Why Choose Brandt & Partners?

Real-world experience. Real partnership. Real results.

Our partners have spent decades in leadership positions before becoming consultants. We understand how businesses work in practice, not just in theory, and we use that experience to help our clients find clear, effective solutions that truly work.

Meet our consultants

Experienced leaders united by a shared commitment to results.

We combine our individual strengths and industry expertise to deliver practical advice and meaningful results. By working closely with our clients, we build trusted relationships that create long-term value and lasting impact.

Mathias Schmelter

Partner

Automotive Seating, Interior & Safety

As a Partner at Brandt & Partner, I help automotive companies navigate complex transformations and drive sustainable, global growth. With over 20 years of international leadership, I offer deep expertise in Program and Supply Chain Management, focusing specifically on automotive seating/interiors and passive safety systems.

My career highlights include launching multiple production facilities across Europe, North America, and Asia, managing large-scale supply chain operations, and overseeing multimillion-euro program budgets. I’ve enabled organizations to scale from €450M to €1.5B by implementing robust Program Management standards, introducing KPI-driven processes, and reorganizing teams for enhanced efficiency and customer focus.

My work extends beyond Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). I collaborate with clients to develop innovative partnership models, streamline operations, and align strategy with execution. By combining a global perspective with a hands-on, results-oriented approach I help businesses turn complexity from a competitive advantage into a collaborative advantage, unlocking long-term performance.

Dirk-Stefan Sauer

Partner

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Accomplished executive with 35+ years of operational and strategic leadership experience in direct and indirect procurement, business development, and risk management across diverse global industries, including global finance institutions (UBS), the chemical industry (BASF) and managed services (Chain IQ).

A skilled Global Development Manager, recognized for driving procurement excellence through strategic planning, seamless execution, and strong stakeholder alignment.

Renowned for exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all management levels. Results-driven, highly reliable, and resilient, with a history of delivering measurable success in dynamic and high-pressure environments.

Jorge Ramos da Silva

Partner

Quality Management & Operational Excellence

With a professional background spanning from leading Quality, Engineering and Operations Organizations Regionally and Globally, for more than 35 years, in global organizations and leading multiple sites in multiple countries globally, experienced in several product segments and markets, from Automotive, Electronics & Semiconductors to Power industry and several Tier levels.

I help companies, in automotive, electronics and semiconductor segments to boost performance by transforming quality systems, operational processes, and company culture.

My consulting approach identifies and eliminates inefficiencies, strengthens compliance, and drives sustainable excellence across all locations—delivering measurable improvements in yield, cost, and employee engagement.

My Executive Search approach identifies the right leadership in place, sourcing top tier executives who drive transformation and deliver sustainable results.

With deep industry expertise and a pragmatic, hands-on style, I ensure that both leadership and frontline teams have the tools and mindset to sustain high standards in demanding markets.

Oliver Fuchs

Partner

Automotive & Defense

I am a seasoned expert with more than 25 years of international leadership experience in the automotive and mobility industry. I advise executives on industrial and organizational transformation, global manufacturing strategy, and the transition toward electric mobility. Drawing on senior management roles at a major automotive OEM across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, I combine strategic clarity with strong execution expertise to support clients in reshaping complex organizations and building sustainable, future-ready operations.

In addition, I advise companies on executive search and talent-related career solutions. My goal is to be a trusted and long-term partner in developing organizations with the right people — bringing together talent, leadership capability, and deep industry know-how to create lasting impact.

Driven by a passion for international collaboration, I help build powerful global organizations that deliver technologically advanced, sustainable, and high-quality solutions — with the ambition to build strong, future-ready automotive and defense ecosystems.