Bernd Hermans
Owner chainconsult, Automotive Interim Manager, Troubleshooter, Sales Expert & Automotive Consultant at chainconsult bernd hermans | Goch, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Bernd Hermans, as the Owner of chainconsult, is a highly accomplished automotive expert renowned for his hands-on mentality and strategic approach to complex industry challenges. In his current role, Bernd leverages extensive experience as an Automotive Interim Manager, Troubleshooter, and Sales Expert to bridge the gap between suppliers and manufacturers, ensuring seamless integration and successful product launches into series production. His expertise lies in optimizing the entire product emergence process (PEP), reducing time-to-market, and enhancing interface management between Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs, which are critical for accelerating innovation cycles and maintaining competitive advantage.
At chainconsult, Bernd spearheads key projects that focus on process optimization, change management, and variant design, helping clients navigate the complexities of automotive development and rollout of new technologies. His deep understanding of project planning, leadership, and customized fine-tuning enables him to deliver tailored solutions that align with the strategic goals of automotive manufacturers and suppliers alike. Bernd’s proficiency in rolling out new technology and managing cross-functional teams positions him as a trusted partner in the fast-paced, innovation-driven automotive landscape.
With a proven track record of shortening time-to-market and streamlining development processes, Bernd Hermans consistently drives value for his clients by fostering a high-performance mindset and delivering results that support the mobility of tomorrow. His industry-specific skills, combined with his hands-on approach, make him an invaluable asset for organizations seeking to optimize their product development, reduce lead times, and successfully navigate the evolving automotive ecosystem.
Owner chainconsult, Automotive Interim Manager, Troubleshooter, Sales Expert & Automotive Consultant at chainconsult bernd hermans in April 2010 to Present
PMO Automotive Task Force at Atreus in October 2022 to March 2023
Task-Force Manager, Business Developer, Change Manager at Tier1 Southern Germany in October 2020 to October 2022
On one’s own account: Development of a second pillar - relocation of automobile production at chainconsult bernd hermans in October 2018 to September 2020
Task Force Management, connective link between OEM ans Tier1 at Asian OEM in December 2017 to September 2018
Project Manager, Troubleshooter & Interface Optimizer at Southern Germany 1st Tier in May 2015 to October 2017
Qualification as a second source Tier 1 supplier at Volkswagen at Slovenian 1st Tier in March 2014 to April 2015
Sales and integration strategy, implementation of the integration phase at Sensata Technologies in August 2011 to September 2013
Business Development, Sales & Marketing, securing and expanding the market leadership at Sensor N.I.T.E. in April 2010 to July 2011
Foundation of the company chainconsult bernd hermans at chainconsult in April 2010 to April 2010
Sales Manager Heraeus Sensor-Nite International at Heraeus International, Amsterdam and Sensor-Nite N.V. in Belgium in May 1999 to April 2010
R&D project engineer / Application engineer / Sales / Key Account Manager at TRW in February 1989 to April 1999
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Dipl.-Ing., Six Sigma Black Belt & certified Management Trainer, Dipl.-Ing. mechanical engineering, August 1984 to August 1988
Steinbeis-Transfer-Institut GEDANKENtanken, der Steinbeis-Hochschule Berlin SHB, August 2026
TÜV Süd, August 2026
Apprenticeship automotive mechanic VAG, August 1980 to August 1983
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Shorteing time-to-market
Interface between Tier1 and OEM
Ensuring delivery capability
Automotive Sales
Leadership
Automotive-Mindset
Interim-Management
Task Force, ability to supply.
Reduction of “time to market”.
SOP realization
Production readiness
Optimization of Product Emergence Process, PEP.
Product- and process validation
Program Manager Automotive
Project Manager
Projektabwicklung
Projektplanung
Cost reduction program.
Improvement of supplier integration.
Robust and efficient automotive network.
End of production, EOP, ensure supply of spare parts.
Spin-off new technology
Innovative concept, feasibility study.
Simultaneous engineering, risk analysis.
Start-up Sales Organisation, build-up automotive unit.
Procurement release, LTA (Long Term Agreement), break-even point realization.
Head of sales office, Roll-out new technology.
Customer acquisition PKW und NFZ OEMs worldwide.
Customized fine tuning, variant design, change management.
Definition of purchasing strategy, supplier selection and assessment.
Supplier development and optimization, product, component validation.
Qualification program new parts, release procedure.
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What is Bernd Hermans email address?
Email Bernd Hermans at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Bernd Hermans's email found in 2026.
What is Bernd Hermans phone number?
Bernd Hermans phone number is +492823410164.
How to contact Bernd Hermans?
To contact Bernd Hermans send an email to [email protected]. If you want to call Bernd Hermans try calling on +492823410164. (updated on February 23, 2025)
What company does Bernd Hermans work for?
Bernd Hermans works for chainconsult bernd hermans
What is Bernd Hermans's role at chainconsult bernd hermans?
Bernd Hermans is Owner chainconsult, Automotive Interim Manager, Troubleshooter, Sales Expert & Automotive Consultant
What industry does Bernd Hermans work in?
Bernd Hermans works in the Automotive industry.
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