Project Management Professional (PMP)

• Project management and consulting services with a focus on IT interim management: digitalization of corporate management, including processes and applications
• Assessment of the entire IT infrastructure, including applications, core processes and contracts, including cost optimization
• Evaluation and implementation of solutions to promote digitalization in the company in the areas of property management, CRM, invoice review and approval processes, smart metering, DMS and time tracking
• Digitization of file folders and introduction of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams as central document and communication platforms
• Design and delivery of an AI workshop, including the rollout of AI tools to increase efficiency and transparency in key business processes
• Preparation of training materials and delivery of user training for newly introduced digital processes and solutions

• Developed a market entry strategy for the claims division of an insurance services provider.
• Analyzed and optimized existing claims processes.
• Defined management metrics and KPIs to improve performance and efficiency.
• Advised management on market positioning and process digitalization.
• Led an IT team of 13 employees as part of an interim vacancy cover.
• Ensured stable IT operations and managed external IT service providers.
• Led regulatory projects, particularly the implementation of the DORA regulation.
• Prepared and supported an IT security audit.
• Change management and conflict moderation in a challenging transformation environment (FI migration).

• Managed the integrated SAP S/4HANA delivery plan for 12 BTS workstreams, including milestone, dependency, and governance management.
• Coordinated end-to-end delivery across Business, IT, and Operations, focusing on execution, readiness, and issue resolution.
• Responsible for RAID, test, cutover, and deployment management to ensure a successful go-live.
• Implemented KPI tracking, status reporting, and PMO governance to provide transparent management of performance, risks, and escalations.

• Rubix is Europe’s largest supplier of industrial parts and maintenance solutions (approx. 3 bn € turnover, private equity owned). Reported to the COO of the DACH subsidiary, leading a major restructuring project.
• Project Governance: Established robust governance structures (project charter, governance plan, communication structures), ensuring transparency and executive alignment.
• Logistics Restructuring: Consolidated multiple distribution centers into two central hubs, optimizing cost efficiency and service levels.
• Team Leadership: Directed a core team of 9, guiding planning and execution in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Project Planning: Developed and validated a comprehensive project plan, translating high-level milestones into actionable work packages.
• Risk Management: Implemented risk register and root-cause analysis to proactively mitigate project risks.
• C-level Reporting: Presented project status and recommendations to the Steering Committee (CEO and executive board).
• Stakeholder Management: Managed alignment and engagement with diverse stakeholders in a private equity context.
• Budget Oversight: Managed a project budget exceeding 3 million €.
• Effective project governance and clear communication are essential for stakeholder alignment and successful transformation.

The client operates a SaaS platform for managing rail and intermodal transport (Rail-Flow Transport Management Platform).

For two of its customers, it was looking for a 3-month project management replacement. Both customers offer rail and intermodal transport services. Implementation progress differs: one customer is already live and wanted its Phase 2 enhancements implemented; the other customer is implementing its MVP and entering an intensive testing phase.

As part of the assignment, project management was taken over, including management of the internal development team (offshore Turkey).

• Took over complete project management for 2 customer projects, including the roles of Product Owner and Co-Scrum Master
• Managed agile implementation teams consisting of business analysts, implementation consultants, developers (offshore) and QA staff
• Ensured compliance with and further development of project governance
• Planning and rollout management: creation and maintenance of project and rollout plans as well as coordination of role assignments with the client’s management
• Requirements and change management: management of contractual requirements, bugs and changes
• Customer and project communication: organization and moderation of status meetings and steering committees
• Identification of project risks, initiation of countermeasures and escalation
• Ensured correct and timely invoicing for project services together with Finance

Methods: Scheduling (forward- and backward-based), including milestone planning, structured interviews, multi-project management (in English)

Tools / Technologies: Jira, Confluence / Atlas, Claude (Skills, Artifacts), MS Outlook

European business consultancy helping consumer goods and FMCG companies unlock untapped potential, define winning strategies, and execute with precision and measurable impact.

• Analyzing business challenges with ~20% effort to drive ~80% output, ensuring clear priorities, structures and actionable recommendations that deliver rapid, measurable results.
• Driving holistic Operations and business transformation, cost efficiency, customer focus, go-to-market strategy and KPI-driven performance.
• Acting as a trusted C-Level advisor and sparring partner to turn strategy into measurable results; helping CEOs, founders and leadership teams in businesses of all sizes to strengthen growth and profitability.

I am an experienced data engineer specializing in end‑to‑end data integration, cloud DWH architectures, and high‑quality, governed data products.

I delivered following projects and engagements as a freelancer.

• Data Migration of CRM System for AL-FA Objekt Service Gmbh
• Microsoft Software Resales Partnership

I am looking for freelance roles like: Freelance Data Engineer Cloud Data Warehouse Architect Data Modeling & Architecture Consultant MDM & Data Governance Specialist BI & Analytics Developer

Technical Focus Areas

• Data Engineering & Integration: SQL Server/SSIS, Informatica PowerCenter/IDQ, Talend, Kafka, Azure Data Factory – Delta/CDC/ELT patterns, robust pipelines, monitoring/recovery, data lineage & impact analysis, medallion architecture Bronze/Silver/Gold layers
• DWH & Cloud: Azure SQL / Data Lake / Synapse, AWS Redshift/S3, on‑prem SQL/Oracle – scalable data marts with a strong cost/benefit focus.
• Data Modeling: Atomic (Inmon) and Dimensional (Kimball), Data Vault (Linstedt), Domain‑Driven Design, clear lineage & contracts.
• MDM & Governance: Informatica MDM, IBM MDM, stewardship processes, data quality rules, survivorship/XREF, catalog/glossary, SIF/BES/REST publication.
• Analytics/BI: Power BI, SSAS, Cognos – business‑ready, maintainable data products.

Responsibility:

• R&D budget €6,7 Mio. p.a.
• 65 employees in the teams: PMO, Software, Mechanics, Electrical & Electronics, Systems Engineering/Testing/Autopilot, Kite Design
• Sole signing authority & member of the management board

Activities:

• Overall technological responsibility for a highly complex mechatronic system (autonomous flight system, ground station, electronics, software)
• Organizational development of R&D from a start-up to a scalable structure
• Introduction of technology/development roadmaps & product development process, alignment of priorities with Product Management/Sales
• Transformation to a fully agile way of working (SCRUM, Flight Levels) with an established feedback culture
• Introduction of a strategy process for the entire company
• Representation of R&D in investor relations and responsibility for IP protection activities (IP)

Achievements:

• TRL progression & product maturity: advanced from TRL 6→7/8; completed CE risk assessment for serial deliveries; responsible for the world's first certified power curve of a high-altitude wind turbine
• Development strategy: reduced cost-intensive field tests in favor of a validated digital end-to-end toolchain (simulation, load calculation, structural design) and lab tests as the primary development path; shortened design cycles by 50–75%
• R&D architecture & organizational transformation: differentiated the development organization into pre-development, product development and series support; transformed the start-up structure into a scalable, agile organization (diverse teams, stronger team engagement); turnover in R&D <4%
• Company-wide AI transformation: introduced/scaled AI tools across all areas – 92% usage rate, 78% demonstrated application competence
• Investor dialogue: represented the company in international investor dialogues

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of operational processes to ensure alignment with ASPICE standards.
• Develop and implement quality assurance frameworks that enhance product and process quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of quality.
• Provide training and support to teams on ASPICE requirements and best practices.
• Facilitate audits and assessments to identify non-compliance issues and develop corrective action plans.

• Built a scalable nearshore IT developer hub (Croatia, Czech Republic, Poland) as an independent company through a BOT model (Build – Operate – Transfer)
• Identified, selected, and managed full-service agencies; introduced management and control mechanisms, including KPIs, SLAs, and regular service reviews
• Prepared and reviewed data processing agreements and framework contracts in coordination with Legal & Compliance; integrated regulatory requirements (including KRITIS) into process design
• Advised on cloud vs. on-premise strategies, data storage, and authorization concepts; supported Procurement with tendering and service provider evaluations
• Managed change and process harmonization between internal teams and nearshore partners; reported to executive management, CFO, and CIO

Result: Scalable IT developer hub with an audit-ready governance model, reduced operating costs, and accelerated product development.

• SAP S/4HANA upgrade from Release 2021 to 2025 and FI/CO transformation as part of a new TOM. Four streams and two SAP service providers; management during ongoing operations.

• Overall responsibility for time, quality and budget as well as cross-stream coordination of the four streams

• Coordination of process streams, business functions and SAP service providers

• Establishment and management of governance, planning, risks, dependencies, resources and escalations

• Provider management, regular management reporting, and preparation and execution of project and Steering Committee meetings

• Responsibility as Test Manager for test strategy, test planning, UAT, defect management and acceptance

• Result: Successful preparation for Go-live on 28.09.2026 during ongoing operations; quality and the planned absence of production interruptions ensured. Project governance established and positive feedback from management and stakeholders.

• Functioned as a Fractional CIO for the GCC's largest gaming distributor, leading a complete IT transformation infrastructure upgrade and outsourcing of IT services and ERP applications
• Oversaw the development and rollout of two CEO-sponsored business systems with a $40 million budget, including the implementation of a comprehensive Hydrocarbon Accounting System (Tieto) and a Supply Chain Management System integrating seven multi-vendor applications across Qatargas, Rasgas, and Qatar Petroleum
• Led Schlumberger's global outsourcing, securing a $350 million deal over five years with a 15% cost reduction, managing a global team of over 30 and implementing operational models and frameworks for chargeback, procurement, and IT management
• Navigated technically intricate and organizationally demanding projects for prestigious companies worldwide across more than 30 countries, leading diverse teams and driving strategic innovation

• Development controlling systems:
• Validate various Business Cases
• Develop organization, task description, processes and systems of the controlling system to improve activities
• Harmonize ERP software within the Group (IT-Procurement – Plan data – controlling – reports)
• Budget Master data and Planning:
• Set-up phase oriented project planning
• Monitor and validate projects: OPEX and CAPEX due to laws and concern dependency rules
• Validate regulatoric calculations
• PMO assistance activities
• presentations and reports Tools: SAP 4/HANA; SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC): SAP FI/CO; SAP MM; SAP PPM; BOARD; TABLEAU; MS Office 365;

• 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