Christian Foyer

Turnaround of Mahles three powertrain manufacturing plants in the UK using Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline internal operations and stabilise customer relationships.

Set-up and lead of a new powertrain operation to introduce a lean operation system to support the development process of three new Lotus sports cars and the set-up of a new engine assembly line, a new gearbox assembly line and the lead of all linked supply chain and sourcing activities for the powertrain components. All programs together covered a budget in access of £ 100 M over three years. The position covered 7 direct reports and 40 staff.

Lead of a lean transformation project streamlining Vodafone's repair & returns processes and improving the customer journey in case of a repair or return. The project was run as part of Vodafone's UK turnaround program and had a significant impact on the bottom line for Vodafone's reverse logistics operation.

Lead of lean transformation teams and lean management coaching for Mercedes' car and engine plants all over Europe. Including the successful completion of a 1 year training program to reach a 'Lean Manufacturing Expert' certification and a SixSigma Black Belt.

Dipl. Ing. Internal Combustion Engines, Technology Management Activities and Societies: Research Institute for Driving Dynamics and Internal Combustion Engines