Richard Saure
About Richard Saure
Richard Saure is a Project Manager in the Business Unit Uhde at thyssenkrupp with over 25 years of experience in various managerial and engineering roles within the company.
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Richard Saure currently holds the position of Project Manager in the Business Unit Uhde at thyssenkrupp. His role encompasses overseeing various projects with a focus on business development and operational efficiency within the unit.
Professional Experience at thyssenkrupp
Richard Saure has over 25 years of experience at thyssenkrupp, having held multiple significant roles throughout his tenure. He served as the Head of Operating Unit Nitrates and Phosphates from 2016 to 2019, and the Head of Phosphate Fertilizer Division from 2015 to 2016. Before that, he was the Deputy Head of the Ammonia and Urea Division in UHDE GmbH from 2009 to 2015 and Vice President Sales for the same division from 2006 to 2015. Saure also held roles as Head of Sales Group, Sales Manager, Head of Product Development Group, and Process Engineer.
Educational Background
Richard Saure pursued his higher education in Mechanical Engineering, earning a Dipl.-Ing. degree from TU Braunschweig from 1985 to 1990. He further advanced his academic qualifications by achieving a PhD (Dr.-Ing.) from TH Karlsruhe between 1990 and 1995.
Expertise in Chemical and Fertilizer Industries
With extensive experience in the chemical and fertilizer industries, Richard Saure has specialized knowledge in nitrates, phosphates, ammonia, and urea. His roles at thyssenkrupp, particularly within UHDE GmbH, involved significant contributions to the development and sales of ammonia and urea technologies.
Transition from Engineering to Management
Transitioning from technical roles to senior management positions, Richard Saure has demonstrated a diverse skill set that spans both engineering and leadership. His journey at thyssenkrupp illustrates his adaptability and capability in handling varied responsibilities, from process engineering to high-level sales and product development initiatives.