Alexander Philipp Herbst - Senior IT and Software Project Manager

Q: Where is Alexander based?

Alexander is based in Neuwied, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Alexander speak?

Alexander speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Alexander have?

Alexander has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Alexander has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month . Note that Alexander may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Alexander's latest experience?

Alexander's most recent position is Software Project Leader for Brake Control Units at ZF Friedrichshafen / ZF Active Safety GmbH .

Q: What companies has Alexander worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Alexander has worked for ZF Friedrichshafen / ZF Active Safety GmbH and DÜRR Group / ITAC Software AG .

Q: Which industries is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Telecommunication . Alexander also has some experience in Transportation and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Quality Assurance , and Information Technology . Alexander also has some experience in Operations , Product Development , and Marketing .

Q: Which industries has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Product Development , and Quality Assurance .

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Neuwied, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2021 - Dec 2026

6 years

Software Project Leader for Brake Control Units

ZF Friedrichshafen / ZF Active Safety GmbH

Project management for software projects in the brake control unit area with a focus on deadlines, costs, and quality.
Planning, control, and reporting of project progress, risks, dependencies, and work packages.
Planning and tracking of work packages using PTC Integrity.
Organizing and moderating customer meetings as well as coordination with internal departments, external suppliers, and third parties.
Creating and maintaining project documentation according to Automotive SPICE requirements as well as management reporting.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

3 years

Project / Program Manager MES Industry 4.0

DÜRR Group / ITAC Software AG

Leading customer workshops to conceptually implement requirements in the MES and Industry 4.0 area.
Creating requirement specifications, specifications, and concepts for MES system integration.
End-to-end project responsibility with a focus on time, budget, and scope.
Advising customers and developing tailored system solutions in production and IT environments.
Coordinating between customers, development, sales, technical account management, account management, and partners.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

2 years

Software Project Manager at ZF Friedrichshafen

Ferchau Engineering GmbH / ZF Friedrichshafen

Project management for software and control unit projects in the automotive environment.
Planning, control, and reporting of project activities with a focus on deadlines, costs, and quality.
Planning of work packages using PTC Integrity as well as creating project-related documentation according to Automotive SPICE guidelines.
Organizing and moderating customer meetings as well as holding status meetings and management reporting.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018

4 years

Process Manager / IT Project Management

1&1 Telecommunication SE

Leading and supporting cross-functional IT and process projects in a sales and marketing environment.
Operational responsibility for various IT applications and project management for several server migrations.
Analysis, documentation, and optimization of existing processes as well as further development of tools within the IT landscape.
Training and coaching employees as well as supporting the implementation of new ways of working.

Jan 2012 - Dec 2015

4 years

Working Student / Project Support Process Management & Software Rollout

DB Regio

Supporting the rollout of software systems in the HR and workshop areas.
Preparing, accompanying, and supporting audits as well as working in process management.
Supporting reorganization measures, including job descriptions, RACI matrix, and process modeling.
Leading projects as part of bachelor's, master's, and Six Sigma projects, with presentation of results at management level.

Jan 2007 - Dec 2010

4 years

Neuwied, Germany

Electronics Technician, specializing in Devices and Systems

Voith Paper LSC

Creation of electrical engineering documentation and support for development work in collaboration with R&D.
Practical technical basics in an industrial environment as a basis for later project and process responsibility.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Telecommunication, Transportation, and Information Technology.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Telecommunication

Transportation

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Operations, Product Development, and Marketing.

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Information Technology

Operations

Product Development

Marketing

Summary

Senior IT and software project manager with many years of experience in successfully leading complex IT, software, MES, automotive, telecommunications, and infrastructure projects. Strong skills in planning, coordinating, and delivering technical projects with a focus on deadlines, costs, quality, stakeholder management, requirements engineering, and continuous process improvement. Solid experience in safety-critical automotive software projects, MES/Industry 4.0 system integration, and IT project management in telecommunications and infrastructure companies. Familiar with demanding corporate and mid-sized business environments and confident in working with customers, internal departments, external suppliers, management, and national and international stakeholders.

Skills

Project Planning And Control
Schedule, Cost, And Quality Management
Reporting, Risk, And Escalation Management
Management And Customer Communication
Software Project Leadership
Control Unit And Automotive Projects
Safety-Critical Project Environments
Automotive Spice And Project Documentation
Mes/Industry 4.0 System Integration
Requirements Engineering And Specification
Process Analysis And Optimization
Scrum, Six Sigma, And Agile Methods
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
Microsoft Project
Ptc Integrity
Signavio / Camunda
Aris Express
Sap R/3 And Sap Isi - Basic Knowledge
Autocad, Treecad, Eplan, Comos Pt
Agile Methods, Scrum, Six Sigma, Bpmn Process Modeling

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2014 - Jun 2015

Hochschule Koblenz

Master of Science · Business Management · Koblenz, Germany

Oct 2010 - Jun 2014

Hochschule Koblenz

Bachelor of Science · Business Administration · Koblenz, Germany

Oct 2003 - Jun 2007

Voith Paper LSC

Apprenticeship as an Electrical Technician for Devices and Systems, IHK skilled worker qualification · Electrical Technician for Devices and Systems

Certifications & licenses

Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level (CPRE-FL)

Six Sigma Green Belt

European Six Sigma Club

Certified Scrum Master

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 6

Experience in Manufacturing 11.5 y

Avg length 3 y 8 m

Longest experience 5 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Software Project Leader for Brake Control Units, Project / Program Manager MES Industry 4.0, Software Project Manager at ZF Friedrichshafen

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Telecommunication

Main business areas Project Management, Quality Assurance, Information Technology

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

July 2026

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Where is Alexander based?

Alexander is based in Neuwied, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Alexander speak?

Alexander speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Alexander have?

Alexander has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Alexander has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Alexander may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Alexander be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Alexander would be well-suited for roles such as: Software Project Leader for Brake Control Units, Project / Program Manager MES Industry 4.0, Software Project Manager at ZF Friedrichshafen.

What is Alexander's latest experience?

Alexander's most recent position is Software Project Leader for Brake Control Units at ZF Friedrichshafen / ZF Active Safety GmbH.

What companies has Alexander worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Alexander has worked for ZF Friedrichshafen / ZF Active Safety GmbH and DÜRR Group / ITAC Software AG.

Which industries is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Telecommunication. Alexander also has some experience in Transportation and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Alexander most experienced in?

Alexander is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Information Technology. Alexander also has some experience in Operations, Product Development, and Marketing.

Which industries has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Alexander worked in recently?

Alexander has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

What is Alexander's education?

Alexander holds a Master in Business Management from Hochschule Koblenz and a Bachelor in Business Administration from Hochschule Koblenz.

Does Alexander have any certificates?

Alexander has 3 certificates. These include: Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level (CPRE-FL), Six Sigma Green Belt, and Certified Scrum Master.

What is the availability of Alexander?

Alexander is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Alexander?

Alexander's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.