Dennis Schelberg - Third Party Risk Management

Q: Where is Dennis based?

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

Q: What languages does Dennis speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Dennis have?

Dennis has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Dennis has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Dennis may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Dennis's latest experience?

Dennis's most recent position is Third Party Risk Management at Ergo Group .

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

In recent years, Dennis has worked for Ergo Group , AXA Colonia , Companet Dienstleistungen , and IBM Deutschland .

Q: Which industries is Dennis most experienced in?

Dennis is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Professional Services , and Arts and Crafts . Dennis also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Media and Entertainment , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Dennis most experienced in?

Dennis is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Human Resources , and Sales . Dennis also has some experience in Legal , Project Management , and Information Technology .

Q: Which industries has Dennis worked in recently?

Dennis has recently worked in industries like Information Technology , Professional Services , and Arts and Crafts .

Q: Which business areas has Dennis worked in recently?

Dennis has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Production .

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Düsseldorf, Germany

Experience

Oct 2025 - Jun 2026

9 months

Third Party Risk Management

Ergo Group

Processing entries in the Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) process
Conducting clean-ups of existing business relationships
Creating, processing, and documenting requests
Reviewing entries from process participants based on existing files
Collaborating with risk SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) and vendor contacts
Working closely with procurement, information security, and data protection to align business requirements
Implementing regulatory requirements (VAIT, DORA) and ensuring compliance and risk management

Jun 2024 - Sep 2024

4 months

Cologne, Germany

IT Vendor Management

AXA Colonia

Main point of contact for business units throughout the onboarding process of external vendors; advising on process steps, software usage, and risk analyses
Working closely with procurement, information security, and data protection to align business requirements and implement process optimizations
Actively shaping and developing the vendor management framework; supporting its implementation and overseeing company-wide rollout
Implementing regulatory requirements (VAIT, DORA) and ensuring compliance and risk management
Coordinating and efficiently handling internal and external inquiries at management and business unit levels
Preparing analyses, presentations, and briefings for decision-makers in both German and English

Nov 2021 - Present

4 years 5 months

Freelance work

Companet Dienstleistungen

Event management
Music production
Graphic design
Hospitality consulting

Oct 2015 - Oct 2023

8 years 1 month

Düsseldorf, Germany

Q2C Operations EMEA

IBM Deutschland

Collaborating in changing (agile) project teams with internal and external project managers
Identifying, aligning, and managing change requests
Responsible for ensuring all project goals are met on time, within quality standards, and within budget
Organizing and conducting customer workshops to develop project plans and set project benchmarks and milestones
Reviewing and integrating contractually agreed software services into IBM's processes and tools, as well as creating process documentation for customer reporting, order handling, license and certificate management, and compliance

Jul 2011 - Sep 2015

4 years 3 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Software License Management / Account & Contract Management

IBM Deutschland

Creating process documentation for customer reporting, order processing, and escalation management
Monitoring processes, data flows, and databases to ensure software compliance
Administering and maintaining customer inventory data, and performing timely updates of asset data to ensure data quality
Managing and optimizing software licenses for large customers

Oct 2000 - Jun 2011

10 years 9 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Hardware & Software Maintenance

IBM Germany

Preparation of offers and contracts
Coordination of special bid processes
Administration of contract bookings and changes (access and terminations)
Microsoft Excel training for employees
Data Protection Officer
Archiving Manager

Aug 1998 - May 2000

1 year 10 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Customer Operations Coordinator / Customer Care Supervisor

Tele2

Planning and execution of outbound projects in the corporate customer sector (preselection of business customers)
Instruction and training of internal and external call center agents on sales strategy, outbound scripts, and motivation
Planning and development of a professional complaint management system
Team leadership in corporate customer support

Jan 1998 - Jul 1998

7 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Inbound and Outbound Telecommunications Marketing

Transcom

Telephone customer acquisition and support

Feb 1997 - Dec 1998

1 year 11 months

Freelance Musician

Jan 1997 - Feb 1997

2 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Marketing Assistant

Whitbread Restaurants Holding

Collection, processing, and analysis of customer feedback
Planning and execution of customer contests (e.g., multi-week adventure trips through South America)
Coordination of marketing activities

Apr 1996 - Feb 1997

11 months

Freelance Musician

Aug 1995 - Apr 1996

9 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Work Preparation Central Services - Central Archive

ARAG AG

Preparation of roll film microfilming
Hardware maintenance and servicing
PC indexing: recording insurance policy numbers
Quality inspection

Jun 1990 - Aug 1992

2 years 3 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Sales Outlet Accounting Clerk

Rheinische Bahngesellschaft AG

Account management and settlement of private and company-owned sales outlets
Preparation and checking of ticket deliveries
Individual support and advice for sales outlets

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Professional Services, Arts and Crafts, Food and Beverage, Media and Entertainment, and Telecommunication.

Information Technology

Professional Services

Arts and Crafts

Food and Beverage

Media and Entertainment

Telecommunication

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Operations, Human Resources, Sales, Project Management, Legal, and Information Technology.

Operations

Human Resources

Sales

Project Management

Legal

Information Technology

Summary

I have a strong background in risk management, vendor management, and process optimization. I excel in coordinating with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing frameworks through detailed analysis and clear communication. My work spans IT, risk management, and project coordination, where I focus on improving processes and delivering secure and compliant results.

With experience across diverse industries, I bring a practical, solutions-oriented approach to managing risks and streamlining operations. I continuously strive to enhance efficiency and secure business processes through proactive collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

Skills

Agile Explorer: As An Agile Explorer, I Am Seen As An Authority In Agile It Asset Management And Can Handle Unique Project Situations Confidently, Support Leaders Effectively, And Coach Less Experienced Team Members Professionally.
Cognitive Practitioner: As A Cognitive Practitioner, I Have A Basic Understanding Of Cognitive Solutions And Offerings, Allowing Me To Start A Cognitive Conversation With Employees And Colleagues.
Moderation Experience: I Have Extensive Experience As A Trainer, Moderator, And Motivator. I Have Hosted Events With Several Thousand Spectators (Also In Front Of Tv Cameras).
Scrum: I Am A Certified Professional Scrum Master Level Ii And Professional Scrum Product Owner Level I.
Software Skills: Microsoft Office (Including Vba), Pm Tools (Sap, Slack, Miro, Ms Teams, Etc.), Grc Tools (Artemeon, Ibm Openpages), Asset Management Tools (Servicenow, Ibm Maximo), Risk Management Tools (Archer, Artemeon).

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 1992 - Jun 1995

W.-H.-Riehl-Kolleg, Düsseldorf

General university entrance qualification · Düsseldorf, Germany · Average grade 2.3

Aug 1987 - May 1990

Rheinische Bahngesellschaft AG, Düsseldorf

Apprenticeship as an industrial clerk · Düsseldorf, Germany · Vocational school diploma with average grade 2.8

Certifications & licenses

Agile Explorer

Cognitive Practitioner

IBM

Professional Scrum™ Master Level II

Professional Scrum™ Product Owner Level I

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Information Technology 23 y

Avg length 2 y 9 m

Longest experience 10 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Third Party Risk Management, IT Vendor Management, Freelance work

Main industries Information Technology, Professional Services, Arts and Crafts

Main business areas Operations, Human Resources, Sales

Qualifications

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Where is Dennis based?

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

What languages does Dennis speak?

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

How many years of experience does Dennis have?

Dennis has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Dennis has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Dennis may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Dennis be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Dennis would be well-suited for roles such as: Third Party Risk Management, IT Vendor Management, Freelance work.

What is Dennis's latest experience?

Dennis's most recent position is Third Party Risk Management at Ergo Group.

What companies has Dennis worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dennis has worked for Ergo Group, AXA Colonia, Companet Dienstleistungen, and IBM Deutschland.

Which industries is Dennis most experienced in?

Dennis is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Arts and Crafts. Dennis also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Media and Entertainment, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Dennis most experienced in?

Dennis is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Human Resources, and Sales. Dennis also has some experience in Legal, Project Management, and Information Technology.

Which industries has Dennis worked in recently?

Dennis has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Arts and Crafts.

Which business areas has Dennis worked in recently?

Dennis has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Production.

What is Dennis's education?

Dennis attended W.-H.-Riehl-Kolleg, Düsseldorf for General university entrance qualification.

Does Dennis have any certificates?

Dennis has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Agile Explorer, Cognitive Practitioner, and Professional Scrum™ Master Level II.

What is the availability of Dennis?

Dennis will be available part-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Dennis?

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