Mike Pirnbaum
Pforzheim
Summary
Results-driven logistics and project management professional with extensive experience in motorsport, automotive, and trade fair logistics. Proven track record in procurement, supply chain optimization, and international transport coordination. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency, and delivering high-stakes projects under tight deadlines. Strong analytical skills, hands-on leadership, and a passion for performance-driven industries. Fluent in German and English, with a deep understanding of global logistics challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Trip Management Mercedes-Benz AMG
FERCHAU GmbH
12.2024 - Current
- Planning and organizing test drives
- Process optimization of internal team workflows
- Coordination of material and vehicle transports
Project Manager Automotive – Porsche Motorsport
FERCHAU GmbH
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Procurement logistics for customer motorsport
- Interface between sales, purchasing, engineering, and suppliers
- Analyze and verify spare part dispositions, usage, and inventory
Specialist Motorsport Logistics
DHL Global Forwarding GmbH
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Processing customer orders for international motorsport events
- Organization and planning of transports using various types of transport such as air, land, and sea
- On-Site delegation at Racing events
Project Manager Trade Fair Logistics
Schenker Deutschland AG
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Handling of international transport, including quotation preparation
- Order entry and invoicing
- Customer care and support for existing customers Project management for mechanical engineering and automotive
- On-site delegation at major events
Active job search
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Personal development and career coaching
Account Executive
FedEx Express Germany GmbH
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Territory and portfolio management (approximately 2 million euros annual volume)
- New customer acquisition
- Analysis of supply chains, uncovering optimization potential, and implementing solutions
- Quotation preparation and contract negotiations Internal expert in Customer Financial Services
Project Manager Stand Construction Logistics
Schenker Deutschland AG
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Handling of European transports, including quotation preparation
- Order entry and invoicing
- Customer care and support for existing customers On-site delegation at major events
Parcel Deliverer
DHL Delivery
02.2015 - 08.2015
- (Location Pforzheim)
Au Pair
Cultural Care Germany GmbH
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Caring for two children of a host family
- Accompanying them to leisure activities & hobbies
- Assisting with homework and household tasks
Voluntary Military Service
Bundeswehr
06.2011 - 07.2011
Education
Training - Freight Forwarder
Kaufmännische Schule 1
01.2018
Vocational College - Foreign Languages
Ludwig-Erhardt-Schule
01.2011
Training - Car Mechanic
Ferdinand von Steinbeiß Schule
03.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Mörike Realschule
06.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP
- MS Teams
- Salesforce (CRM)
- JAV Board
- ABLE Up Leadership Program
- Organizational Talent
- Self-Reflection
- Reliability
- Enthusiasm
- Authenticity
- Driver's License
Hobbies & Interests
Passionate about cars and motorsport, with a deep appreciation for high-performance engineering and racing culture. Dedicated to fitness and sports, always striving for new challenges and personal improvement. Enthusiastic about languages and continuous learning, constantly expanding knowledge in various fields. Strong interest in general military forces, combined with a love for outdoor adventures, survival skills, and nature exploration. Music providing creativity and motivation in both personal and professional endeavors.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Trip Management Mercedes-Benz AMG
FERCHAU GmbH
12.2024 - Current
Project Manager Automotive – Porsche Motorsport
FERCHAU GmbH
04.2023 - 09.2024
Specialist Motorsport Logistics
DHL Global Forwarding GmbH
09.2022 - 01.2023
Project Manager Trade Fair Logistics
Schenker Deutschland AG
12.2021 - 08.2022
Active job search
06.2021 - 11.2021
Account Executive
FedEx Express Germany GmbH
06.2019 - 06.2021
Project Manager Stand Construction Logistics
Schenker Deutschland AG
01.2018 - 05.2019
Parcel Deliverer
DHL Delivery
02.2015 - 08.2015
Au Pair
Cultural Care Germany GmbH
01.2014 - 01.2015
Voluntary Military Service
Bundeswehr
06.2011 - 07.2011
Vocational College - Foreign Languages
Ludwig-Erhardt-Schule
Training - Car Mechanic
Ferdinand von Steinbeiß Schule
High School Diploma - undefined
Mörike Realschule
Training - Freight Forwarder
Kaufmännische Schule 1
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