Klaus Schmidt

Klaus Schmidt has extensive experience in procurement and sourcing, with a focus on the life science industry. Klaus has worked for Brenntag Group since 2013, where they have held the position of Lead Buyer / Product Manager for Life Science Sourcing in Asia-DACH. In this role, they have been responsible for central procurement, inventory management, and developing supplier strategies. Klaus has also managed supplier relationships, conducted negotiations, and implemented quality standards. Additionally, Klaus has provided training to employees in various areas of procurement. Prior to joining Brenntag Group, they worked as a Central Purchaser for Tools, Construction, and Garden Equipment at Zgonc Handel GmbH from 2003 to 2013.

Klaus Schmidt completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Unternehmensführung from FH Burgenland between 2021 and 2023. Prior to that, they attended the Vienna Business School from 1998 to 2002, though the degree obtained and field of study are unspecified. Klaus also holds certifications in Abfallbeauftragter and REACH Beauftragter from TÜV AUSTRIA, although the specific dates of obtaining these certifications are unknown.