Andreas Adloff - HR Transformation Consultant

Q: Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Munich, Germany .

Q: What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 23 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months . Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Workday Reengineering Project Lead at DSV Gruppe .

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

In recent years, Andreas has worked for DSV Gruppe , Siemens Healthineers , Brenntag , Stark Group , and LGI .

Q: Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Pharmaceutical , and Manufacturing . Andreas also has some experience in Metals and Mining , Chemical , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Strategy . Andreas also has some experience in Information Technology , Finance , and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Metals and Mining , Healthcare , and Chemical .

Q: Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Project Management , and Information Technology .

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Munich, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2025 - Dec 2025

1 year

Germany

Workday Reengineering Project Lead

DSV Gruppe

Analyze existing configuration
Compare to HR process and organizational designs
Develop redesigns and roll-out plans
Adjust security concept
Perform testing and implementation
Prepare documentation and hand-over

Jan 2023 - Dec 2025

3 years

Workday Cutover Manager

Siemens Healthineers

Integrate Varian across 40+ countries
Switch to payroll BPO in North America
Manage 120+ interfaces
Migrate data for approx. 23 000 employees
Establish an HR SSC for North America
Plan legacy system freezes and data catch-up
Implement Phenom & Broadbean for talent acquisition
Introduce new time and attendance system for North America

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

2 years

Interim Head of Global HR Operations

Brenntag

Establish regional & global HR Operations organization
Gather business & legal requirements to define harmonization potentials
Design process blueprints to standardize global HR processes
Define center service placement across CoEs, business partnering & operations
Deliver shared service process portfolio
Functionally own Workday implementation
Oversee Workday process & security configuration deliverables

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Global HR Project Manager

Stark Group

Deploy Workday
Oversee and manage design, test and roll-out phases
Oversee integrations build and testing
Perform IT & HR project management
Plan all subproject streams (process designs, data cleansing & migration, interfacing, testing, cut-over activities, hypercare)
Oversee initial & final tenant build
Hand over to internal system maintenance team

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Global HR Project Manager

LGI

Manage IT & HR project
Ramp up global deployment of Workday
Plan all subproject streams (process designs, data cleansing & migration, interfacing, testing, cut-over planning, hypercare)
Oversee initial tenant build
Hand over to internal project manager

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021

4 years

United States

Global HR Project Manager

K+S AG

Rebuild global HR function (analysis, design, implementation)
Deploy Workday (full scope without Time, Pay & Planning) from vendor selection to hypercare
Implement new global HR operating model

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

2 years

Switzerland

Carve-out Project Manager

Siemens

Carve out a global business unit
Transfer transactional HR processes from Siemens service centers to local HR departments
Outsource payroll services (RfP preparation, vendor selection, transition)

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

Spain

SuccessFactors Project Manager

Telefonica

Implement SuccessFactors EC, Recruiting, Learning and Goals & Performance along with legacy systems (SAP Payroll, SAP FI/CO, travel booking & expenses)
Act as E2E technical lead
Develop testing strategy & execute tests
Plan cut-over
Decommission & archive legacy systems

Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

1 year

Switzerland

Global HR Project Manager

SGS

Fine-tune global HR operating model
Detail and adjust target operating model roles in CoEs, HRBPs, SSCs and retained HR with new IT platform (Workday)
Develop HR FTE proposals for each HR layer based on benchmarks and future fit anticipation
Calculate business cases for alternative operating model options

Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

2 years

Ramat Gan, Israel

European HR Transformation Lead

Teva Pharmaceuticals

Roll out SuccessFactors EC, Recruiting, Learning and Goals & Performance along with legacy Oracle and SAP systems
Implement HR SSCs across Europe (Madrid, Zagreb, Krakow)
Integrate new employees following Actavis acquisition

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

Switzerland

Global HR Project Manager

SGS

Design future operating model including CoE, business partnering and SSC structures
Evaluate global SSC footprint
Adjust corporate HR task scope and staffing/expertise levels in strategic workforce planning and organizational design
Conduct best-fit analysis of selected IT platform (Workday)

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Switzerland

Global HR Project Manager

Pharmaceutical Company

Redesign HR business partnering (organizational & scope assessment)
Align HR BP roles between SSC, CoEs and retained HR
Deliver adjusted target operating model and implementation plan

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

United Kingdom

Global HR Project Manager

Babcock

Assess current state organization, process & system (SuccessFactors & SAP HCM) strengths & weaknesses
Analyze processes to determine efficiency & effectiveness drivers
Facilitate decision-making on future HR operating model & IT requirements

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

2 years

Germany

HR Project Manager Europe & AME

BASF

Assess functional performance (efficiency, effectiveness & strategic alignment)
Review current HR operating model, IT & strategic set-up
Deliver improvement charters in HR BPs, employee master & life-cycle data, payroll and operating model (corporate centre & SSC)
Detail & test talent management processes supported by SuccessFactors

Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

1 year

Switzerland

Global HR Project Manager

UBS

Review global HR operating model, current & future staff & cost base
Assess efficiency of current operating model
Focus on task splits between local entities/business partners and SSC
Fine-tune future operating model and adjust business cases

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

2 years

Germany

Global HR Project Manager

Bayer

Analyze performance of global HR function (efficiency, effectiveness & strategic alignment)
Review current HR operating model, IT & strategic set-up
Deliver best-practice improvement charters
Scope SSC offerings and geographic focus

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

2 years

Barbados

Global HR Program Manager

Bacardi

Quality assurance of a global HR transformation program
Assess compliance of global HR process designs and organizational fit
Develop process & organization improvement charters ahead of system configuration and operating model transfer
Harmonize HR processes & IT for employee integration post acquisitions
Manage third-party resources (system integrator, management consultants)

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

1 year

Germany

Global HR Project Manager

e.on

Benchmark global HR function (efficiency, effectiveness & strategic alignment)
Review & adjust target operating model
Deliver improvement charters for process harmonization and SSC establishment scenarios

Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

3 years

United Kingdom

Global HR Transformation Program Manager

BAT

Design & manage a global HR transformation program
Deliver globally standardized & integrated hire-to-retire processes and transition to consistent HR structures (SSCs, CoEs, business partners)
Implement SSCs in Brazil, Costa Rica, Malaysia and South Africa
Integrate HR organization, processes and systems (SAP, Cornerstone for L&D and recruiting)

Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

4 years

Director / Senior Director, Head of European HR Transformation Practice

The Hackett Group

Jan 2005 - Dec 2006

2 years

Principal, HR Transformation Consulting

Arinso Business Consulting

Jan 1998 - Dec 2005

8 years

Senior Consultant / Manager, Merger & Acquisition, HR Business Integration

KPMG Consulting / Bearingpoint

Jan 1993 - Dec 1998

6 years

Consultant / Senior Consultant

K&V Management Consulting Group

Advised on founding financial institutions, market entry and turn-around strategies

Jan 1991 - Dec 1993

3 years

Analyst, Total Quality Management

Philip Crosby Associates

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Metals and Mining, and Healthcare.

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical

Chemical

Metals and Mining

Healthcare

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy, Information Technology, Finance, and Quality Assurance.

Human Resources

Project Management

Strategy

Information Technology

Finance

Quality Assurance

Summary

I have built a career in HR transformation by streamlining processes, implementing global solutions, and designing future-proof operating models. My work spans integrating HR systems like Workday and SuccessFactors, optimizing pay and talent acquisition processes and managing large-scale transitions across multiple regions and industries.

I focus on analyzing current setups, defining harmonization opportunities and rolling out practical redesigns. I excel at aligning strategy with operation, ensuring compliance across diverse environments, and driving continuous improvement in HR functions worldwide.

Skills

Mr. Adloff Has Excellent Knowledge Of Human Resource Consulting With International Clients. Emphasis Of His Engagements Are Process, Organization And System Projects Within The Scope Of Hr Strategy Implementations.
He Has More Than 20 Years Of Project Management Experience In A Wide Range Of National And International Hr Advisory Engagements:
Designing & Implementing Hr Target Operating Models (Coes, Hrbps, Sscs And Retained Hr)
Benchmarking Based Best Practices And Kpis
Efficiency & Effectiveness Focused Process Designs
Detailing Process Splits Amongst Organizational Layers
Defining Smart Erp Usage (Workday, Successfactors, …)
Implementing Workday, Successfactors & Saas In Recruiting And L&d
Integrated Management Of Talents
Future Fit Sizing Of Hr Organizations (Ftes & Cost)
Set-up Of Hr Service Centers
Carve-outs And Mergers Of Hr Organizations
Change & Communications Management Related To Hr Transformations
Program & Project Management

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Education

Oct 1988 - Jun 1993

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Master of Business Administration, Dipl-Kfm · Business Administration · Munich, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 24

Experience in Professional Services 21 y

Avg length 2 y 4 m

Longest experience 7 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 7 (Switzerland, Germany, United Kingdom, United States, Spain, +2)

Primary country Switzerland

Expertise

Recent roles Workday Reengineering Project Lead, Workday Cutover Manager, Interim Head of Global HR Operations

Main industries Professional Services, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical

Main business areas Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

September 2025

Last Update

April 2026

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Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Munich, Germany.

What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 23 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Andreas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Andreas would be well-suited for roles such as: Workday Reengineering Project Lead, Workday Cutover Manager, Interim Head of Global HR Operations.

What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Workday Reengineering Project Lead at DSV Gruppe.

What companies has Andreas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andreas has worked for DSV Gruppe, Siemens Healthineers, Brenntag, Stark Group, and LGI.

Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Pharmaceutical, and Manufacturing. Andreas also has some experience in Metals and Mining, Chemical, and Healthcare.

Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Strategy. Andreas also has some experience in Information Technology, Finance, and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Metals and Mining, Healthcare, and Chemical.

Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Project Management, and Information Technology.

What is Andreas's education?

Andreas holds a Master in Business Administration from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.

What is the availability of Andreas?

Andreas will be available full-time from May 2026.

What is the rate of Andreas?

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