About Johannes
Senior international leader with over 20 years of experience in the automotive and semiconductor industries. Successfully scaled technology companies through strategic partnerships, product innovations and the implementation of innovative business models. Strong emphasis on close collaboration with customers and teams to achieve sustainable success. Combines technical expertise with a focus on business expansion and technological advancement. Deeply familiar with transformative trends like industrial IoT (IIoT), AI/ML-driven automation, and Industry 4.0 frameworks, applied to future-proof business strategies and technical solutions.
German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Can work on-site
Graz (up to 50km), Wien (up to 50km), Klagenfurt (up to 50km)
Experience
- EdgeAlpha ManagementSelbstständigTECHJune 2025 - Today (1 year)Graz, Austria1. Programm- & Projektmanagement
- Projekt & Programm-Management
- Risiko-, Change- & Claim-Management
- Prozessoptimierung & Projektstandards
2. Strategischer Vertrieb- Partnerschaften & Strategische Allianzen
- Angebotsmanagement
- Performance Monitoring & Digitalisierung
3. Technologie & Produktentwicklung- Technologie- und Produktstrategie
- Prozessoptimierung & Effizienzsteigerung
- Produktentwicklung & Systemintegration
- NXP SemiconductorsSenior Principal Manager, Partner & Strategic AlliancesTECHOctober 2022 - May 2025 (2 years and 7 months)Austria
- Leading NXP's global partner ecosystem, enhancing strategic positioning and market expansion across products and sales regions (+28% partners in 2 years).
- Driving revenue growth (23% YoY) through targeted programs, such as lead sharing initiatives (adding $2.5M revenue in 2024), and co-marketing campaigns.
- Increased NXP's LinkedIn partner channel by +300% in 2 years; launched partner wall at key events (Embedded World, Electronica), generating 1,000+ leads.
- Optimized the digital customer journey (UX/UI) on partner marketplace and NXP.com, achieving +180% YoY lead generation.
- Driving partner engagement in four go-to-market solutions (EVSE, smart home, battery management and vision) based on market needs.
- AVL List GmbHProgram Manager, Electrification & E-MobilityAUTOMOBILEJanuary 2015 - September 2022 (7 years and 8 months)Austria
- Managed global e-mobility programs, including powertrains, ADAS, and HMI, alongside industry solutions like solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC).
- Led engineering programs such as the HAIMA S5 PHEV and a German OEM HV Battery Module, overseeing 8–12 direct reports and a total team of up to 150 FTE.
- Drove business development in electrification/e-mobility, securing $50M+ in projects across APAC (China, Japan, India).
- Managed a total budget of over $100M, with OPEX release competency of $1.5M.
- Implemented a quality gate checklist for the product development process, along with global KPI monitoring to ensure 100% compliance with milestone reviews.
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Education
- Global Executive MBA, Business AdministrationVienna University of Economics and Business & Carlson School of Management2023Global Executive MBA, Business Administration
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronic EngineeringUniversity of Applied Sciences2005Diploma Engineer, Electronic Engineering