Thomas Hiemer is the new Chief Financial Officer at DACHSER
CFO from the company’s own ranks took over on January 1
Thomas Hiemer became Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at logistics provider DACHSER on January 1, 2025. As a member of the Executive Board, he is responsible for Finance, Controlling, Tax & Treasury (FCT). Hiemer took over from DACHSER CEO Burkhard Eling, who had also headed this executive unit for the past 18 months.
Hiemer has been working in the finance department at DACHSER for twelve years. During this time, the 41-year-old has proven himself to be a high-profile manager with expertise in corporate finance, accounting, and controlling. He initially successfully managed Group Controlling before taking on the position of Head of Corporate Finance in December 2021. In July 2023, Hiemer was appointed Deputy Director of the Finance, Controlling, Tax & Treasury executive unit and thus acted as Deputy Head of Finance.
A strong and well-orchestrated finance department has an important role to play here
CEO Burkhard ElingBefore joining DACHSER, the graduate economist worked in finance at the DAX-listed company Heidelberg Materials and gained relevant experience abroad in the United States and China.
Securing continuity
“The fact that we can fill this position from within our own ranks is a great asset for us,” explains Bernhard Simon, Chairman of the Supervisory Board at DACHSER. “As CFO, Thomas Hiemer occupies a position of trust when it comes to communicating with shareholders, and he plays an important role on the Executive Board. His high degree of networking across the company is a distinct advantage.”
“Sustainable growth that is oriented to the long term—that’s what guides DACHSER’s thinking and actions as a family-owned company. A strong and well-orchestrated finance department has an important role to play here,” says CEO Burkhard Eling. “Thomas Hiemer has already become thoroughly familiar with the CFO role at DACHSER. He will take over seamlessly and thus ensure continuity in management.”
