Interim management for the consumer goods industry

Temporary leadership expertise for retail, e-commerce, and brand positioning

Why interim management in the consumer goods sector?

The consumer goods industry is facing rapid change: retail fragmentation, e-commerce pressure, volatile raw material costs, and rapidly changing consumer preferences require managers who can act immediately.

Interim managers bring proven solutions to the table—without any training period. They stabilize sales channels, optimize cost structures, modernize product portfolios, and accelerate digital transformations. External consumer goods expertise pays off, especially in the face of changing conditions, omnichannel restructuring, or rebranding initiatives.

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XQI Partners

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

Holger Rosemann

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Tapani Hänninen

Managing Partner, München

Robert Butz

Managing Partner, München

Georg Larch

Managing Partner, München

York von Massenbach

Managing Partner, München

Ilka Herzog

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Stephan Franken

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Dirk Niederberghaus

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf
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Reliable Interim Partner

“The interim manager didn’t just rescue our supply chain—he established sustainable SCM excellence through clear processes, digital tools, and team coaching, delivering measurable results from day one.”

A leading German manufacturer of household and personal care products
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What you can count on

  • Retail & sales expertise
    Interim managers with proven experience in retail management, category management, and the development of omnichannel strategies.

  • Understanding of market dynamics
    Expertise in consumer trend analysis, brand positioning, and rapid product adaptation to changing markets.

  • Supply chain and logistics
    Proven experience in logistics optimization and inventory management.

  • Cost and margin management
    Expertise in cost reduction, pricing strategy, and profitability improvement in competitive environments.

Your leaders for success

We place experienced interim managers who have an immediate impact in the consumer goods industry – with clear goals and measurable results:

  • Highly effective crisis managers:
    Turn market share losses, distribution crises, and excess inventory into stable, profitable growth.

  • Strategic visionaries for the future:
    Realign product portfolios and business models – for e-commerce, direct sales, and new consumer segments.

  • Industry experts with practical knowledge:
    Understand the retail dynamics, consumer preferences, and supply chain requirements of the consumer goods industry – without any training period.

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Areas of application for interim management

Interim executives in the consumer goods industry act as catalysts for change—they bring expertise, experience, and implementation skills exactly where they are needed:

1. Sales & retail management

  • Taking over sales management to stabilize distribution networks and retail partnerships.

  • Implementing category management and planograms for retail spaces.

  • Optimizing retail conditions and customer management systems.

2. E-commerce & omnichannel strategy

  • Building or restructuring e-commerce platforms and online sales channels.

  • Integration of online and offline channels.

  • Implementation of direct shipping and fulfillment systems.

3. Product & Portfolio Management

  • Restructuring of product portfolios to optimize profitability and market position.

  • Acceleration of product innovations and time-to-market for new consumer trends.

  • Focus on high-margin categories.

4. Marketing & brand positioning

  • Relaunch of brands and repositioning against new competitors.

  • Development of digital marketing strategies and social media engagement.

  • Optimization of marketing budgets and advertising expenditure efficiency.

5. Logistics & supply chain optimization

  • Reorganization of warehousing, inventory management, and distribution centers.

  • Optimization of supplier networks and raw material procurement.

  • Implementation of demand planning and inventory management systems.

6. Cost Management & Profitability

  • Implementation of cost reduction programs across all functions.

  • Optimization of production costs, packaging costs, and logistics expenses.

  • Price optimization and margin improvement without losing market share.

7. Organizational Development & Transformation

  • Reorganization of sales and marketing teams for agile market response.

  • Development of digital skills and e-commerce expertise.

  • Change management for transitions to new business models and channels.

Why choose us?

  • Experienced consumer goods experts with proven expertise in crisis management, digitalization, and strategic leadership.

  • Rapid identification and selection of suitable interim managers for your specific requirements.

  • Flexible solutions for bridging vacancies, transformation, or turnaround—ready for immediate action.

About us

Erfolgreich umgesetzte Projekte im Konsumgüterbereich

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Consumer Goods

Supply chain optimization

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Consumer Goods

Scaling digitally to expand customer reach

Within nine months, a textile company achieved +60% revenue

International Interim Manager

We bring consumer goods expertise to the forefront – for retailers, brand manufacturers, and e-commerce companies.

Rely on our many years of consumer goods experience and implementation strength – we provide your individual project with tailor-made management solutions, thus securing your market position, profitability, and sustainable growth.

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