André Neumann - *1972 in Lübeck, Germany
With more than 20 years of leadership experience in indirect procurement, vendor management, and contract management across international matrix organizations, I am passionate about driving sustainable transformation and value creation. My expertise covers the development of procurement strategies, process optimization, and leading complex negotiations that deliver measurable cost savings and efficiency gains.
VALUE PROPOSITION
Strategic Leadership
Proven track record in digital transformation and building high-performance teams
Negotiation Excellence
Advanced methodologies enabling teams to strengthen capabilities and secure optimal outcomes
Collaborative Approach
People-centered, data-driven methodology combining strategic insight with agile methods
Innovation Focus
Passionate about turning challenges into opportunities through partnership and strategic leadership
CLIENT IMPACT & RESULTS
Rapid stabilization of procurement and negotiation environments.
Measurable cost savings and value creation in indirect spend.
Executive-level negotiation leadership in high-stakes situations.
Pragmatic transformation with strong people focus.
TYPICAL INTERIM & ADVISORY MANDATES
Interim Head of Procurement / Indirect Procurement Lead / Shared Service Lead
Procurement or shared service transformation programs (process, organization, digitalization)
Executive negotiation advisory and shadow negotiation
Stabilization and restructuring of procurement organizations
Sparring partner for C-level, CFOs and procurement leadership
Personality development of procurement leadership and teams
CORE EXPERTISE
Leadership, Transformation & Advisory
Interim Management & Transformation Leadership
Strategic Leadership in Procurement Organizations
Change Management & Senior Stakeholder Alignment
Procurement, Governance & Value Creation
Indirect Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Vendor, Contract & Compliance Management
Digital Procurement Transformation (P2P, S2C, CMGT)
Negotiation & Influence
Executive & Complex Negotiations
Negotiation Enablement and Trainings
Shadow Negotiation
Executive Sparring
Methods & Frameworks
Certified D.I.S.C Profile Analyst
Advanced Negotiations (Scotwork)
Project Management (PRINCE2)
IT Service Management (ITIL Foundation)
Data Privacy & Regulatory Frameworks (GDPR)
NEGOTIATION ADVISORY & ENABLEMENT
Extensive experience in leading and supporting strategic negotiations across consulting, IT, services, temporary labour, fleet and infrastructure environments.
My approach combines advanced negotiation methodologies with personality-based preparation, shadow negotiation and hands-on executive coaching to secure sustainable outcomes.
KEY MILESTONES
ANXcellence Advisory - (2026-present)
Head of Group Procurement, MB Energy Holding GmbH & Co. KG (2022–2026):
Leading the transformation of indirect procurement, managing around 2,000 contracts, and implementing a modern procurement culture. Established a digital process landscape using O365, Power BI, Power Automate, and AI-based solutions.
Manager Procurement & Licenses, Marquard & Bahls AG (2018–2022):
Built up the procurement department for indirect materials and services, developed and implemented strategic and operational procurement processes, and established a license management system.
Director Supplier Management & Data Privacy Officer, Plusserver GmbH (2015–2018):
Oversaw strategic and operational purchasing, managed supplier relationships, and ensured compliance with key performance indicators.
Head of Service Delivery & Process Management, Nexinto GmbH (2013–2015):
Managed professional project management and the implementation of complex hosting and international VPN projects. Led service delivery management and process ownership within ISO 9001 quality management.
Head of Project & Service Management Central Europe, Easynet Global Services (2011–2013):
Led service delivery and project management for the Central Europe region.
Throughout my career, I have managed diverse product groups—including consulting, IT, fleet, recruiting, temporary labour, facility, and construction services—and have been recognized for building high-performance teams and empowering people to embrace digitalization. My approach combines strategic insight, analytical skills, and agile methodologies to deliver transparent, efficient, and sustainable results.
LEADERSHIP STYLE
Embracing a collaborative, people-centered, and empathetic approach, built on trust and clear communication. I combine data-driven decision-making with agile methodologies to remain flexible and responsive to change.
WORK APPROACH
Clear, reliable and results-driven. Committed to create meaningful impact for both the organization and the people I work with. Strong focus on efficiency, transparency, and sustainable results, achieved through partnership and a clear strategic direction.
EXECUTIVE DNA
Straight, target driven, empathic, collaborative, agile, human
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy cooking, amateur acting, producing “Hamburger Nussler,” playing Cajon, and spending time with my family as a proud grandparent.
Committed to turning challenges into opportunities and creating long-term value through innovation, partnership, and strategic leadership.