Andreas Zinke
About Andreas Zinke
Andreas Zinke is the Head of Corporate Center Performance & Finance at thyssenkrupp in Essen, Germany, with extensive experience in corporate finance, risk management, and investor relations.
Current Role at thyssenkrupp
Andreas Zinke is currently the Head of Corporate Center Performance & Finance at thyssenkrupp. Based in Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, he oversees a range of financial and performance-related functions within the corporate center. This role involves strategic financial planning, performance management, and the coordination of various financial activities to ensure the company's stability and growth.
Previous Positions at thyssenkrupp
Prior to his current position, Andreas Zinke has held several key roles at thyssenkrupp. From 2020 to 2021, he served as Head of Corporate Controlling, Accounting & Risk Management. Before that, he was the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of thyssenkrupp Schulte GmbH from 2017 to 2019. From 2012 to 2017, he was the CFO of thyssenkrupp Materials Trading, following his role as Head of Accounting and Finance at the same company from 2009 to 2012. He also held various positions at thyssenkrupp Materials Services, including Head of M&A, Head of Controlling, and Head of Information Management (CIO), between 2008 and 2009.
Educational Background
Andreas Zinke has an extensive educational background. He studied Wirtschaftswissenschaften at Universität Duisburg-Essen, earning a Diplom Kaufmann from 1994 to 2000. Additionally, he completed several executive programs at Harvard Business School, including 'Breaking New Grounds' in 2016 and 'Building New Businesses in Established Organizations' in 2013. He also attended the Executive Leadership Program at IMD Business School in 2015. Earlier in his career, he achieved a Bankkaufmann qualification from Dresdner Bank from 1991 to 1993.
Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions
Andreas Zinke has substantial experience in mergers and acquisitions. He served as Senior Project Manager M&A at thyssenkrupp Services AG - Hong Kong Office from 2007 to 2008 and at thyssenkrupp Materials Services from 2005 to 2007 in Düsseldorf. He began his professional journey in M&A as a Senior Associate at Sal. Oppenheim jr. & Cie. AG & Co. KGaA, where he worked from 2000 to 2005.
Skills in Corporate Finance and Risk Management
Throughout his career, Andreas Zinke has developed strong skills in corporate finance and risk management. He has been involved in strategic financial planning and analysis, as well as managing investor relations to ensure transparent communication with stakeholders. His background also includes optimizing procurement processes and ensuring cost efficiency, along with a deep understanding of taxes and customs to maintain regulatory compliance.