Frank Peekhaus

Frank Peekhaus has a comprehensive work experience in supply chain management and operations. Frank is currently serving as the Director of Operations and Director Site UHU at Bolton Adhesives since March 2021. Prior to this, they worked at Swarovski from February 2018 to February 2021 as the VP of Supply Chain Management for Swarovski Professional. In this role, they were responsible for strategic development of supply chain and production network, global planning of demand and supply, and order management for various sectors including fashion, jewelry, and automotive.

From October 2011 to January 2018, Frank worked at UHU GmbH & Co. KG, a subsidiary of Bolton Adhesives, as the Director of Supply Chain & Operations. In this role, they managed various functions including supply chain management, production, technology, quality, purchasing, logistics, and distribution for well-known glue brands such as UHU, UHU Bostik, and BISON. Frank also focused on strategic manufacturing and warehousing footprint optimization, quality management, and certification.

Before joining UHU, Frank held positions at Henkel from October 2004 to September 2011. During their tenure, they served as the Director of Sealants Supply Chain Management & Operations, where they successfully optimized the consumer adhesives/sealants business operations and achieved significant cost savings and productivity improvements. Frank also worked as the Plant Director in Hannover, overseeing a team of 250 members and implementing lean production systems to reduce waiting time and improve efficiency.

Earlier in their career, Frank worked at Corus Special Profiles Mannstaedt Werke GmbH as the Director of Supply Chain Management, and at TENTE as the Materials Manager and Project Manager.

Overall, Frank Peekhaus has demonstrated expertise in supply chain management, operations, strategic planning, and optimization throughout their career.

Frank Peekhaus has a background in both business administration and pharmacy. Frank pursued a degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal, where they obtained a Diplom Ökonom. Additionally, they studied Pharmacy at The University of Bonn and completed their 1st State Examination in the field. The chronological information provided does not specify the start or end years for either education experience.