IPMA Level B (Certified Senior Project Manager)

• PMO Lead Security Clearance 2 (SÜ2) verified
• Reporting to the GMN sub-program management
• System maintenance 25+
• Functional management and coordination of the Jira setup
• Preparation of decision papers (e.g. project planning, governance model, communication plans, controlling models, roles and responsibilities matrices)
• Development of program-wide knowledge management using Confluence, creation of Jira concept
• Development of an access concept for all project tools
• Analysis of existing processes, identification of improvement potential, and design of solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Development of a concept for introducing automation approaches into existing tools
• Creation of intranet articles for project marketing
• Responsible for project governance through reporting and resource planning in the sub-program
• Agile development of the project methodology
• Gathering customer requirements (Requirements Engineering)
• Preparation and support of contract negotiations (7-year term, 500+ million budget)

• Conclusion of partner agreements with OnePlan (portfolio management) and ForProject/EVMS (project controlling); ongoing qualification and implementation of both tools.
• Project management for the relaunch of [link] with a new focus on integrated PM/PPM toolchains.
• Development and implementation of approx. 60 PM standard methods (PMSP, CMSP, QMSP) according to ICB4 & PMBoK8 as a database application on MS Power Automate / M365 / MS Project, with a planned cloud launch in 2025.
• Deployment and cut-over standard process defined as Quality Gate QG07: go-live plan, cut-over plan, communication package, production launch, smoke test in production, hypercare team, incident and SLA management, confirmation of production stability and operational handover.
• Development of a classification and retrieval system (TOC) for ChatGPT projects to enable immediate cross-application object activation.

Tools: LinkedIn, Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Infinity, MS Copilot, OnePlan, EVMS/ForProject, Power Automate, SQL DB, O365, MS Project, MS Cloud, ICB4, PMBoK7, M365, Teams

• Took over and led the operational and IT workstreams to ensure operational readiness on Day 1

• Introduced SMO governance including status meetings and reporting

• Crisis management

• Managed the key ERP and non-ERP workstreams to secure data migration (SAP R3 to S4 Hana) and ensure operational readiness in logistics and production

• Identified actions to address weaknesses/deficits in the existing SMO/IMO structure to meet budget and closing deadline

• Developed and implemented a cut-over strategy including freeze and stock-taking

• Completed the carve-out activities by the closing date, including the separation of the production-specific departments Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sales & Procurement, IT, transfer of all data and documents into the target structure of the acquiring company LDC, and integration of the IT infrastructure into the buyer's target structure

• Reduced the planned 7-day shutdown to 4 days

• Secured operational readiness on Day 1

• Handed over logistics inventory with inventory variance < 1 %

• Responsible for driving digital transformation and aligning country organizations with the Rhenus platform model

• Initiated the digital transformation roadmap for five countries, ensuring alignment with global group strategy

• Built and led a high-performing digital transformation consulting team, expanding delivery capacity from one to three value streams and thereby fast tracking the roadmap from 3 to 2 years

• Acted as strategic advocate for 5 country organizations, ensuring group-wide cross-functional alignment

• Redefined business analysis into an agile approach, reducing time-to-value for platform harmonization by 50%

• Retrofit of 10 existing distribution centers with ASML (automated scan manual labelling)

• Automation of conveyor technology at the induct with the goals of improving ergonomics, reducing costs, and increasing throughput

• Adaptation of existing MHE (material handling equipment)

• Supplier management (internal and external)

• Construction site coordination

• Detailed planning and execution of the implementation concept

• Acceptance tests for machine safety, Machinery Directive

• Planning and execution of IOQ, SWEH, SAT, Launch

• Ensuring compliance with costs, deadlines, and scope

• Risk management

• PM coaching of the project team and suppliers

• Leading multiple international teams

• International communication/coordination of sites (Delivery Stations AMZL, suppliers), RME, Ops, Safety, PMO, and Quality

• Methods and tools: Interim project management, project management (classic, agile, hybrid), change management, V-model, Scrum, Ozark, Chime, PtW, RightCrowd, stakeholder management, scheduling, cost planning, resource planning, controlling, conveyor technology, logistics, mechanical engineering, construction site coordination, claim management, requirements management, specifications, functional specification, supply chain management, risk management, FMEA, lessons learned, supplier management, team leadership, communication (international)

• Certified AI Expertise: As a AI Manager and Consultant, I understand the mechanics of LLMs and autonomous agentic workflows.
• Decades of Delivery: Over 30 years of experience heading complex, multi-million Euro infrastructure and telecom programs across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
• Proven Track Record: Successfully leading international teams of up to 150 members for Tier-1 operators like Vodafone and T-Mobile.
• Clarity: Applying PMP and Agile methodologies to ensure AI programs deliver measurable business results instead of just "tech-hype".
• I help telecom and infrastructure organizations to execute AI-enabled programs with precision, governance, and a "get-it-done" attitude.

• Defined and led the company’s vision, mission, and strategic direction, launching a global digital training ecosystem in executive leadership and AI
• Built strategic partnerships across Automotive, Energy, and Manufacturing sectors, driving innovation and global market expansion
• Oversaw financial modeling and feasibility analysis, achieving a 10x cost reduction and 75% productivity increase through Gen AI-driven strategies

• Responsible for IT strategy and operational IT governance in the D-A-CH region, covering infrastructure, applications, operations, security, and support
• Developed and implemented a strategic IT transformation to improve scalability, efficiency, and security of IT systems
• Managed a team of 25 specialists and coordinated with global and regional IT stakeholders
• Deployed a centralized IT service model for 250+ sites to standardize and optimize processes
• Supported and technically executed a carve-out to ensure business continuity
• Introduced modern cloud technologies and automation solutions to optimize processes
• Ensured compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and ITIL standards to minimize security risks
• Reduced IT costs by 20% through cloud migration and IT consolidation
• Built and led a high-performing IT team with focus on innovation and service orientation
• Led IT transformation projects including ERP migration, IT security, and digitalization
• Improved IT security level by implementing ISO 27001 and GDPR-compliant processes
• Optimized service times by 30% through AI-powered process automation

• Consulting and hands-on support in setting up, operating, and optimizing modern Microsoft-based server and application environments with a focus on Windows Server
• Design, consulting, and optimization of Windows Server environments
• Analysis of existing application and system landscapes in production environments
• Identification of stability, availability, and performance bottlenecks
• Development and use of PowerShell scripts to automate recurring administration and operational tasks
• Creation of batch scripts to support legacy or transition scenarios
• Automation of provisioning, configuration, and maintenance processes
• Use of Ansible for standardized configuration and management of server and system landscapes
• Development and maintenance of Ansible playbooks for operational and rollout scenarios

• Developed and implemented a security package for the Portus SOA framework
• Security concept to protect web services

• Project management
• Taking on special assignments for executive management
• Truck & Bus organization

• Designing, consulting, and managing strategic transformation projects for banks, insurers, and financial associations with a focus on efficiency, digitalization, and ESG
• Owning market positioning in sustainability through professional publications, whitepapers, and presentations at the top management level
• Developing and executing targeted acquisition strategies for ESG transformation projects and the insurance market, including identifying market opportunities and creating proposals in collaboration with executive management

• Interim single project, program and portfolio management in technical hardware development and production
• Consulting and support in selecting and implementing appropriate project management methods and frameworks for projects and programs
• Agile coaching to support and develop agile teams and organizations