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Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

Technology Officer (CTO) with a passion for pioneering innovations. Leading the development of cutting-edge fully electric snow groomers. Defining and implementing robust technical strategies, overseeing the development of electric utility vehicles, and ensuring the seamless integration of sustainable solutions. I am responsible for building prototypes, testing of the vehicles as well as the production. I take pride in spearheading the creation of electric snow groomers from concept to… Show more Technology Officer (CTO) with a passion for pioneering innovations. Leading the development of cutting-edge fully electric snow groomers. Defining and implementing robust technical strategies, overseeing the development of electric utility vehicles, and ensuring the seamless integration of sustainable solutions. I am responsible for building prototypes, testing of the vehicles as well as the production. I take pride in spearheading the creation of electric snow groomers from concept to execution, driving advancements in technology, and contributing to the global sustainability agenda. Key AchievementsSuccessful Development and Launch: Led the end-to-end development of a cutting-edge, fully electric snow groomer from conceptualization to market launch within a compressed timeline of two years. This achievement showcased not only technical prowess but also effective project management.Innovative Technical Specifications: Defined and implemented innovative technical specifications for the electric snow groomer, contributing to its exceptional performance and sustainability. This involved incorporating advanced technologies, optimizing battery efficiency, and ensuring seamless integration of electronic and mechanical components. The result was a product that not only met but exceeded industry standards.Establishment of Strategic Partnerships: Formed strategic partnerships with key technology vendors and suppliers critical to the success of the electric snow groomer project. These collaborations played a pivotal role in securing essential components, and ensuring a robust and reliable supply chain, thereby enhancing the overall success of the product in the market. Show less

Shanghai City, China

Overseeing all operations, reporting directly to Schweitzer Group COO, and assisting Italy HQ operations Maintaining relationships with famous clients in Fashion, Electronic and Grocery IndustryBuilding and maintaining the supply chain in China, delivering metal, wood and plastic components for retail fixtures to European subsidiaries and global projects, with purchasing volume of several Mio €. Managing, mentoring and motivating a local team of Project Managers, Purchasers, and… Show more Overseeing all operations, reporting directly to Schweitzer Group COO, and assisting Italy HQ operations Maintaining relationships with famous clients in Fashion, Electronic and Grocery IndustryBuilding and maintaining the supply chain in China, delivering metal, wood and plastic components for retail fixtures to European subsidiaries and global projects, with purchasing volume of several Mio €. Managing, mentoring and motivating a local team of Project Managers, Purchasers, and Operation Managers, supporting development of new products and heading Logistics, including Import/Export and WarehousingKey Achievements Successfully set up the Shanghai subsidiary from scratch, including Assembly, Project and Purchasing departments, with a team of 20 in year one, reporting directly to the COO of the Schweitzer Group Established an assembly line for high-quality retail fixtures within days of materials delivery, overcoming delays and eliminating cultural miscommunications between Italy and China, generating a considerable turnover in year one Defined sourcing strategy in China, evaluating suppliers, ensuring compliance with European HQ quality requirements and saving 40-50% on European costs Investigated and met a specific client need for specific, yet economical, retail display with integrated lighting power supply, working with suppliers to develop a new system and cut costs by 50% Show less

Shanghai

Promoted and seconded to set up the Shanghai subsidiary, reporting to the Head of Sales, AsiaTransferred product and process knowledge, supported recruitment and trained a local team consisting of Product Manager, Warehouse Manager, Sales & Marketing and Internal Sales departments Defined, developed and introduced sales, marketing and product strategies and set up logistics processes Selected to train key client representatives as well as all internal staff and managementLed… Show more Promoted and seconded to set up the Shanghai subsidiary, reporting to the Head of Sales, AsiaTransferred product and process knowledge, supported recruitment and trained a local team consisting of Product Manager, Warehouse Manager, Sales & Marketing and Internal Sales departments Defined, developed and introduced sales, marketing and product strategies and set up logistics processes Selected to train key client representatives as well as all internal staff and managementLed China Sales Team, following sudden departure of Head of Sales, working closely with key clients to restore and strengthen relationships and organised marketing events to improve brand identity Key Achievements Established fully functional warehouse and logistics in 3 weeks, and sales department in one month, secured turnover of several Mio € in 1st year, increasing revenue by 20% Trained Product Manager to handle internal and external product training within 2 months while also working on new customized products Show less

Italy, Schluderns And Laas

Led production optimization projects, following Lean and Kaizen principles to improve cost and efficiencyStrategically planned workflow and factory capacity, developed and maintained inventory management Managed JDE and Oracle data including bills of materials, work plans and capacity informationStreamlined ERP processes to improve production planning efficiency and prompt production data updates Key Achievements Collaborated with IT to develop a customised ERP tool for… Show more Led production optimization projects, following Lean and Kaizen principles to improve cost and efficiencyStrategically planned workflow and factory capacity, developed and maintained inventory management Managed JDE and Oracle data including bills of materials, work plans and capacity informationStreamlined ERP processes to improve production planning efficiency and prompt production data updates Key Achievements Collaborated with IT to develop a customised ERP tool for Production Planning, introducing in-time data collection, increasing transparency and reducing paperwork, saved 20% in planning process workload Show less

Austria Innsbruck

Design Engineer Designed fuel injection and water cooling components for combustion engines for clients including Porsche, Bentley, Volkswagen, Opel and KTMKey Achievements Worked on FMEA, addressing repeatedly high failure of a specific component by analysing production flow, improving production tools and slightly changing design, reduced failure from 8% to <1%

Austria Innsbruck

Process Engineer Manufactured and maintained production of tools and devices for punching, welding, soldering and inspectionWorked with statistical tools to detect problems in production and follow up quality deviations Key Achievements Completed 8D reports for internal and external quality claimsImproved production processes to increase overall product quality

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business

Activities and Societies: Final Thesis - Examining Time Management from a Chinese Perspective

Engineer'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Final Project - Design and Engineer an automatic production Unit for machining of casting parts