“I am a person of calm, objectivity and authenticity.”
“I am a person of calm, objectivity and authenticity.”
Unexcited, objective and authentic, that’s how I can be described. I am a rock in the surf, who keeps the overview, I am storm-tested and experienced, someone who sorts, structures and processes topics and tasks in a calm and consistent manner.
Hectic and chaos give way to stability, I set the direction, take over the control and set things in motion in a controlled manner. At the same time, I am a coach, confidant and consultant, someone who leads by example, goes ahead, motivates and encourages others.
A certain curiosity distinguishes me. I question how developments have come about. This is how I get a picture to understand connections and the big picture. I grasp quickly, analyze and develop solutions, procedures and a plan. I take up the suggestions of others and involve them. I enjoy working with the people in the company.
I like technology, mechatronic systems and understand finances. I am a child of mechanical and plant engineering and understand complex technical issues.
I have proven all this several times in 30 years of my professional development.
VITA
since 03/2023
Interim Executive Manager & Advisory Board
ROGER SCHMIDT – THE CAPTAIN
Implementation of transformation processes and business development at globally active companies in mechanical and plant engineering
My roles
- CEO, CSO, COO, CRO
- Project and program manager
- Advisory board and supervisory board
- Management Coach
CEO of the FAIST Group
FAIST Anlagenbau GmbH, Krumbach (Schwaben), Germany
Internationally active and market-leading system supplier for technical sound insulation, air intake systems, aero-acoustic wind tunnels, acoustic measuring rooms and test benches for various industries, such as energy supply, automotive, printing and paper industry, mechanical and plant engineering, packaging industry, telecommunications and heating, ventilation and sanitary
- Group-affiliated group of companies
- Turnover: € 95 million; 260 employees; 5 locations
- Industry: Plant construction
07/2014 – 03/2018
CEO of the mall//herlan Group
Mall + Herlan GmbH, Karlsruhe, Germany
Internationally active system supplier and market leader for turnkey production plants for the production of decorated monobloc aerosol cans, tubes or bottles made of aluminum or steel for the aerosol, body and health care, pharma, cosmetics, technical products and beverage industries
- Group-affiliated group of companies
- Turnover: € 100 million; 250 employees; 5 locations
- Industry: Mechanical and plant engineering
02/2015 – 01/2016
CEO of Wifag-Polytype Holding AG ad interim
Wifag Polytype Holding AG, Fribourg, Switzerland
Temporary takeover in addition to the position “CEO of the mall//herlan Group”
Internationally active and market-leading system supplier for packaging systems with a focus on container and flexible packaging solutions including surface coating and decoration. For the industries: aerosols, body & health care, pharma, cosmetics, household & technical products and food & beverage.
- Group, belonging to a foundation
- Turnover: CHF € 320 million; 1,200 employees; 18 locations; 4 business units
- Industry: Mechanical and plant engineering
01/2003 – 06/2014
Head of various business units and special projects
Eisenmann AG, Böblingen, Germany
- 11/2007 – 06/2014: Head of Business Unit General Finishing
- 07/2005 – 10/2007: Head of Business Unit Wood and Plastics Technology
- 01/2003 – 06/2005: Head of Special Projects and Trainee Program
Internationally active and leading system supplier for surface technology, material flow automation, environmental technology and high-temperature process technology
- Operator models
- Family business
- Turnover € 860 million; 3,200 employees; 26 locations; 5 business units
- Industry: Mechanical and plant engineering
11/1998 – 12/2002
Head of Department Electrical / Electronics
Otto Bihler Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Halblech, Germany
Mechanical engineering company, leading system supplier in stamping, bending, welding and assembly technology
- Operator models
- Family business
- Turnover € 80 million, 720 employees; 6 locations
- Industry: Mechanical and plant engineering
02/1994 – 10/1998
Project Manager in the Research and Development Department
Festo AG & Co., Esslingen, Germany
Manufacturer of electromechanical components and automation solutions for process and factory automation
- Family business
- Turnover: € 2.74 billion; 18,500 employees; various locations
- Industry: Process automation
Memberships & Networks
DDIM – Dachgesellschaft Deutsches Interim Management e.V.
The DDIM is the leading industry representation for professional interim management in Germany. The main tasks of the professional and business association are to protect the economic interests of its members and to promote the sustainable promotion of interim management in Germany. The DDIM defines the professional standards, promotes quality assurance and supports the knowledge transfer of its members. Membership in the umbrella organization is regarded as proof of high quality and competence in interim management.
More information at www.ddim.de
Interactive Interim Network e.V.
The Interactive Interim Network e.V. is an association of independent interim managers. The network offers interim managers and cooperation partners a platform for constructive cooperation and professional and human exchange. Knowledge transfer, mutual support and joint market access are the goals of the action. The network creates added value through cooperation.
More information at interactive-interim.com
"The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to turn; the realist adjusts the sails."
William Arthur Ward