Targonauts

"TARGUS gives me the opportunity to apply my analytical skills and my expertise productively together in a highly motivated team, consisting of experienced consultants coming from different departments, to ensure the customers satisfaction and competitiveness. Last but not least, I am glad about the team spirit and the great cohesion between the Targonauts."

Emphasis:
Analytics, Research & Development, Data Analysis

Experience:
2 years research experience, study of physics (M.Sc & B.Sc)

“TARGUS is unique in our industry; our approach, tenacity, and caliber of consultant are second to none. The lasting impact of working with TARGUS will not be found in a power point presentation, it will be found in your P&L. We are a firm that cares as much about the development and long lasting growth of our clients, as we do about our consultants.“

Emphasis
Enterprise Project Management, Strategic Operations Alignment, Production Planning, Employee Engagement

Experience
7 years Automotive Manufacturing Production & Labor Planning and New Model Development Project Management, 2 years Consulting, MBA Marketing & Finance, BS Business Administration & International Business Operations, BFA Furniture Design

"Participating in this professional and highly motivated team opens new opportunities and perspectives to me. The cordial atmosphere is part of the success."

Emphasis
Home Office Support, Research and Public/Human Relations

Experience
11 years professional experience in hotel and catering, BA-Hotel administration, hotel purchasing agent

"A sharp focus on implementation highlights from other management consulting firms. In addition, the extensive experience from various industries and well-established methodological expertise provides the best basis for the realization of sustainable project results.“

Emphasis
Production, operational excellence, project management

Experience
2 years consulting experience, 6 years experience in applied research, doctorate and diploma in mechanical engineering with specialization in production management and production systems

"TARGUS combines engaged and motivated colleagues with challenging projects. This enables us to ensure high customer satisfaction and rapid personnel development.“

Emphasis
Strategy, Post Merger Integration, Project Management

Experience
2 years of management consulting with focus on utilities and telecommunication, 1 year in industry (R&D), master industrial engineering and management

"The distinguishing characteristic of TARGUS is the focus on implementation-driven projects. In combination with a profound methodological competence and long-term experience in consulting this ensures the greatest possible benefit for our customers."

Emphasis
Production Engineering, Process Management, Lean Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Energy Engineering

Experience
3 years of experience in production and process management in the field of automotive suppliers, master degree in business administration and engineering: mechanical engineering with a focus on production engineering

"The purposeful combination of well-founded methodological expertise and application-oriented pragmatism of the Targonauts creates specific solutions in the companies, which are developed together and accompanied to sustainable implementation."

Emphasis
Production, Operational Excellence and Project Management

Experience
6 years of experience in applied research and project management, PhD and studies in Engineering management with specialization in production engineering and company organization, project experience in the metalworking industry, in wood industry and machine tool industry

"After initial experiences in a large international management consulting firm, I chose TARGUS because of the variety of assignments and the friendliness of the People."

Emphasis
Benchmarking, Turnaround, Portfolio-Analysis, Statistical Operational Data analysis

Experience
11 years consulting, Doctorate and degree in Mathematics

"The consistent combination of corporate consulting and industry expertise newly convinces me every day. Added to that are a wonderful team and a multitude of personal development choices."

Emphasis
Reorganization, Lean Administration, Cost reduction, Turnaround, Merger & Acquisitions, Post Merger-Management, Strategy and Corporate Finance

Experience
More than 15 years consulting experience, Doctorate and degree in Business

"TARGUS is the combination of methodology and experience for the successful realization of ambitious projects together with our customers.“

Emphasis
Production, Operational Excellence, Strategic Procurement, Material cost management, Product cost optimization, Fast Turnaround, Interim management

Experience
15 years consulting experience, 4 years factory management, 5 years production and production management, Study of physics

"The combination of know-how, solution orientation and interpersonal skills has convinced me from the very first day. While creating sustainable values for clients, there is an ideal environment for personal and professional development.“

Emphasis
Logistics, supply chain risk management, production

Experience
6 years of experience in applied research and project management, Diploma of industrial engineering and management

"As for each customer is TARGUS also for me ideal for successful further development at the highest stage through the combination of outstanding methods competence with dedicated team possessing vast professional and practical experience."

Emphasis
PCO / DtC, purchasing, production, R & D, project management

Experience
4 years CTO high-tech start-up, 5 years project management, 3 years executive secretary civil Service
Ph.D. in physics, Diplomas in Business administration, physics and economics

"I joined TARGUS because it offered me an excellent opportunity to combine practical experience and proven leading methodologies to help our globally active customers. I work with a great team of motivated and experienced experts and can in this way contribute to building an exceptional consulting company."

Emphasis
Operational Excellence, Engineering & Production, Turnaround, Post Merger Management, Marketing and Sales

Experience
14 years Consulting experience, 7 years general manager, 5 years experience in different engineering and R&D positions

"TARGUS convinces through excellent practical Methods combined with a successful implementation. The developed solutions gain high acceptance from our clients and provide them with long-lasting benefits."

Emphasis
Production, logistics, supply chain management, Analytics

Experience
1.5 years logistics experience, 5 years experience in research, doctorate in the field of operations research, master’s degree in logistics, bachelor’s degree in mathematics

"TARGUS offers me the unique opportunity to not only identify optimization potential, but also the implementation with the customer and a highly motivated team of experts from various fields."

Emphasis
project management, maintenance, production, logistics

Experience
7 years as an aircraft technical officer in the federal armed forces, university degree in aerospace Engineering

"For me, TARGUS stands for dynamic teams that consistently and methodically implement innovative approaches – creating sustainable added value for the customers while at the same time benefiting all team members involved."

Emphasis
Production, Ramp-Up Management, Manufacturing Planning, Project Management

Experience
3 years experience in automotive production

"The TARGUS concept is harmonious and delivers convincing results for our customers. In addition the teamwork is enjoyable and personal continuing development is emphasized. All in all – compelling!"

Emphasis
Strategic Procurement, Material cost management, Supplier management, productivity improvement, Operational Excellence, Building and relocation of production facilities

Experience
6 years consulting, 2 years purchasing manager for production material, 7 years Project management (Product launch, relocation, strategy), Doctorate in Material Sciences, MBA, Degree in manufacturing technology

“Against common prejudices there are consultancies that not only draw up but also successfully realize their developed concepts. TARGUS offers this and thereby makes an important contribution for the preservation and enhancement of the customer’s competitiveness. This implementation-focused approach as well as a very experienced, extremely motivated and cooperative colleagues convinced me.“

Emphasis
Production, Logistics, Factory Planning, Manufacturing Planning, Logistics Planning, Operational Excellence, Project Management

Experience
5 years consulting experience, 2 years head of planning department, Master in Engineering, Technology Management

“Focus on the results for me that is TARGUS. Together with an exceptional variety of methodological skills and especially the long-standing industrial experience of the consultants the TARGUS team is perfectly prepared to make also challenging projects a success.“

Emphasis
Production, research & development, operational excellence

Experience
10 years of management experience in R&D and production
Doctorate and diploma in solid state physics

“TARGUS is for me a convincing combination of analytical methods and expertise focus on implementation, which will be passed by a team of experts to our customers.“

Emphasis
Manufacturing, logistics planning, project management, operational excellence

Experience
2 years of consulting experience with focus on production and logistics, 2 years in project management, master industrial engineering and management

“What makes TARGUS so special for me is that it combines absolute professionality with a very personal atmosphere, and that there is a basic attitude of going one step further when it comes to implementing a project, instead of just delivering a theoretically feasible solution.“

Emphasis
Logistics, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Strategy Development

Experience
4 years of industry-related research in the field of supply chain management, 2 years international logistics, graduate degree in industrial engineering in the field of mechanical engineering, German-Chinese double degree doctorate in economics

"Beside rich experience and tested methodology in the field of operations TARGUS is characterized by strong social skills. This combination constitutes an outstanding foundation for the successful implementation of projects with the client."

Emphasis
Research and development, Project management, Process controlling, Systems Engineering

Experience
3 years in consulting, 10 years in research and development, PhD and habilitation in physics

"It's the dynamic and highly motivated way of team work which is most interesting and important at TARGUS. Being asked for daily new and unique challenges is only one of many aspects that never fail to keep my work exciting."

Emphasis
Home Office Support, Research and Public/Human Relations

Experience
7 years professional experience in hotel and catering, hotel specialist

"Working with TARGUS I combine my technical expertise as an engineer and my leadership experience with the view and methodology of management consulting. Supported by highly engaged colleagues of different backgrounds arises a complex foundation to develop and implement powerful new ideas – every day."

Emphasis
Innovation management, project management, process optimization, change management, requirements management, Systems Engineering

Experience
3 years experience as a consultant, 6 years of professional experience in the field of R&D of off-highway diesel engines, thereof 3 years as senior manager test benches, Doctorate end degree in mechanical engineering

"Besides the diverse and interesting tasks, the support of the colleagues and team makes the work at TARGUS a unique one to me."

Emphasis
Home Office Support, Research and Public / Human Relations

Experience
8 years professional experience in the hotel industry, assistant for hotel management

"The concept and the mutual appreciation of the employees ... convinced me. The multitude of different assignments and open communication at TARGUS offer me the possibility to daily gather new experiences and to develop myself personally."

Emphasis
Productivity improvement, maintenance, engineering, Project management

Experience
5 years Operations Manager in facility construction, 5 years experience in project management and production management in the electronics industry. Doctorate and degree in Physics

"For me at TARGUS the possibility to work with very experienced and above all transformational and practical oriented people is crucial. This is borne out again every day. The desire both internally and externally to constantly improve is strongly pronounced. Beyond all that it is fun to work with this team!"

Emphasis
Organizational Development, Strategic procurement, material cost optimization, productivity improvement, Project management, plant construction

Experience
17 years consulting experience, Degree Mining

“The real value of TARGUS ... extends beyond the conference room. TARGUS employs experience-based principles to create transformative and lasting improvements with customers. Targonauts exemplify passion for delivering results and a continuous improvement mindset which inspired me to join the Team.“

Emphasis
Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Account Management, Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement

Experience
1 year Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement, 2 years Sales and Account Management experience, MBA specializing in Supply Chain Management

Being sophisticated in terms of methodology, knowledge and action realisation is key to the philosophy of TARGUS. We ensure our clients meet their targets. We make effective changes – and this is what makes me passionate about working here..“

Emphasis:
Project management, material cost management, operational excellence, lean six sigma, interim management, business strategy

Experience:
2 years consultancy, 4 years leader in production/corporate strategy, Master’s degree industrial engineer

"It is the interesting and varied activity at TARGUS, which fascinates me. A nice, helpful and very motivated team is working and supporting each other."

Emphasis
Home Office Support, Research and Public/Human Relations

Experience
11 years in area of dentistry, 7 years in hotel business, assistant for hotel management and tourism

“TARGUS is truly exceptional when it comes to management consulting. ... TARGUS places the client’s needs and desires above all else and seeks to implement real and realizable efforts and gains. The real benefit however, is the people and consultants within TARGUS; they arrive early on-site every day, ready to help solve both short and long term challenges, and leave late to ensure they capture as much information as possible. Implementation is the key value proposition at TARGUS, and they excel at it. The hard work ethic, positive attitudes, and desire to deliver sustainable results is what attracted me to TARGUS.“

Emphasis
Process Improvement, Process Control, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma and Lean Methods, Statistical Analysis, Supply Chain Optimization, and Operations Management

Experience
5 years US ARMY Infantry Officer, 3 years medical device manufacturing engineering, 2 years technical leadership (Eng Mgr), MBA with Finance and Supply Chain concentrations

“Putting my skills to use is something I enjoy doing every day, and I am looking forward to using my skills, knowledge and experience at TARGUS to improve our customers performance. Working in a team with smart and motivated colleagues is something that I appreciate immensely.“

Emphasis
Process Engineering, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Data Visualization and Statistics, Continuous Improvement

Experience
10 years of manufacturing experience in the nuclear industry (process engineering and business improvement), Degree in Chemical Engineering, MBA with certificate in Technology Management

"TARGUS fascinates me by the superb working atmosphere and exciting projects with dedicated colleagues. Through the focus on implementation, a lasting added value is created for the customer."

Emphasis
Project management, research & development, production

Experience
2 years industry experience in project mamagement, 4 years research experience, PhD and studies in physics with focus in nanotechnology

"TARGUS combines leading methodological competences with broad practical experience. This allows us to support our customers in a fast and implementation oriented way. The excellent consulting service of TARGUS and a pleasant and motivating work environment have convinced me!"

Emphasis
Purchasing, production, process optimization

Experience
1 year consulting experience, M.Sc. industrial engineering

"I enjoy working in a young, ambitious company with motivated colleagues and helping to shape the company. Also I like working independently and being responsible for my work."

Emphasis
Project management, Home-Office Support, Research and Public/human relations

Experience
15 years experience in the secretarial, administration and assistant activities in different consulting companies; Degree in business administration

"The ideal package of the analytical competence of classical consulting and the practice-oriented implementation style of line managers lead to fast and efficient support for our customers. Mutual appreciation and permanent learning from each other characterize the cooperation."

Emphasis
Operational excellence, productivity improvement, maintenance, project management, fast turnaround, cost reduction, product cost optimization, material cost management

Experience
Since 2006 at TARGUS with project focus in the fields of primary and forming (foundries, forging), mechanical engineering, shipyards and pharmaceuticals.
Before 8 years of industrial experience in production, maintenance and project management; studied electrical engineering and graduate in business administration

"This dynamic appeals to me: Convincing approaches lead quickly to an effective and successful implementation for our customers. The teamwork is accompanied by an appreciation of each other and a focused personal development."

Emphasis
Strategic procurement, Material cost management, Product cost optimization, Innovation management, Operational Excellence, Due Diligence, process optimization

Experience
11 years consulting , 4 years Project in Civil Engineering, Doctorate and degree Civil Engineering

"The opportunity to work international on ambitious projects with our customers is what sparked my interest in TARGUS. But it is the amiable company atmosphere, emphasis on continued personal development and diversity in projects that makes TARGUS a winning combination.“

Emphasis
IT integration, localization and project management

Experience
1 year Industrial Research, Professional Doctorate in Engineering and Degree in Chemical Process Design

"TARGUS means teamwork at the highest level for sustainable success. The unique combination of different experiences and competencies across multiple areas allows us to continuously develop and implement individual solutions for our clients.“

Emphasis
Strategic purchasing, material cost and supplier management, process optimization

Experience
1,5 years consulting, Master of Science in management

“For me TARGUS provides both challenges and support. A variety of responsibilities and the support of colleagues make working at TARGUS attractive and exciting.“

Emphasis
Home Office Support, Research and Public/Human Relations

Experience
5 years professional experience in hotel and catering, hotel specialist

"Retaining/protecting competitive ability is always in the forefront of our projects. The reputation as the best management consulting firm for operating productivity results not least from the excellent results of our projects. In addition to challenging projects I was convinced by the mutually respectful atmosphere, the collegiality and the expertise of each individual colleague.“

Emphasis
Production and logistics, Operational Excellence, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), productivity improvement and cost reduction, Lean Management, Due Diligence, organizational development

Experience
8 years consulting experience, Degree as Industrial Engineer

"My goal is to build up the best management consulting company for operations functions and create a lasting value for my colleagues and our customers. It is only possible as a team, as friends in our activities. Only in this way can we achieve world-class results."

Emphasis
Production, logistics, Supply Chain Management, maintenance, Turnaround Project management

Experience
20 years experience as a management consultant; Partner, branch manager; 8 years experience in the production area of an automotive company, Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Industrial engineering and management

"With my move to TARGUS I joined a group of highly engaged, similary minded consulting, professionals, who see the highest possible customer value in the combination of selected methodological knowledge and practice-proven implementation."

Emphasis
Procurement, material cost management, Restructuring, Fast Turnaround, Lean Overhead, Profitability improvement, Project management, process optimization, Marketing & Sales

Experience
18 years consulting experience, 9 years line manager, Managing director in the chemical industry, Doctorate in economics

"For our multifaceted customers we achieve lasting improvements through the exciting combination of operational experience and methodical consulting competency. And the work is so much fun in this amazing team."

Emphasis
Process optimization, material cost management in automotive and pharmaceutical industries

Experience
4 years consulting experience, 3 years research experience, Doctorate in Engineering