare
Go live support
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, S/4 HANA Asset Management, Solution Manager

Nov 2020 - Apr 2021

6 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Diverse Stammkunden

Process tickets
Customizing
Bug fixing
Problem solving
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD, PM, CS

Sep 2019 - Sep 2020

1 year 1 month

SAP Senior Consultant

Dehn

Gather requirements
Implement PM processes
Customizing
Create technical place structure
Create checklists
Documentation
Create training materials
Hypercare
Go live support
Conduct review workshop after go live
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SAP QM

Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

1 month

SAP Senior Consultant

WashTec

Introduce SAP FSM
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SAP FSM

Mar 2019 - Sep 2019

7 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Sartorius

Implement service processes
Bug fixing in customizing
Document tests and changes in Solution Manager
Cut over
Support tests
Go live support
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD

Jan 2019 - Mar 2019

3 months

SAP Senior Consultant

EagleBurgmann

Gather requirements
Implement PM processes
Customizing
Document in Solution Manager including ChaRM
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SAP QM

May 2018 - Dec 2018

8 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Sartorius

Implement service processes
Bug fixing in customizing
Document tests and changes in Solution Manager
Cut over
Support tests
Go live support
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD

Jan 2018 - Mar 2018

3 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Schunk

Implement new service processes
Bug fixing in customizing
Cut over
Support tests
Go live support
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD

Aug 2017 - Sep 2017

2 months

SAP Senior Consultant

Leybold GmbH

Conduct workshops with key users
Create concepts
Customizing
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD

Jul 2016 - Nov 2017

1 year 5 months

SAP Senior Consultant

EagleBurgmann

Gather requirements and realize solutions
Create templates
Process tickets
Create concepts
Optimize repair handling
Optimize service reporting
Extend QM notification handling
Manage measurement equipment
Create programming specifications for interfaces
Develop extensions and programs for the development team
Document in Solution Manager including ChaRM
Train a junior consultant
Modules / Tools: SAP EAM, SD, QM

Industry Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time.

Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Information Technology, and Chemical.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Energy

Pharmaceutical

Information Technology

Chemical

Business Area Experience

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

Experienced in Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance, Customer Service, and Sales.

Information Technology

Operations

Quality Assurance

Customer Service

Sales

Summary

For over 22 years, I have worked as an SAP consultant specializing in organizational consulting for maintenance and service processes and the related logistics processes. I have expert knowledge in these areas and have experience leading project teams. Because of my strengths in communication, facilitation, and guiding customers, I have generally been part of core teams with high responsibility.

Skills

Organizational Consulting
Change Management
Business Coaching
Process Management
Implementations
Evaluations
Rollouts
Migrations
Requirements Analysis
Feasibility Studies
Creation Of Requirements And Functional Specifications
Optimization And Harmonization Of Business Processes
Conducting Workshops And Standard Training
Design And Delivery Of Individual Trainings (Pm/cs/mm/sd/ps) In S/4 Hana
Sap Pm (Plant Maintenance)
Sap Cs (Customer Service)
Sap Sd (Sales & Distribution)
Sap Eam (Enterprise Asset Management)
Sap Field Service Management (Fsm)
S/4 Hana Asset Management
S/4 Hana Service
S/4 Hana Public Cloud
S/4 Hana Private Cloud
Strong Communication Skills
Empathy
Commitment
Ability To Solve Problems Under Pressure
Team Spirit
Logical-analytical Thinking
Leading Teams
Managing Subprojects
Coaching
Team Management
Change Management
Roll-out Management
Project Marketing
Business Process Optimization
Reporting And Monitoring
Mind Mapping
Industry Experience: Automotive Suppliers
Industry Experience: Energy Utilities
Industry Experience: Chemical Industry
Industry Experience: Mechanical Engineering
Industry Experience: Medical Technology
Industry Experience: Service Providers
Industry Experience: Plant Engineering
Industry Experience: Oil / Refining
Programming Language Abap/4 (Basic Knowledge, Reading)
Sap Erp
S/4 Hana 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025 Public Cloud
S/4 Hana 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025 Private Cloud
Sap Fsm
Signavio

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

State-certified technician · Mechanical Engineering

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 17

Experience in Manufacturing 2.5 y

Avg length 7 m

Longest experience 1 y 6 m

Expertise

Recent roles Senior Consultant / TBL, Senior Consultant, SAP Senior Consultant

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy

Main business areas Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance

Profile

Created

April 2026

Need a freelancer? Find your match in seconds.

Try FRATCH GPT

Frequently asked questions

Do you have questions? Here you can find further information.

Where is Thorsten based?

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

What languages does Thorsten speak?

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

How many years of experience does Thorsten have?

Thorsten has at least 9 years of experience. During this time, Thorsten has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months. Note that Thorsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Thorsten be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Thorsten would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Consultant / TBL, Senior Consultant, SAP Senior Consultant.

What is Thorsten's latest experience?

Thorsten's most recent position is Senior Consultant / TBL at Telekom.

What companies has Thorsten worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thorsten has worked for Telekom, Vetter Pharma, FORVIA (HELLA), Kalundborg Refinery A/S, and GIGASET.

Which industries is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy. Thorsten also has some experience in Biotechnology, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Quality Assurance. Thorsten also has some experience in Customer Service and Sales.

Which industries has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Energy, and Chemical.

Which business areas has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Quality Assurance.

What is Thorsten's education?

Thorsten attended education in Mechanical Engineering.

What is the availability of Thorsten?

Thorsten will be available part-time from May 2026.

What is the rate of Thorsten?

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