Dr. Philip J. Klinken

Professional Education

• Doctorate at the University of Witten/Herdecke at the Witten Family Business Institute
• Master in Managament at the University of Witten/Herdecke
• Bachelor in Logistics Management at the European University of Applied Science / Dublin Business School
• Management Assistant for Freight Forwarding and Logistic Services (IHK)

Previous professional positions

• Rhenus Port Logistics GmbH

Key Areas of Expertise

• Process optimization, Target-Operating-Model (TOM) and Performance Improvement
• (Multi-)Project Planning and Management
• Digital Transformation
• Accounting and Controlling Excellence
• Working Capital Management
• Business Intelligence and Reporting
• (Financial) Supply Chain Management and Planning
• ERP Selection, Implementation and Customizing

Key industries/Sectors

• Automotive
• Transport, Logistic & Touristic
• Energy
• Plant Engineering
• Family Businesses

Selected Publications

• The Influence of Personality Traits and Motives on Family Business Succession, University Witten/Herdecke

Others

• PRINCE2 Project Management Certificate
• Plex (ERP) Accredited Specialist (PAS)