Operations & Supply Chain
We optimise production, supply chain and logistics end to end: from planning and inventory through warehousing and transport to network design and steering – pragmatic, measurable and execution-focused.
Who drives Operations & Supply Chain
Operations & Supply Chain is led by partners with hands-on leadership experience in production, logistics and portfolio companies – from the plant floor to the last mile.
Dr. Martin Schoefer
Founding Partner · Executive Search, HR & Operational Transformation, M&A
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Overview
Operations and supply chain determine whether a company delivers reliably, cost-efficiently and at scale. We analyse the entire value chain – planning, production, inbound logistics, warehousing, transport and distribution – and focus where the biggest lever lies. Instead of concept papers, we deliver actionable measures that cut costs, reduce inventory and noticeably improve delivery performance.
Why Transformando
- Hands-on operating experience from industry, retail and private equity portfolios.
- A holistic view of production, supply chain and logistics instead of isolated fixes.
- Execution on site – on the shop floor, in the warehouse and in planning.
- Transparent KPIs and reporting for management and investors.
Impact at a glance
10–20%
lower logistics costs
15–30%
less inventory
6–10w
to first quick wins
Results vary by industry, network structure, product portfolio and starting point.
Our approach
- Diagnostic & baseline. Assess processes, costs, inventory, service levels and the network as-is.
- Potential & target picture. Quantify and prioritise levers and derive a robust target picture with a business case.
- Quick wins. Implement fast-acting measures in planning, warehousing and transport.
- Structural optimisation. Sustainably redesign network, layouts, processes, systems and organisation.
- Steering & embedding. Establish and track KPIs, shop floor management and reporting.
Our offering
Operations
- Production and process optimisation (Lean, OEE)
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Capacity, inventory and working capital management
Logistics
- Warehouse and intralogistics optimisation
- Transport and distribution management
- Tendering and steering of logistics service providers
Supply Chain
- Network and footprint strategy
- Supply chain resilience and risk management
- Digitalisation of planning and steering (ERP, WMS, TMS)
What you get
- Operations and supply chain diagnostic with potential assessment
- Prioritised roadmap of measures with business case
- Target picture for network, processes and organisation
- KPI dashboard for cost, inventory and service level
Engagement terms
- Project, interim or retainer model
- Flexible team size
- Fixed deliverables and timelines
Typical focus areas
- Cost reduction in production and logistics
- Inventory reduction and working capital
- Delivery performance and service level
- Carve-out and integration of supply chains
Our complete, tailored digital services help you to save effort and money and stay financially secure.
Our team reviews markets and capabilities to help you establish a strategy that serves the best interests of your business — whether you want to improve financial performance or mitigate the risks of major transactions.
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Looking beyond numbers to create a plan!
A global firm experienced in assessing and solving all business challenges!
01.
Innovate and learn
We believe this investment approach reduces risk and empowers each fund with experienced expertise.
02.
Create impact
Financial success depends on expert teams with deep business knowledge.
03.
Invest in relationships
Close collaboration with management creates a deep understanding of your business.
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Believe in execution
Hands-on involvement ensures operational understanding and alignment.
05.
Deliver outcomes
Our research goes beyond numbers by understanding people behind performance.
06.
Merge diverse ideas
We combine perspectives to reduce volatility and drive innovation.
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Devote time & effort
We invest time to define strategies that improve performance and reduce risk.
No matter how big you are and in what industries you work, we can help you work smarter and achieve business goals.
Whether you want to improve performance or mitigate the risks of mergers and acquisitions, our team works across markets and capabilities to establish a strategy that addresses the realities of your business.
Yes. We regularly collaborate with existing advisors to ensure alignment and seamless execution.