Güven M.-Head of Special Projects Staff Unit
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Head of Special Projects Staff Unit
- Participatory renewal of the business area strategy and the company's target vision
- Project manager for the geographical expansion of the electricity grid and the improvement of processes related to renewable energies
- Introduction of multiproject management and business process management, including Six Sigma deployment
- Project manager for the introduction of the company's program for introducing artificial intelligence
- Change management for the implementation of the AI program
Manager Business Excellence
- Implementation of business process management, expansion of Six Sigma, preparation for the launch of SAP S/4HANA, and PMO
Senior Consultant (Freelancer)
- Support and interim management of cross-departmental digitalization, leadership, process management, and project management initiatives
Head of Business Excellence (since 10/2017: Head of Business Excellence EMEA)
- Design and implementation of the overall strategy (with a focus on business development/excellence)
- Realignment/reorganization of the company toward “We Together“
- Increasing customer satisfaction by implementing the “House of Processes“
- Implementation of Six Sigma leadership principles, Lean Management, Quality Circles, and Kaizen at all levels
- Establishment of the cross-departmental Project Management Office, EMEA
- Optimization of internal corporate communication (including “Fishbowl“ and “Community of Best Practice“)
- Development of innovative and agile hybrid methods for Six Sigma and project management
- Training of more than 300 employees in Six Sigma and Lean management methods as well as PMI
- Responsible for the implementation of the corporate core values “Nittoku Way“ at Global Headquarters
- Leadership responsibility for up to 50 employees, budget responsibility > 1 Mio. EUR
- PMO portfolio responsibility of 80 Mio. EUR
Project Management Specialist
- Design and implementation of digitalization in cross-channel marketing
- Implementation of pre- and post-merger activities
- Six Sigma knowledge transfer from Telefónica to E-Plus
- Introduction of multiproject management between E-Plus and Telefónica
- Creation of synergies among process and project managers
- PMO for cross-channel marketing and brand migration
- Leadership responsibility for up to 30 employees
Change Manager
- Change Manager for the company's international alignment
- Project management of a European restructuring
- Numerous process improvements in Sales, Supply Chain & Service
- Introduction of stakeholder management
- Development of new business areas
- Sales & Supply Chain Project Manager for the Europe-wide Group ERP project (up to 300 project staff)
Business Economist
- Process automation in the procurement departments of telecommunications companies
- Coordination of 20 system testers
Executive Assistant
- Planning the start-up in the designer furniture trade and introducing the online shop
- Coordination of 4 employees
Co-Project Manager
- Development of successful business strategies in the non-profit sector and modernization of administration
- Supporting 20 workers in entering the regular labor market
Tutor
- Mentor and tutor for 7 students working on diploma theses and preparing for exams
Industry experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive, Telecommunication, Education, and Energy.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Project Management, Sales, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Quality Assurance, and Information Technology.
Summary
I have a strong background in transforming business strategies and processes through a mix of project management, process optimization, and digital initiatives. I led projects to drive geographical expansion, implement multiproject management, and introduce artificial intelligence in business processes. I focus on practical process management techniques like Six Sigma, Lean, and Agile methods, always aiming at improving internal communication and customer satisfaction. AI is my misson, especially in the last couple of years.
Throughout my career, I have developed innovative approaches and trained teams to adapt to new business challenges and digital trends, delivering measurable value in the energy, manufacturing, and telecommunications industries.
Skills
- Ms Office
- Ms Project
- Aris
- Adonis
- Signavio
- Google G-Suite
- Sap
- Power Bi
- Ai Toolkits
Languages
Education
Cologne University of Applied Sciences
Diplom-Betriebswirt (FH) · Business Administration · Cologne, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional (CAIP)
Design Thinking Facilitator Digital
Project Management Institute
Six Sigma College Düsseldorf (D)
IATF 16949
ISO 19011
ISO 45001
NLP Practitioner
e-Careers Limited
APMG-International
Scrum Alliance
APMG-International
Effective Managing and Performing
Malik Management Institut St. Gallen
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
Expertise
Qualifications
Profile
Frequently asked questions
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Güven is based in Koblenz, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Güven speaks the following languages: German (Native), Turkish (Native), English (Advanced).
Güven has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Güven has worked in at least 10 different roles. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 2 months. Note that Güven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Güven would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Special Projects Staff Unit, Manager Business Excellence, Senior Consultant (Freelancer).
Güven's most recent position is Head of Special Projects Staff Unit.
Güven is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Automotive. Güven also has some experience in Education, Telecommunication, and Energy.
Güven is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Supply Chain Management. Güven also has some experience in Strategy, Quality Assurance, and Information Technology.
Güven has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy.
Güven has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Strategy, and Quality Assurance.
Güven holds a Master in Business Administration from Cologne University of Applied Sciences.
Güven has 18 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified Agile Coach (CAC), Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional (CAIP), and Design Thinking Facilitator Digital.
Güven is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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