Güven Manay - Head of Special Projects Staff Unit

Q: Where is Güven based?

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

Q: What languages does Güven speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Güven have?

Güven has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Güven has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month . Note that Güven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Güven's latest experience?

Güven's most recent position is Head of Special Projects Staff Unit at Energienetze Mittelrhein GmbH & Co. KG .

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

In recent years, Güven has worked for Energienetze Mittelrhein GmbH & Co. KG , Actega GmbH , and NGK Spark Plug Europe GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Güven most experienced in?

Güven is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology , and Manufacturing . Güven also has some experience in Automotive , Education , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Güven most experienced in?

Güven is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Sales , and Supply Chain Management . Güven also has some experience in Operations , Quality Assurance , and Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Güven worked in recently?

Güven has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas has Güven worked in recently?

Güven has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Project Management , and Quality Assurance .

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Koblenz, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2023 - Mar 2026

3 years 3 months

Head of Special Projects Staff Unit

Energienetze Mittelrhein GmbH & Co. KG

Participative renewal of the business field strategy and the company’s target vision
Project manager for the geographical power grid expansion and improvement of renewable energy processes
Introduced multi-project management and business process management including Six Sigma deployment
Project manager for launching the company’s artificial intelligence program

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

1 year

Wesel, Germany

Manager Business Excellence

Actega GmbH

Implemented business process management, expanded Six Sigma, and prepared for the SAP S/4HANA launch and PMO

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Senior Consultant (Freelancer)

Support and interim leadership for cross-department digitalization, leadership, and process/project management initiatives

Jan 2015 - Dec 2021

7 years

Ratingen, Germany

Head of Business Excellence (since 10/2017: Head of Business Excellence EMEA)

NGK Spark Plug Europe GmbH

Design and implementation of the overall strategy (focus on Business Development/Excellence)
Realignment/reorganization of the company to “We Together”
Increased customer satisfaction by implementing the “House of Processes”
Implemented Six Sigma leadership guidelines, Lean management, quality circles, and Kaizen at all levels
Built the cross-departmental Project Management Office, EMEA
Optimized internal corporate communication (e.g., “Fishbowl” and “Community of Best Practice”)
Developed innovative and agile hybrid methods for Six Sigma and project management
Trained over 300 employees in Six Sigma and Lean management methods as well as PMI
Responsible at the global headquarters for implementing the company’s core values “Nittoku Way”
Managed up to 50 employees with budget responsibility over 1 million EUR

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Düsseldorf, Germany

Project Management Officer

E-Plus Mobilfunk GmbH

Designed and implemented digitalization in cross-channel marketing
Carried out pre- and post-merger activities
Knowledge transfer of Six Sigma from Telefónica to E-Plus
Introduced multi-project management between E-Plus and Telefónica
Generated synergies among process and project managers
PMO for cross-channel marketing and brand migration
Managed a team of up to 30 employees

Jan 2001 - Dec 2014

14 years

Change Manager

Computacenter AG & Co. OHG (formerly CC Compunet/GeCompunet)

Acted as Change Manager to drive the company's international focus
Led a European restructuring project
Implemented numerous process optimizations in Sales, Supply Chain & Service
Introduced stakeholder management
Opened up new business areas
Sales & Supply Chain project lead for the Europe-wide Group ERP project (up to 300 project team members)

Jan 2000 - Dec 2001

2 years

Bonn, Germany

Business Administrator

Amadeus AG

Automated procurement processes for telecom companies
Coordinated 20 system testers

Jan 1999 - Dec 2000

2 years

Executive Assistant

Nada Futon und Möbelhandels GmbH

Developed the concept for the designer furniture retail startup and launched the online shop
Coordinated 4 employees

Jan 1997 - Dec 1998

2 years

Cologne, Germany

Co-Project Manager

Internationaler Bund gGmbH

Developed successful business strategies in the non-profit sector and modernized administration
Guided 20 workers into the regular job market

Jan 1995 - Dec 1997

3 years

Cologne, Germany

Tutor

Cologne University of Applied Sciences

Mentored and tutored 7 students on their theses and exam preparations

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive, Telecommunication, and Education.

Professional Services

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Automotive

Telecommunication

Education

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Sales, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.

Project Management

Sales

Supply Chain Management

Operations

Quality Assurance

Strategy

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

German

Native

Turkish

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 1995

Cologne University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business Administration (FH) · Business Administration · Cologne, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Cerfified Agile Coach (CAC)

Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional (CAIP)

Design Thinking Facilitator Digital

Managing Succesful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner

Professional Scrum Master 2

SAFe® 5.1 Agilist

Certified Project Management Professional

Project Management Institute

Certified ASQ Six Sigma Master Black Belt

Six Sigma College Düsseldorf (D)

IATF 16949

ISO 19011

ISO 45001

ISO14001

ISO9001

NLP Practitioner

e-Careers Limited

MSP Foundation

APMG-International

Certified Scrum Master

Scrum Alliance

PRINCE 2 Foundation&Practitioner

APMG-International

Effective Managing and Performing

Malik Management Institut St. Gallen

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 10

Experience in Professional Services 16 y

Avg length 3 y 9 m

Longest experience 13 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Head of Special Projects Staff Unit, Manager Business Excellence, Senior Consultant (Freelancer)

Main industries Professional Services, Information Technology, Manufacturing

Main business areas Project Management, Sales, Supply Chain Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 18

Profile

Created

October 2022

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Güven based?

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

What languages does Güven speak?

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

How many years of experience does Güven have?

Güven has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Güven has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Güven may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Güven be best suited for?

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).

What is Güven's latest experience?

Güven's most recent position is Head of Special Projects Staff Unit at Energienetze Mittelrhein GmbH & Co. KG.

What companies has Güven worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Güven has worked for Energienetze Mittelrhein GmbH & Co. KG, Actega GmbH, and NGK Spark Plug Europe GmbH.

Which industries is Güven most experienced in?

Güven is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Manufacturing. Güven also has some experience in Automotive, Education, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Güven most experienced in?

Güven is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Supply Chain Management. Güven also has some experience in Operations, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.

Which industries has Güven worked in recently?

Güven has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy.

Which business areas has Güven worked in recently?

Güven has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Quality Assurance.

What is Güven's education?

Güven attended Cologne University of Applied Sciences for Business Administration.

Does Güven have any certificates?

Güven has 18 certificates. Among them, these include: Cerfified Agile Coach (CAC), Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional (CAIP), and Design Thinking Facilitator Digital.

What is the availability of Güven?

Güven is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Güven?

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