Manfred Kwade
Partner Automotive at WP Board Services | Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany
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Manfred Kwade serves as a Partner in Automotive at WP Board Services, where he leverages over 20 years of global experience to drive transformative change in companies facing complex challenges. His extensive expertise spans the automotive sector, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing, making him a sought-after leader for organizations seeking to navigate restructuring and turnaround initiatives. Manfred has successfully managed teams ranging from 500 to 9,000 employees and has overseen the operations of up to 80 manufacturing plants worldwide, demonstrating his capacity to lead large-scale operations effectively.
At WP Board Services, Manfred plays a pivotal role in integrating business activities and implementing strategic turnaround strategies. His hands-on approach, combined with his proficiency in strategic negotiations and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing, enables him to optimize operational efficiencies and enhance supply chain performance. He is adept at project planning and operations management, ensuring that each initiative aligns with the overarching business goals while fostering a culture of excellence within the teams he leads.
Currently, Manfred is spearheading key projects that focus on revitalizing underperforming automotive companies, utilizing his multilingual capabilities to engage with diverse stakeholders across global markets. His commitment to delivering sustainable results and his ability to navigate complex business landscapes make him an invaluable asset to WP Board Services and the organizations he supports. Through his leadership, Manfred continues to shape the future of the automotive industry, driving innovation and operational success in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Partner Automotive at WP Board Services in June 2020 to Present
Chief Operating Officer at Techniplas LLC in May 2017 to June 2020
President & CEO at WEIDPLAS GmbH in June 2016 to June 2020
VP, Global Group Projects at Faurecia in June 2015 to May 2016
President & CEO at Faurecia in February 2014 to May 2015
VP Global Operations at Faurecia in September 2012 to January 2014
Member of the Supervisory Board at Tajco Group A/S in January 2008 to January 2013
VP and General Manager Global Business Unit Automotive Lamps at Philips Automotive Lighting in January 2009 to January 2012
Chairman of the Supervisory Board at RelNetyX in January 2007 to January 2010
Chief Executive Officer at Philips Automotive Lighting in January 2007 to January 2009
Chief Executive Officer at Philips Automotive Playback Modules (Philips APM) in January 2005 to January 2007
Joint CEO Manufacturing and Supply Chain Europe at Metzeler Automotive Profile Systems in January 2003 to January 2005
Chief Operating Officer, Manufacturing/R&D (worldwide) at HP Pelzer in January 2001 to January 2003
Managing Director Business Unit Central Europe at Plastic Omnium in January 1995 to January 2000
Division Manager at Mannesmann AG incl. VDO Adolf Schindling AG in January 1990 to January 1994
Various Functions culminating in Division Manager at General Motors in January 1979 to January 1990
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