Moritz Herfert is a pioneer in executive search in Central and Eastern Europe, having lived and worked in Poland since 1996. Applying over 25 years of expertise, he develops customized search strategies that take each client’s unique culture, internal resources, requirements and goals into account. He also provides specialised expertise in Industry 4.0, where industry and technology converge.
Professional Focus
- More than 25 years’ experience in executive search with additional background in management consulting
- C-level and senior functional leadership roles across CEE
- Specialized expertise in the industrial, supply chain & logistics, technology sectors
- Extensive work with international organizations, from SMEs to blue-chip companies
- Substantial experience in CEE countries including Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia and others
- Deep interest in lean management and continuous improvement
- Native German, fluent in Polish and English
Business Expertise
- Managing Partner Poland of an international executive search firm; managed the German Desk for CEE; promoted from earlier consulting roles with the firm
- Managing Director of the Polish subsidiary of a leading German executive search firm; successfully developed the company from a niche role to a relevant player
Practice Membership
Global Industry Practices
- Industrial
Additional Expertise
- Automotive
- Construction and building technology
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Technology
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in political science from Freie Universität Berlin, Germany
- EU Scholarship recipient, The London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
- Cultural studies at Paul Valéry University of Montpellier, France
Awards & Affiliations
- Active member of several chambers of commerce across CEE
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