Manager bei Besprechung von Unternehmensstatistiken

Interim COO

Temporary operational excellence for production, supply chain and growth

Geschäftsfrau und Geschäftsmann bei Besprechung in Bürogebäude

We bring strategic operations and production management to your company on a temporary basis

An Interim COO assumes full responsibility for operations, production and supply chain – exactly when it matters. Whether in growth phases, crises or far-reaching transformations: Interim COOs stabilize day-to-day business, increase output, quality and delivery reliability and create transparency about costs, capacities and bottlenecks – from individual plants to global production networks.

Our Interim COOs are experienced C-level Executives with a proven track record in production, logistics and service. They combine lean and operational excellence with a clear view of results, cash and risk. Hands-on and strong in implementation, they consistently align structures, processes and organisation with throughput, adherence to deadlines and economic success – until measurable results are achieved. In doing so, they bring with them the emotional intelligence needed to attract, convince and motivate employees and the works council.

XQI Partners

All XQI Partners

Looking for a Interim Manager? Our Partners will find the optimal solution for you – tailored, fast and discreet.

Holger Rosemann

Tapani Hänninen

Robert Butz

Georg Larch

York von Massenbach

Ilka Herzog

Stephan Franken

Dirk Niederberghaus

A forward-looking Interim Partner

“The Interim COO has not only greatly improved our delivery performance but also set the strategic course for the future – with data-based decisions and crisis-proof action.”

A medium-sized company

When you need an Interim COO

  • Acute leadership gap in operations management
    What to do in the event of an unexpected absence or departure of the COO? Our experts immediately take on management responsibility – for assured delivery capability and stable day-to-day operations until new appointments are made.

  • Delivery and quality crisis for key customers
    How do you react to missed delivery dates or escalations? We stabilize production, supply chain and service – and secure strategically important customer relationships.

  • High-cost pressures and performance programs
    How do you improve uncompetitive cost or productivity levels? Our COOs set up effective efficiency programs and increase earnings, cash and throughput – with measurable improvements.

  • Scaling production and logistics
    How do you cope with demand exceeding capacity? From scaling plants to building robust S&OP processes, we ensure growth without sacrificing quality.

  • Transformation and digitalization of the value chain
    How do you introduce new technologies or ERP/MES solutions? Our experts translate transformation goals into clear roadmaps – for time, quality and cost advantages.

  • M&A, carve-out or post-merger integration
    How do you harmonize processes in operation-related transactions? We ensure stable delivery capability during the separation or integration of locations and networks.

  • Professionalization of the operational organization
    How do you create clear structures and governance? A neutral Interim COO builds resilient management teams and acts as a sparring partner for management and committees.

Why work with us?

  • Experienced Interim COOs with expertise in operations management, lean excellence and supply chain optimization.

  • Speedily deploy the right profiles to meet your specific challenges, from crisis to scale.

  • A highly curated network of experts: We focus on quality instead of quantity and deliver effective solutions immediately.

Get in touch with us

Within 48 hours, we’ll provide you with an interim COO who will optimize your operations and boost your results.