Costs are threatening the ability of process companies to take advantage of both organic and inorganic growth opportunities because of expanding financial constraints.

Education
- PhD (Dr.-Ing), mechanical/production engineering, Technical University of Braunschweig
- MBA, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- Diploma, industrial engineering, Technical University of Braunschweig
Jan Beier is a core member of the Industrial Goods and Operations practices at Boston Consulting Group specializing in Operations in Chemicals. He has in-depth experience in manufacturing and supply chain optimization, transformation programs, and full potential plans and cost efficiency.
Since joining BCG in 2011, Jan has led numerous engagements for base and specialty chemicals, life sciences, and biotech clients. He has in-depth experience in topics from strategic design to hands-on shopfloor work, always ensuring a strong implementation and value-capture focus in-line with overarching strategic purposes.