Urs-Ulrich Katzenstein
Freiberuflich, Senior Advisor - Head of Business Development & Transformation Continental EU, Quintes Global
Basel, Schweiz
Über mich
Past? I have held over 20 years of global leadership positions in the business environments of FMCG trade and production with 10 years in APAC roles. Specialties? Let’s be honest, life is too short to waste it on repeating the same things for years... I’m am a versatilist, always striving to improve myself, to learn new things and to mentor others. Passions? I want to be a part of a leadership team in an empowering cultural setting to thrive together with my team. I am inspired by difficult topics on a global scale while leaving a sustainable footprint. This is what I enjoy doing every day! Highlights? - As Audit Director, I recovered > 50 millions of euros by supervising a global reorganization project. - As CEO I was leading my company to over 40% growth in 2,5 years. - Throughout my career, I proactively re-shaped relevant business processes to match changing business models. - I have led digital transformation projects since 1998 long before it was a buzzword for disruption.
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Berufserfahrung von Urs-Ulrich Katzenstein
Bis heute 1 Jahr und 3 Monate, seit Apr. 2023
Senior Advisor - Head of Business Development & Transformation Continental EU
Quintes Global
Consulting · Coordination · Budgeting · Communication · Management Consulting · Business Process Design · Digital Transformation · Business Development · Project Management
4 Jahre und 9 Monate, Nov. 2017 - Juli 2022
Head of IT Bell CH/Head of SAP CC/ Head of Business Development SSC IT
Bell Food Group AGCollaborating with the Operational Units and the Board of Bell Switzerland in order to leverage IT resources to realize synergies, to achieve efficiency increases and cost savings. Leading 7 highly skilled teams of 35 greatly engaged specialists.
4 Jahre und 9 Monate, Nov. 2017 - Juli 2022
Head of @ Shared Services IT
Bell Food Group
Collaborating with the Board of Bell Switzerland and the Operational Units in order to leverage IT resources to realize synergies, to achieve efficiency increases and cost savings. Leading 7 highly skilled teams of 35 greatly engaged specialists.
2 Jahre und 8 Monate, Jan. 2015 - Aug. 2017
Managing Director (based in Pune, IN)
Metro Global Business Services
Define and promote the company's vision and strategy. Drive expansion of the company by acquiring new customers and developing the service portfolio. Improving performance and quality of services provided to group entities.
3 Jahre und 2 Monate, Nov. 2011 - Dez. 2014
Director Audit Regions - Group Internal Audit (Based in Hiongkong, CN)
METRO AGGlobally responsible for regional audit activities leading multicultural teams in 4 regional offices. Led global audit initiatives in close cooperation with country board members. Personally led the APAC team and programs.
2 Jahre und 5 Monate, Juli 2009 - Nov. 2011
Director Procurement and Supplychain Audit (based in Düsseldorf, DE)
METRO AGTo provide global vision and strategy for audits of Procurement/Supply Chain, Quality and Construction/Real Estate. Managed audits programs and forensic investigations. Conducted personalized briefings to METRO AG Board Members.
4 Jahre und 2 Monate, Juni 2005 - Juli 2009
Senior Department Manager Master Data Solutions / Head of Master Data Exchange
Metro Group Solutions (based in Düsseldorf, DE)
Managed Master Data Processes of the Metro Universe. Improved Data Quality by 44% through Implementing METRO article catalogue with connection to Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN). Introduced policies and procedures to ensure Master Data Quality. Created first time transparency on Master Data Quality.
4 Jahre und 6 Monate, Feb. 2001 - Juli 2005
Executive Manager Operations Department
Metro Sourcing (Former Metro Group Buying, based in Hongkong, CN)
Developed and implemented operations strategy. Led major restructuring projects. Implemented structured project management approach. Directed contingency planning and business recovery during SARS in 2003, Led multinational team.
2 Jahre und 9 Monate, Mai 1998 - Jan. 2001
Organizational Development Manager (based in Baar, CH)
Gemex Trading AG (Metro International Handels AG, based in Baar, CH)
Designed business processes and systems. Supported purchasing departments in operative best practices. Implemented UN/EDIFACT with forwarders.
9 Monate, Jan. 1991 - Sep. 1991
Store Manager / Customer Service
Gebhardt & Wild Trading Company
Store Manager, Customer Service, Stock Management, Administration, Master Data Management