Frederik Spiekermann is an experienced procurement professional with a strong track record of driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing supply chain operations. As the Chief Procurement Officer, he leverages his expertise in global procurement, category management, and supplier relationship management to lead world-class procurement teams and deliver significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Frederik currently serves as the Chief Procurement Officer at Heubach, where he is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities and managing a team of procurement specialists. In this role, he has implemented data-driven procurement strategies, streamlined sourcing processes, and negotiated favorable contracts with key suppliers, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved supply chain resilience.
Career Progression
Prior to his current position, Frederik held several senior procurement roles, including Group Director Procurement (CPO) at Atotech Group, Chief Procurement Officer & Member of the Executive Committee at Perlen Packaging, and Director Procurement - kpAmericas & Member of the regional Executive Committee at Klöckner Pentaplast. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to drive operational excellence, foster cross-functional collaboration, and deliver measurable results.
Academic Background
Frederik holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Applied Sciences in Berlin, where he specialized in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. He has also completed various executive training programs in strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and digital transformation.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic procurement and global sourcing
- Category management and supplier relationship management
- Procurement operations and process optimization
- Supply chain risk management and resilience
- Negotiation and contract management
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Atotech Group, Frederik led the procurement transformation initiative, resulting in a 15% reduction in overall procurement costs and a 20% improvement in on-time delivery performance. At Perlen Packaging, he spearheaded a supplier diversity program that increased the representation of minority-owned and women-owned businesses in the supply chain by 25%.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, Frederik Spiekermann is well-positioned to drive strategic initiatives, leverage emerging technologies, and deliver sustainable value for his organizations. His proven track record of optimizing procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and contributing to organizational success make him a valuable asset in any procurement leadership role.
