Ulrich Koester-Digital Transformation Manager Qualification Program
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Head of SCM
Gerresheimer Bünde GmbH
- Leading 59 employees (planning, procurement, logistics, strategy)
- Managing three production sites
- Implementing SIOP process
- Developing alternative purchasing concepts
- Harmonizing processes
Digitalization Project Manager
Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik GmbH
- Implementing a digital batch record
- Contributing to the implementation of an MES system
Supplier Development Manager
Rheinmetall Electronics
- Stabilizing a core supplier
- Reorganizing a strategic supplier
- Clearing a backlog
- Optimizing process workflows
- Production control
Strategy & Implementation Coach
Helm AG
- Developing and implementing a new SCM strategy
- Collaborating on strategy development
- Supporting roll-out in operational teams
Production/SCM Manager
Aptar Dortmund & Menden
- Managing 168 employees
- Crisis management and site development
- Developing a local strategy to improve customer excellence
- Optimizing procurement processes
- Achieving KPIs
- Introducing autonomous manufacturing cells
SAP Rollout Project Manager
TE Sensors
- Led the SAP war room to replace the Manman ERP system
- Implemented SAP R/3
- Completed migration and hypercare
Distribution Center Project Manager
UHU/Bolton Adhesives
- Logistics and process design for a newly designed distribution center
- Participated in the planning and design phase
- Responsible for operational implementation and smooth start-up
- Managed external service providers
Managing Partner
Productos Blancos Europe B.V.
- Developed a business model for distributing industrial minerals for paper, glass, paint, and building materials
- Partnered with a Spanish company
- Went live with headquarters in Rotterdam and a customer base in Central Europe
- Scaled systems to handle up to 4,000 tons per year
- Expanded the customer base to 20
Consultant
Vedanta Resources Limited
- Provided external support to the Boston Consulting restructuring team
- Evaluated purchasing contracts and renegotiated with suppliers
- Initiated cost-saving measures
Managing Partner, Interim Manager
Maritime Tecnet GmbH
- Mandates in DACH and Europe
- Industries: pharma, chemicals, mechanical engineering, trade
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Metals and Mining, and Aerospace and Defense.
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Experienced in Operations, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Production, and Project Management.
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Digital Transformation Manager Qualification Program
Haufe Akademie GmbH & Co. KG
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Ulrich is based in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Ulrich speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).
Ulrich has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Ulrich has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Ulrich may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Ulrich would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of SCM, Digitalization Project Manager, Supplier Development Manager.
Ulrich's most recent position is Head of SCM at Gerresheimer Bünde GmbH.
In recent years, Ulrich has worked for Gerresheimer Bünde GmbH, Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik GmbH, Rheinmetall Electronics, Helm AG, and Aptar Dortmund & Menden.
Ulrich is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical. Ulrich also has some experience in Metals and Mining and Aerospace and Defense.
Ulrich is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Strategy, and Supply Chain Management. Ulrich also has some experience in Procurement, Production, and Sales.
Ulrich has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical.
Ulrich has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Strategy, and Procurement.
Ulrich has 1 certificate: Digital Transformation Manager Qualification Program.
The availability of Ulrich needs to be confirmed.
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