Hagen Schmidt
Global Product Manager Metal Forming Tools @Oerlikon
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WORK HISTORY
Global Product Manager Metal Forming Tools @Oerlikon
Balzers, DE
Provide global leadership for the metal forming tools segment, acting as the sole (from April 2023) global product manager• Direct international sales and business development across Europe, Asia and other markets, achieving growth and customer retention.• Lead the launch of Oerlikon’s latest carbon-based coating, expanding the portfolio in competitive B2B markets.• Implemented BI tools (Qlik Sense, PowerBI) to enhance sales reporting, pipeline visibility, and KPI-driven management.• Coordinate regional and country-level sales activities, ensuring customer-focused solutions and profitable growth.• Deliver market intelligence and competitor analysis, contributing to global commercial strategy.• Mentor and train product and sales managers, fostering a high-performance culture across borders.
EDUCATION
FernUniversität in Hagen
Master of Science - M.Sc.
Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Diplom-Ingenieur
SKILLS
ABOUT HAGEN SCHMIDT
I am a global commercial leader with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of engineering, sales, and business strategy in the industrial B2B sector.In my current role as Global Product Manager Metal Forming Tools at Oerlikon Balzers, I provide leadership for the global metal forming tools business, driving sales growth and customer engagement across Europe and international markets. I have led the launch of innovative surface solutions, implemented business intelligence tools for performance management, and coordinated regional sales teams to ensure profitable execution of global strategy.Earlier in my career, I built a solid foundation in customer project management, product development, and technical consulting with leading industrial companies and academic institutions. Alongside my engineering background, I am completing a Master’s in Economics for Engineers and Natural Scientists (FernUniversität in Hagen, 2025), strengthening my ability to link technical expertise with financial and commercial decision-making.I bring a track record of- Leading business & sales development in global B2B markets- Driving commercial excellence through KAM, pricing, forecasting, and CRM adoption- Cross-functional collaboration, aligning sales, product, marketing, and operations- Thought leadership through patents, publications, and industry conference contributionsDriven by curiosity and customer focus, I thrive at the point where technology meets business growth. My leadership style emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and results-oriented strategy, enabling teams to deliver value to customers and sustainable success for the organization.
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