Michael
COO/Managing Director - Germany - iCEO #78160

Experience

International catalyst for change with corporate realignment expertise honed in demanding global roles spanning project management, procurement, manufacturing, business development, M&A, and strategy development. A charismatic and pragmatic leader in petrochemical, chemical, and equipment manufacturing industries, able to execute transformation programs, turnaround failing projects & enterprises.

Major Achievements

Actioned a new strategy to form a new Division encompassing 12 international legal entities. Challenged with declining markets and low margins, limitations to the establishment of the Engineering & Technology Division, and a need to focus on 6 target industries. Divisional leadership with P&L authority for €1.1B and 9000 staff.

Industry Sector Competencies

Chemicals

Engineering

Plastics

Chemicals

Private Equity

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO, COO, CRO

Sector: process industries, chemicals, private equity portfolio companies

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, part time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: EUrope, APAC

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Finland

Germany

Hungary

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)