Kevin Sende
@kevinsende
I reduce industrial costs and strengthen supplier readiness for hydrogen fuel-cell production.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
I'm embedded at cellcentric through SALT AND PEPPER, where I develop reference cost calculations for heavy-duty hydrogen fuel-cell systems, purchased components, and in-house manufacturing processes. I lead Design-to-Cost workshops, benchmark competitors, analyze price breakdowns, and support supplier negotiations.
Previously at Porsche AG, I delivered supplier process optimization through capacity analysis, industrialization projects, cross-functional task forces, and cost optimization workshops directly with suppliers.
At HELLA, I managed supply-chain planning during the semiconductor shortage, coordinating allocation management, customer communication, demand analysis, and data-driven optimization using SAP, DW, and Excel.
My background also includes logistics process optimization at Mercedes-AMG, production planning at Daimler, and financial controlling. I bring production, logistics, supplier management, value engineering, and cost transparency together to improve industrial performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
via SALT AND PEPPER Technology GmbH & Co. KG
• Reference Cost Calculations (REC) for highly complex systems, purchased components, and in-house manufacturing processes in fuel cell heavy-duty technology
• Leading cross-functional Design-to-Cost workshops and providing neutral evaluation of design concepts and change requests as decision basis for project steering committees (Value Engineering)
• C
via SALT AND PEPPER Technology GmbH & Co. KG
• Conducted supplier audits and process assessments to safeguard supply chain and production quality
• Performed and validated time studies for process release and capacity planning
• Developed and steered suppliers and manufacturing processes to ensure long-term performance and production capability
• Led cross-functional projects and supplier developm
via SALT AND PEPPER Technology GmbH & Co. KG
• Supported demand and capacity analyses to inform strategic planning decisions
• Contributed to the implementation of capacity expansion initiatives
• Facilitated process optimization workshops across production teams
• Prepared and executed industrialization projects
• Collaborated on cross-functional task force projects
• Led cost optimization worksh
via SALT AND PEPPER Technology GmbH & Co. KG
• Managed end-to-end supply chain planning to secure short-term material availability of semiconductors and control units
• Supported the task force lead on allocation management during a critical semiconductor shortage
• Led customer communication regarding coverage and demand analysis
• Partnered closely with plants and internal departments to build a
Gap year
Career Break
Apr 2020 - Mar 2021 (11 months)
Worked as Gap year at Career Break.
Junior Project Manager – Logistics Process Optimization
Mar 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 11 months)
• Supported the production ramp-up of the M139 longitudinal engine, developing a supply concept for production material flow
• Planned and optimized the overall parts basket and kitting/picking processes
• Drove continuous improvement (CIP) of related logistics processes
• Represented Production Logistics interests across cross-functional committees
• Led supplier inquiries, negotiations, and disc
Contributed to layout and material flow planning for forming and casting operations
Working Student – Production Planning (Forming & Casting)
Apr 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 5 months)
• Developed and implemented a forklift guidance system in the die-casting area to eliminate empty runs and optimize fleet utilization
• Independently configured the hardware and software deployed
• Documented, prepared, and delivered internal training sessions across the production area
• Served as interface between IT, Production, and external suppliers
• Fully planned and expanded the guidance s
• Preparation of KPIs, statistics, and management reports
• Compiled monthly reporting and annual planning, including cost and results forecasts, for senior leadership
• Determined monthly target/actual variances and conducted corresponding analyses
• Extended and enhanced existing controlling structures, instruments, and their implementation
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Steinbeis Hochschule
Master of Science (M.Sc.) / MBA, International Management
2018 - 2020
Pforzheim University
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc., Industrial Engineering - General Management
2013 - 2017
Focus: Production and Logistics
Kaufmännische Schule Waiblingen
Vocational Training, Vocational Training
2009 - 2012
Availability
Location
GermanyAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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