Profile & Core CompetenciesProven specialist for global Operations / Procurement / SCM with many years of international experience. Key relevant activities along the global value creation chain of goods and services. The acquired core competencies include:Procurement (strategic / operational • direct / indirect) • SCM • Lean Mgmt (KAIZEN / Six Sigma) • Global Sourcing • Brand & Private-Label Mgmt • Wholesale & Retail • Marketing • Contract Mgmt • Intercultural Leadership • Operations.These work experiences gathered domestically and abroad paired with various trainings and further education allow a holistic attitude and pragmatic approach in everyday business life. Furthermore, the successful 10+ years stationed in the procurement markets Asia have had a strong influence on me: Additionally acquired cross-national and multi-level leadership experience combined with intercultural competence. I am perceived as reliable, thoughtful and equipped with the ability to think and act outside the famous "box".International ExperienceASIA: Establish and operate a procurement organization consisting of international sourcing and purchasing offices as well as strategic RHQs in various countries all over Asia. On-site procurement market studies, feasibility analysis to setup own production facilities as well as evaluation to acquire an existing factory.USA / CANADA: English and French language studies. Final exams, various seminars and workshops.EUROPE: Business activities throughout Europe, mainly in Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal.SCANDINAVIA: Several work stays in Scandinavia, mainly in Sweden.