More about the interim manager
The interim manager is an expert in B2B sales, marketing and strategy in the international chemical and industrial goods industry. He optimizes sales and marketing processes and increases sales efficiency - without losing sight of the needs of customers and employees. With a doctorate in chemistry, he primarily seeks mandates in the management of B2B sales and marketing.
In his most recent projects, for example, the interim manager developed strategies for the reorganization of international direct and wholesale sales for an industrial goods manufacturer. In another project, he developed new and existing sales processes as part of a commercial excellence initiative and successfully implemented B2B e-commerce projects.
The interim manager has been self-employed since 2023. Previously, he was Director Marketing & Digital at Röhm, a German market leader and manufacturer of chemical products for the plastics and coatings industry with 3,500 employees and annual sales of 1.8 billion euros, as well as Director Building & Construction Materials at Evonik.
International experience and strong multicultural skills
In five years as General Manager Asia/Pacific at Evonik Industries, the interim manager has not only become very familiar with the chemical and industrial goods industry in the Asia-Pacific region, but has also been able to significantly expand his intercultural skills. Based in Shanghai, he built up an international sales team - and achieved double-digit growth well above the market average. He also has a strong network from this time, which he is happy to put at the service of his clients.
In addition to his analytical and commercial skills, the interim manager offers extensive project management experience in cross-functional and international teams. Clients and teams attest to his leadership style, which is characterized by multicultural skills and social empathy: modern, coaching, goal-oriented and with open communication.
