Timo Zimmermann
About Timo Zimmermann
Timo Zimmermann is the Team Lead of Logistic Excellence at Forto, where he has worked since 2021. He previously held roles at DHL Global Forwarding, including Sachbearbeiter Seefracht Export and Supervisor Seefracht Export, and holds a Bachelor's degree in International Management from FOM Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management.
Work at Forto
Timo Zimmermann has been employed at Forto since 2021, where he holds the position of Team Lead Logistic Excellence. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing logistics operations and ensuring the efficiency of supply chain processes. His leadership focuses on optimizing logistics strategies to enhance service delivery and operational performance.
Previous Experience at DHL Global Forwarding
Before joining Forto, Timo Zimmermann worked at DHL Global Forwarding for a total of five years. He started as Sachbearbeiter Seefracht Export from 2016 to 2019, where he handled export sea freight operations. He then advanced to the role of Supervisor Seefracht Export from 2019 to 2021, where he managed a team and coordinated export logistics activities.
Education in International Management
Timo Zimmermann studied at FOM Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management, where he pursued a degree in International Management. He completed his Bachelor’s degree from 2018 to 2021. This academic background provided him with a solid foundation in global business practices and logistics management.
Career Progression in Logistics
Timo Zimmermann's career in logistics has shown a clear trajectory of growth and responsibility. Starting as a Sachbearbeiter at DHL Global Forwarding, he gained hands-on experience in export processes. His promotion to Supervisor reflected his capability in managing operations and leading teams, which ultimately led to his current role at Forto.