Finn (Erik) L.-Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness)
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Experience
Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness)
Vestas
- Built a PMO, managed executive stakeholders, and developed robust approach to mitigate risk readying Vestas for growth.
Private Adviser
UK-Based Family Fund for Start-Ups
- Directed reallocation of funds, surpassing 2M euro mark, optimizing financial resources for optimal operational efficiency.
- Formulated efficient financial models and pitches to raise funds.
Adviser to CIO and PMO Lead
Schlumberger
- Spearheaded implementation of New Way of Working initiative as PMO Lead, fostering innovation.
- Expedited productivity by 30% and speed to delivery by 50% through revamping IT organization.
Supply Chain Leader (Advisory Centre EY)
EY
- Steered winning negotiations with vendors and contracts for Nufarm and Schlumberger, optimizing agreements, and fostering cost-effective partnerships.
- Developed intellectual base for Digital Solution Sets to bring to market.
- Recognized as PMO/QRM leader for Schlumberger, driving project and quality risk management initiatives.
- Established new business entity for Digital Supply Chain Consulting spanning 90+ countries in EMEIA.
Consulting Partner
EY
- Spearheaded successful completion of SAP transformation programs, ensuring seamless and efficient operations.
- Co-ordinated execution of SAP and account executive roles for prominent clients including Sikorsky, UTC, Carrier, GE, and Bristol Myers-Squibb.
- Orchestrated reimplementation of Sikorsky Finance and Costing SAP (DOD, USA) for improved financial processes and developed carve-out strategy and operating model for Sikorsky to establish a pure commercial after-market service organization.
- Drove establishment of UTC global shared services for HR-Expat program (USA), optimizing human resources processes and services on global scale.
- Developed business case with Transaction Services and a new operating model and tax model for the industrial spin-off Xylem in Europe (HQ in Italy) during ITT 3 way split.
- Successfully integrated SAP and Shared Services for Carrier (USA), streamlining business processes and improving overall operational effectiveness.
Industry experience
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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense, Pharmaceutical, Utilities, Energy, Banking and Finance, and Professional Services.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Finance, Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources, Investments and M&A, and Procurement.
Summary
Seasoned and outcome-driven executive with comprehensive experience in development, implementation, and management of complex international projects.
Proven success driving transformative initiatives and fostering worldwide growth in consulting, manufacturing, O&G, energy (wind/solar), pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, aeronautics, defense, and rail industries. Recognized for optimizing operational efficiency and achieving outstanding results around the globe. Adept at navigating complex landscapes, forging key partnerships, and adapting to industry trends. Hands-on leadership style inspires teams to exceed expectations. Strategic mindset and commitment to excellence position as valuable asset for organizations seeking visionary leader. Resourceful in strategic planning and execution, aligning business goals with technological solutions to drive process improvements and ROI. Agile in navigating intricacies of international business cultures, fostering alliances that drive global success.
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- It & Business Transformation
- Agile Methodologies
- Sap Implementation & Improvement
- Turnaround Growth & Restructuring
- Leadership & Financial Analysis
- Global Business Services & Advisory
- Divestiture, Merger, & Acquisition
- Risk & Quality Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Operational Efficiency
Languages
Education
Copenhagen Business School
Master of Science in Economics · Economics · Copenhagen, Denmark
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Finn is based in Hamburg, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Finn speaks the following languages: Danish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary), Portuguese (Elementary).
Finn has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Finn has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 6 months. Note that Finn may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Finn would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness), Private Adviser, Adviser to CIO and PMO Lead.
Finn's most recent position is Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness) at Vestas.
In recent years, Finn has worked for Vestas and UK-Based Family Fund for Start-Ups.
Finn is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Pharmaceutical, and Utilities. Finn also has some experience in Energy, Banking and Finance, and Professional Services.
Finn is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Information Technology, and Project Management. Finn also has some experience in Human Resources, Investments and M&A, and Procurement.
Finn has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance and Energy.
Finn has recently worked in business areas like Finance, Investments and M&A, and Project Management.
Finn holds a Master in Economics from Copenhagen Business School.
Finn has 1 certificate: Green Belt.
The availability of Finn needs to be confirmed.
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