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Wolfgang Hoffmann

Lecturer

Wolfgang Hoffmann
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Insheim, Germany

Experience

May 2024 - Present
1 year 11 months

Lecturer

Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University

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Position Summary
Lecturer at Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Research and Development
Aug 2023 - Present
2 years 8 months

Consultant | Coach | Interim Manager

Self-employed

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Position Summary
Consultant | Coach | Interim Manager at Self-employed
Industries
Professional Services
Business Areas
Human Resources
Strategy
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 years
Rülzheim, Germany

Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory

TRANSAC Logistics GmbH

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Position Summary
Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory at TRANSAC Logistics GmbH
Industries
Transportation
Business Areas
Logistics
Jan 2006 - Dec 2021
16 years
Wörth am Rhein, Germany

Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory

Nuss Spedition und Logistik Center

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Position Summary
Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory at Nuss Spedition und Logistik Center
Industries
Transportation
Business Areas
Logistics
Operations
Jan 2003 - Dec 2005
3 years
Germany

Managing Director

Barth-Rudorf Spedition GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Managing Director at Barth-Rudorf Spedition GmbH
Industries
Transportation
Business Areas
Logistics
Supply Chain Management
Jan 1999 - Dec 2001
3 years
Mannheim, Germany

Head of Mannheim Logistics Center

Rhenus AG & Co. KG

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Position Summary
Head of Mannheim Logistics Center at Rhenus AG & Co. KG
Industries
Transportation
Business Areas
Logistics
Jan 1995 - Dec 1999
5 years
Germersheim, Germany

Department Manager, Shipping and Receiving

Gumasol Werke Dr. Mayer GmbH & Co.

Expertise details
Position Summary
Department Manager, Shipping and Receiving at Gumasol Werke Dr. Mayer GmbH & Co.
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Logistics
Supply Chain Management
Jan 1985 - Dec 1995
11 years

Clerk/Dispatcher

Various companies in industry/trade/freight forwarding

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Position Summary
Clerk/Dispatcher at Various companies in industry/trade/freight forwarding
Industries
Transportation
Manufacturing
Retail
Business Areas
Logistics
Operations

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Transportation, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, and Education.

Transportation
Manufacturing
Retail
Professional Services
Education
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Strategy, and Research and Development.

Logistics
Operations
Supply Chain Management
Human Resources
Strategy
Research and Development
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Summary

With a broad range of experience in the logistics industry and versatile coaching skills, I stand for dynamic and effective leadership. Through my many years working as a managing director and project manager, I know the challenges that companies and their teams face. My approach is shaped by a deep appreciation of the diversity of people and their unique potentials.

In my role as a coach and consultant, I focus on helping leaders and teams discover their strengths and achieve sustainable success. I am convinced that the future of leadership is closely tied to the principles of coaching. Recognizing and nurturing individual abilities not only contributes to a company's success but also makes the world a little better.

Modern leadership means not only setting goals but also creating space for personal development. Coaching promotes exactly this development and inspires people to exceed their own expectations. This leads to innovative solutions and a strong, committed team that masters the challenges of the future together.

Skills

  • Finance/accounting: Experienced In Budget Planning And Financial Control Of Projects.

  • Sales And Key Account Management: Successful Development And Maintenance Of Customer Relationships.

  • Purchasing And Freight Forwarding Operations: Efficient Management Of Procurement Processes And Operational Freight Forwarding.

  • Warehouse Logistics Operations: Optimization And Management Of Warehouse Processes.

  • Planning, Implementation, And Operational Control Of Supply Chain And Logistics Processes Internationally (Europe, Asia, Usa, Mexico) For Automotive, Solar, And Trading Sectors.

  • Quality Management: Ensuring And Implementing Quality Standards (Ifs Logistics, Din En Iso, Organic).

  • It Management: Implementation And Administration Of It Systems To Support Logistics Processes.

  • Cost, Budget, And Performance Responsibility: Responsible For Financial Control And Monitoring.

  • Strategic Business Planning: Development And Implementation Of Long-term Company Strategies.

  • Personnel Development: Leading And Motivating Teams, Coaching Potential Leaders.

  • Process Optimization: Analysis And Improvement Of Operational Workflows.

  • Project Management: Leading And Controlling Logistics Projects With Up To 70 Employees.

  • Analytical Skills: Precise Analysis Of Complex Situations And Development Of Effective Solutions.

  • Problem-solving Skills: Efficiently Solving Problems With High Creativity.

  • Flexibility: Quick Adaptation To New Situations And Flexible Problem-solving.

  • Teamwork: Excellent Collaboration Within Teams And Support For Colleagues.

  • Leadership Competence: Successful Leadership And Development Of Teams, Strong Motivational Skills.

  • Communication Skills: Excellent Communication For Smooth Information Flow.

  • Individual Potential Development: Helps Leaders And Teams Discover And Leverage Their Unique Strengths.

  • Change Management: Successfully Guides Companies And Employees Through Change Processes.

  • Team And Leadership Development: Designs Tailored Training And Coaching Programs To Strengthen Leadership Skills And Team Dynamics.

  • Conflict Management: Mediates In Conflict Situations And Fosters Constructive Communication.

  • Strategic Coaching: Supports The Development And Implementation Of Business Strategies.

  • Motivation Coaching: Motivates And Inspires Employees To Achieve Peak Performance And Sustained Engagement.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary

Education

Oct 1994 - Jun 1998

Karlsruhe Academy of Public Administration and Business

Business Administrator (VWA) · Karlsruhe, Germany

Oct 1983 - Jun 1985

David & Baader GmbH

Industrial Clerk · Germany

Oct 1981 - Jun 1983

Vocational School of Business

Secondary School Certificate · Economics · Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Professional competence for domestic and cross-border freight transport

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8
Experience in Transportation 35 y
Avg length 5 y 7 m
Longest experience 15 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)
Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Lecturer, Consultant | Coach | Interim Manager, Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory
Main industries Transportation, Manufacturing, Retail
Main business areas Logistics, Operations, Supply Chain Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

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Where is Wolfgang based?

Wolfgang is based in Insheim, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Wolfgang speak?

Wolfgang speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Wolfgang have?

Wolfgang has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Wolfgang has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years. Note that Wolfgang may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Wolfgang be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Wolfgang would be well-suited for roles such as: Lecturer, Consultant | Coach | Interim Manager, Managing Director - Sole Authorized Signatory.

What is Wolfgang's latest experience?

Wolfgang's most recent position is Lecturer at Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University.

What companies has Wolfgang worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Wolfgang has worked for Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University, Self-employed, TRANSAC Logistics GmbH, and Nuss Spedition und Logistik Center.

Which industries is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in industries like Transportation, Manufacturing, and Retail. Wolfgang also has some experience in Professional Services and Education.

Which business areas is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in business areas like Logistics, Operations, and Supply Chain Management. Wolfgang also has some experience in Human Resources, Strategy, and Research and Development.

Which industries has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in industries like Transportation, Professional Services, and Education.

Which business areas has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in business areas like Logistics, Operations, and Human Resources.

What is Wolfgang's education?

Wolfgang attended Karlsruhe Academy of Public Administration and Business.

Does Wolfgang have any certificates?

Wolfgang has 1 certificate: Professional competence for domestic and cross-border freight transport.

What is the availability of Wolfgang?

Wolfgang is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Wolfgang?

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

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