Toy manufacturer Schleich has appointed Karl von Bodelschwingh to the role of chief operating officer.

In his new role, Bodelschwingh will implement the process structure, specifically in the areas of sales and operations and forecasting. He will also help maintain and develop the company’s supplier network.

Prior to joining the toy manufacturer, Bodelschwingh owned a consulting firm and managed medium-sized industrial companies. Before that, he was the managing director at Salamander Industrie-Produkte. He has also worked in the logistics departments with BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeraete and Technical Plastic Systems.