Stephan Schmitz

Sihl Group

Stephan Schmitz is a global expert in strategic procurement, geopolitical risk management, and international production strategy.

He combines deep operational leadership with strong analytical capabilities, helping organizations build resilient, cost-optimized supply chains and make sourcing and manufacturing decisions that remain robust under geopolitical pressure.

With extensive experience across Europe, Asia and the U.S., he brings nuanced understanding of the cultural, economic, and political dynamics that shape global procurement and production networks. He is known for steering complex relocations, strengthening supplier networks and translating geopolitical signals into practical risk mitigation and continuity measures. In addition, Stephan integrates ESG aspects into his procurement and supply-chain strategies and aligns resilience with responsible business practices.

Through his ongoing research activities in foreign and security policy, Stephan integrates this additional academic expertise into his procurement strategies, taking into account the evolving geopolitical power structures and their impact on global value chains.