Andre Doepper
Mettmann
Summary
Experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Expert with extensive leadership skills (currently Managing Director) and strong strategic thinking. Goal-oriented in the development and implementation of innovative procurement strategies, improving efficiency, and optimizing supplier relationships.
My expertise in leading (inter)national teams and negotiating global supply contracts is something I wish to leverage in a responsible managerial role to make a significant contribution to the success of the company.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Procurement Strategy & Development
FLSmidth A/S, Managing Director
09.2022 - Current
- Lead a team of over 60 procurement professionals, overseeing a global procurement portfolio worth DKK 2.3 bn annually.
- Implemented a strategic supplier segmentation model that led to reduction in material costs and an improvement in delivery reliability.
- Spearheaded the digitization of the procurement process through the adoption of an e-procurement system
- Negotiated DKK contracts with key suppliers, achieving reduction in unit costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including finance and logistics, to optimize inventory management
- Led the implementation of a new Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system
- Developed and executed procurement strategies that optimized the end-to-end supply chain, reducing lead times by 30%
- Provided strategic direction for supply chain operations, collaborating with stakeholders across sales, production, and logistics departments to meet organizational goals.
- Development of SIOP
- Responsible and Development of Governance, Tools, Processes, Sourcing Plans, Global Part Catalog, KPIs, Communication and Sustainability
Head of Global Strategic Sourcing
ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Lead a team of 12 procurement professionals, overseeing a global procurement portfolio
- Implemented a strategic supplier segmentation model
- Leading the Global Category Management, Regional Sourcing and Strategic Supply Chain
- Definition and Roll-Out of the Category Management (strategy). Leading the definition and required adjustments of the Category Management and the general material category strategy development.
- Set up and Implemention of creating, coordinating and specifying standard documents and tools (e.g. category strategy formats, pronet applications, supplier rating and classification, Spend Data Warehouse), including the training of all operational PSM teams worldwide.
- Defining, aligning and implementing category-specific strategies jointly with the Category Managers and in collaboration with the operational Procurement Teams worldwide.
- Coordinate and leading frame contract negotiations with focus on demand bundling, cost structure analysis, as well as usage of technical and commercial levers to evaluate cost savings globally.
Senior Auditor
Thyssenkrupp AG
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Implemented best practices in auditing procedures through continuous learning and professional development activities.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and enabling open communication during the audit process.
- Prepared and completed working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Conducted extensive fraud investigations, uncovering irregularities and safeguarding company assets.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance by conducting thorough audits and providing clear recommendations for improvement.
Global Cluster Manager IT
Thyssenkrupp AG
11.2014 - 08.2020
- Team Lead of 6 direct reports and more than 35 functional/indirect reports
- Responsible Leading of negotiation with focus on Clustering, KPI, cost structure, analysis and dealing with technical and commercial levers to evaluate cost savings globally
- Mandate of decision making for global IT Procurement
- Close coordination and cooperation with the responsible IT – department, technical and commercial stakeholders globally
- Definition of the Cluster strategy for the Cluster network and communication related to the thyssenkrupp Group Governance and Procurement strategy globally.
- Set up and Implementation of Cluster targets and covering the degree of fulfillment globally
- Set up of a new IT Procurement Organization including e catalog, e procurement
- Process and Governance implementation
Project Manager
Thyssenkrupp IT Services GmbH
02.2010 - 10.2014
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
Sourcing Manager IT
Thyssenkrupp AG
05.2008 - 01.2010
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Led contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions, reducing overall expenses.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to define business requirements and align sourcing initiatives with organizational goals.
Assistant to the CEO
H. Neukirchen GmbH
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Acted as a liaison between employees and management, fostering an open line of communication that addressed concerns in a timely manner.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality in all aspects of the role as Assistant to the CEO.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, partners, resulting in reliable support services that contributed to smooth operations within the company.
Education
Groß- Und Außenhandelskaufmann - Commercial
Berufskolleg Duisburg Mitte
Duisburg05-2005
Skills
- Procurement process improvement
- Supplier relationship management
- Negotiation expertise
- Supply chain optimization
- Strategic sourcing
- Global procurement
- E-procurement systems
- Sustainability initiatives
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Category management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supplier management
- New vendor setup
- Performance improvement
- Price negotiation
- Cost analysis
- Market analysis
- Global sourcing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Procurement process
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Purchase orders
- Professionalism
- Risk assessment
- Operations management
- MS office
- Inventory coordination
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Danish
Beginner (A1)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Head of Procurement Strategy & Development
FLSmidth A/S, Managing Director
09.2022 - Current
Head of Global Strategic Sourcing
ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions
06.2021 - 08.2022
Senior Auditor
Thyssenkrupp AG
09.2020 - 05.2021
Global Cluster Manager IT
Thyssenkrupp AG
11.2014 - 08.2020
Project Manager
Thyssenkrupp IT Services GmbH
02.2010 - 10.2014
Sourcing Manager IT
Thyssenkrupp AG
05.2008 - 01.2010
Assistant to the CEO
H. Neukirchen GmbH
01.2006 - 03.2008
Groß- Und Außenhandelskaufmann - Commercial
Berufskolleg Duisburg Mitte
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