Klaus H. Merz

-Senior Professional in Production Management and Manufacturing Operations Management –

MES-Expert with an 20-year accomplished carrier track known as an exceptional problem solver in production management environments bridging the gap between SCM-ERP and shop floor. Adept with SCM-ERP and MES (ISA S95, S88) processes. Approaching markets by strategic positioning new business solutions and integrating channel partners. Strong negotiation skills. Well appreciated business partner at C-Level as well as at shop-floor level. Coordinator and orchestrator of interdepartmental teams..

Core Competencies

• Strategic & Tactical Business Development
• Account Management (Hunting, Farming)
• Product Management
• Business Value Justifications (ROI, Cost/Benefit, TCO)
• Contract Negotiations
• Project Management (PMI)
• MES-Solution Design (URS, FDS)
• Profound HMI-SCADA knowlegde on INTOUCH, WINCC
• Deep understanding of PLC-Systems like Siemens S7 etc.
• Vertical Integration between SAP APO and MES
• Integration between LIMS and MES
• Supply Chain Management and Detailed Production Scheduling
• Technical Asset Lifecycle Management
• Mobile Solutions at the shop floor