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Stabilize operations.

Improve material flow.

Ensure delivery capability.

My name is Richard Porstmann. I am an interim manager specializing in operations transformation, materials management, and SCM stabilization for manufacturing companies. I step in when delivery capabilities, material flow, inventory levels, lead times, or operational organization are under pressure—especially when the challenges involve international operations.

I work with my clients as an Interim COO, Head of Operations, Head of Operations Transformation, Program Director of Operations, or Head of SCM / Materials Management. Working globally, I take on responsibilities at the C-level or senior management level. I create transparency, stabilize material availability and on-time delivery, reorganize teams and processes, and implement measurable actions.

About me

To me, “operations” refers to the interplay of all operational functions—from planning, materials management, supply chain management, procurement, logistics, production, and engineering to cross-site collaboration within international organizations. I align these areas with common goals and link strategic management at the C-level with consistent execution on the shop floor.

Projects

What subject areas do I cover with my services on the international stage?

Operations and SCM Stabilization

Stabilization of delivery capacity, material availability, planning, scheduling, logistics, and supplier performance

Operations Transformation

Reorganization of structures, processes, roles, responsibilities, KPIs, and management routines in Operations, SCM, and Materials Management.

Materials Management & Supply Chain Performance

Improvements in material flow, inventory, production supply, transparency, and operational control

Ramp-up, Greenfield, and International Site Development

Establishment of local SCM, procurement, and operations structures, supplier base, processes, and teams

Operational Excellence & KPI Management

Implementation of reporting, key performance indicators, control logic, management dashboards, and ERP preparation.

Procurement as a Lever for Operations

Supplier management, global procurement strategies, cost and cash implications—always in relation to supply capability, inventory levels, and operational performance.

What are my main areas of expertise?

Operations Transformation:

  • Reorganization of structures, processes, roles, and KPIs
  • Establishing Effective Leadership and Management Procedures

Delivery Capacity & Material Availability:

  • Stabilizing Critical Material Flows and Supply Chains
  • Improving Bottleneck Management and Production Supply

Material Management & SCM Performance:

  • Optimization of Planning, Scheduling, Logistics, and Inventory
  • Greater transparency in material flow, lead times, and control

Procurement as an Operations Lever:

  • Strategic Procurement with a Focus on Supply Capability, Costs, and Cash
  • Verifiable Savings Through Product Category and Supplier Management

Ramp-up, Greenfield, and Site Development:

  • Establishing local organizations, processes, teams, and supplier networks
  • International Implementation Leading to a Robust Go-Live Structure

International Leadership & Cross-Functional Teams:

  • Leading Intercultural Teams in International Production Environments
  • Integration of Operations, SCM, Purchasing, Logistics, and Production

Interim Leadership in Critical Situations:

  • Assuming responsibility at the C-level or senior management level
  • Stabilization during crises, leadership vacancies, transformation, and operational pressure

"I bridge the gap between C-level management and shop floor execution—and deliver measurable improvements in operational performance."

Richard Porstmann

"I bridge the gap between C-level management and shop-floor execution—and deliver measurable improvements in operational performance."

Richard Porstmann

Project References

Improving procurement efficiency for a medical device manufacturer, along with reorganizing the operations division

Reorganization of purchasing, establishment of strategic purchasing, product group and supplier management and establishment of the central purchasing department
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Reorganization of purchasing in the packaging industry

Development of the central purchasing department as a best-in-class organization in the packaging industry
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Transformation of materials management and operations to stabilize production and customer supply at an international laser systems manufacturer in the role of project manager

An international laser system manufacturer was facing significant operational challenges in materials management, supply chain, logistics, and production supply.
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Overview of all projects

QUOTES OF MY CUSTOMERS & PARTNERS

»Richard is a progressive and result oriented leader, a great leader to work with and strong recommendation for leadership role. I have learnt the management skills from him.«

Arun Kumar SingaravelanGlobal Strategic Sourcing Manager - Electrical & Electronics Commodity at OTIS Elevators

»His multicultural breed also provided him quite an open mind approach to problems. Because he travelled and lived in many countries Richard shows how flexible and permeable is him to get different opinions and solutions to problems we would not find otherwise.«

Jordi Teixidó PhD Chartered MCIPSSpecialist Consultancy in Sourcing Excellence - 6 Sigma

»I worked with Richard as his customer. He is a professional highly dedicated, bringing fast and effective responses with transparency. This behavior builds a strong relationship with his customers, based on trust and partnership.«

Luis Alberto MascarenhasAccount Director at Metso Outotec

»Very experienced and professional. Always dealing with us on an extremely fair basis. Clear recommendation as real professional!«

Weber MarkusCEO / Managing Director

»Richard is a businessman who respects the business partner and in the same time is being able to achieve given goals. He is coming to negotiations really well prepared and the negotiation is driven towards targets.«

Bronislav MalikInterim logistic & supply chain manager Automotive Tier1/2

“Richard Porstmann doesn’t view procurement in isolation, but rather as part of operations. That’s exactly what helped us: He systematically integrated procurement, planning, logistics, and production, and stabilized the supply of materials.”

Markus KönigCOO - Medical Technology
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