Mathias Schmelter

Automotive Seating / Interior & Passive Safety

Contact Details

Bodenbacher Straße 39
01277 Dresden
Germany

+49 (0) 1520 496 18 33

mathias.schmelter@brandtpartners.com

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GERMANY

Strategic Transformation & Global Automotive Growth

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.

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Services

Business Consulting

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Functions

C-Suite

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Industries

Automotive

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