Norman Willich
Change requires experience, a leader who has guided companies and teams through growth, transformation or crisis at an entrepreneurial level.
As a Managing Director, I navigated companies through all phases of challenges at both executive level and hands on approach bringing a clear vision, operational depth, and a global perspective.
Experience
30+ years in executive leadership (CEO & CFO)
Degrees
Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering (Cologne University of Applied Sciences); Dipl.-Kfm. in Business Administration (Bonn & Cologne Universities)
Industries
Automotive supply, mid‑sized companies, corporate groups
Languages
Locations
voestalpine AG
Responsible for strategic realignment and restructuring of international sites in Germany, the Netherlands, and the U.S. Led cost optimization, digital initiatives, and business expansion. Managed teams of up to 800 and revenues over €190 million.
Eissmann Group Automotive
Oversaw Finance, Controlling, IT, Procurement, and HR for a growing global mid-size firm. Grew revenues from €130 M to €450 M, launched 13 production sites, and led Asian JV, Mexico and US expansion of privately owned business.
Michelin
Led strategic and operational financial management of the Wheels business unit across France, Spain, Germany, and a JV in Turkey. Implemented international controlling systems, led M&A processes, and managed over 2,000 employees. Also served as CFO for VIA Michelin in Paris.
