Jan Schulze, MBA

Experience

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  Karl Geuther & Co. Holding GmbH & Co. KG

  Aug 2011 - Jun 2017

  -Drive global sales strategies for logistics services, FMCG, and leisure goods, fostering growth across international markets.-Oversee the management of global export and import shipments, including compliance and sanctions checks, financing, and implement strategic tools.-Prepare monthly financial closings and reporting for the respective business segment’s VP, ensuring timely and accurate data. 3-year dual-apprenticeship with several off-sites and various interns in several business segments, among others:● Accounting & Controlling● Customer Service, export and import● Equipment Maintenance● Customs & regulatory affairs

  • Strategy Operations Manager Global Business

    Aug 2014 - Jun 2017

  • Assistant Manager | Shipping & Logistics

    Aug 2011 - Jul 2014
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  Geuther & Schnitger Logistics GmbH & Co KG

  Jul 2017 - Mar 2023

  Director / General Manager (Prokurist)-Lead and manage a cross-functional team of over 20 FTEs across multiple branches and departments.-Oversee a budget of €70M, ensuring strategic allocation and effective utilization.--> Spearhead and manage complex projects aimed at improving operational efficiency, especially:a) Transnational outsourcing initiatives for administrative functionsb) IT implementation projects across multiple functions such as Business Operations, HR, and Accounting.c) Harmonization projects on corporate group level, achieving in procurement efficiency gains through strategic bundling.d) Initiate, execute and post-integration of M&A activities on Group level to drive growth and operational synergies. Show less -Lead a team of 10 FTEs across Sales and Operations functions, driving performance and growth.-Spearhead the company’s global expansion strategy, establishing leading roles in Europe’s logistics sector, with a focus on Persian Gulf, forestry logistics, and liquid bulk shipments, particularly in international markets.-Coordinate and report quarterly financial statements to Corporate Management and the Supervisory Board.-Successfully establish international subsidiaries and joint ventures in key markets, including India and the UAE.-Drive significant financial improvements, achieving a sustainable +40% increase in revenue and EBT, alongside a 63% reduction in Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). Show less

  • Director/General Manager – Business Development, Commercials, Financial Planning

    Feb 2020 - Mar 2023

  • Head of Commercials and Operations

    Jul 2017 - Jan 2020
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  Henkel

  Apr 2023 - now

  Manager Controlling Digital Business

  Henkel is the global leader in adhesive technologies and has leading positions in many countries in laundry, home care, and beauty care. With these two strategic pillars, Henkel employs more than 50.000 people worldwide. To tackle the challenges of our VUCA world, digital transformation and its backed processes gain crucial importance. In my current role, we offer optimized cost transparency to our digital business organization through● Short- and long-term cost planning● Accurate monthly reporting● Investment-review and cost controlling Show less