Our services in an overview
Allotrope offers interim management and consultancy expertise in direct & indirect procurement, supply chain management, strategic consultancy and legal services. Driven, target focused business approach without losing sight of the ‘human’ factor. Competencies: HR Services, Managed Service Providers (MSP)/ Vendor Management Systems (VMS), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Tail Spend, Spend Control, Spend Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Change Management & Organizational Change, Integration, Mediation, Contract- & Risk Management, Global- and Regional Project Management & -Implementation, Capital Investments & -Constructions, Supplier Management. Specialized in Pharmaceutical-, Chemical-, and Food Industry.
How we matter to you
- Extensive experience and expertise go without saying. As does confidentiality.
- Sensitivity and listening allow us to connect the dots, openness and interest put you and your organization in the center of attention. This is for you.
- We address what we see, say what we do, and do what we say. Rely on us.
- Holism is an intuitively applied, ingrained principle. We deliver beyond expectations.
- We are real people. Human. Down to earth. Caring. This is how we approach you.
- We are passionate and enthusiastic about our work. We inspire you.

The company name Allotrope was chosen accordingly as it relates to the founder’s background and passion in (bio-) chemistry/ pharmacy, but also to the variety of Olaf as a person. His adaptive ability and sensitivity allow and enable him to choose the right “structure” (characteristics) based on the circumstances.

In Chemistry, different structural modifications of the same chemical substance are referred to as allotropes. Carbon for example comes across as Diamond, Graphite, Graphene, und Fullerene. Carbon. Carbon is also the element of life, and because we love life and working with people, the benzene ring was chosen as part of the logo.

In more than 20 years of (international) work and many years of mergers & acquisitions, restructuring and change programs, Olaf has worked with all different types and levels of people (manufacturing, research, management up to CEO / CFO level) in all different international, cultural and political environments.

The expertise and insights gained led to an uncommon way of looking at contemporary setups of organizations and distribution of ownership. Olaf’s constant exchange with a broad and diverse network, but also according benchmark shows that many others (companies and individuals) are struggling with similar challenges, creating the need for flexible and fast support, and sustainable solutions in a rapidly changing world.

Olaf van der Linden brings more than 22 years of (international) work experience, ranging from family owned business to multinationals. During that time and over a period of more than 10 years, he experienced and mastered various merger and acquisition projects. The combination of his background in (bio-) chemistry, his experience as international procurement professional, and track record in HR MSP/ VMS program implementation and as change manager makes him a unique asset. Olaf is capable of breaking down complex topics into simple, tangible items without creating ‘losers’ but only winners. Thereby, his charm, combined with high sensitivity and cognitive flexibility, is a crucial success factor.
Contact us now
In order to gain competitive advantage, organizations have to adapt to today’s rapidly changing world. We’re happy to help! To request more information, please contact Olaf van der Linden, founder & owner of Allotrope GmbH.
