Thomas Kazala
About Thomas Kazala
Thomas Kazala is a Global Commodity Manager in Procurement & Supply Chain at thyssenkrupp, with extensive experience in the automotive sector and a strong background in managing commodity strategies globally.
Current Role at thyssenkrupp
Thomas Kazala is currently a Global Commodity Manager in Procurement & Supply Chain at thyssenkrupp. He has been working with thyssenkrupp Bilstein since October 2017. Based in the Bochum Area, Germany, Thomas is responsible for managing global commodity strategies within the automotive sector. His role involves extensive procurement and supply chain management.
Previous Experience at Alphadi Training Academy
In 2016, Thomas Kazala worked at Alphadi Training Academy as a Sales Marketing Manager and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt. This role lasted for two months in Kassel. His responsibilities included applying lean principles to sales and marketing efforts.
Managerial Roles at Kloepfel Consulting GmbH
Thomas spent a decade, from 2007 to 2017, at Kloepfel Consulting GmbH. Initially, he served as a Manager and then transitioned to Sourcing Manager for Eastern Europe. These roles, split between Düsseldorf and Warsaw, involved overseeing sourcing operations and procurement strategies in Eastern Europe.
Career at Kerkhoff Consulting GmbH
Thomas Kazala held multiple roles at Kerkhoff Consulting GmbH. From 2005 to 2006, he worked as an Area Manager for Eastern Europe. He continued with the firm as a Manager, serving until 2007. His work primarily involved managing operations and developing strategies in the Eastern European market.
Educational Background in International Business
Thomas studied at the International School of Management in Germany, where he pursued International Business Studies. He graduated with a Master's degree after five years, from 1998 to 2003. This educational foundation has been instrumental in his career in procurement and supply chain management.