Marcus Baßler - Business Analyst & Project Manager for IT/TK

Q: Where is Marcus based?

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

Q: What languages does Marcus speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Marcus have?

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

Q: What is Marcus's latest experience?

Marcus's most recent position is Business Analyst & Project Manager Process Management IT Telecom Systems at Stadtwerke Bochum .

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

In recent years, Marcus has worked for Stadtwerke Bochum , Urban Art Kids , and Liberty Networks GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in industries like Utilities , Retail , and Media and Entertainment . Marcus also has some experience in Information Technology , Arts and Crafts , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Operations . Marcus also has some experience in Audit , Finance , and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in industries like Utilities , Arts and Crafts , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Operations .

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Experience

Jul 2022 - Present

4 years 2 months

Business Analyst & Project Manager Process Management IT Telecom Systems

Stadtwerke Bochum

Led the realignment and positioning of the 'Connect' sector as a company-wide fiber-optic business
Oversaw the architectural redesign of the system infrastructure, including process and staff structure optimization
Designed and implemented a comprehensive modernization strategy for the IT and telecommunications systems
Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment between business goals and technological implementations

Sep 2021 - Jul 2022

11 months

Co-Founder & Consultant for Digital Transformation

Urban Art Kids

Led the founding of the nonprofit association "Urban Art Kids e.V." to promote access to art for children
Developed and implemented an initial set of support activities and programs to achieve the mission goals
Oversaw the planning and concept phases for a blockchain-based platform for the secure management, presentation, and exchange of children's physical and digital artworks
Initiated the use of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) for rights management and evaluated the introduction of social coins to increase community engagement

Jun 2021 - Sep 2021

4 months

Stakeholder and Project Manager

Liberty Networks GmbH

Continuous coordination and communication with stakeholders throughout the entire project cycle
Conceptualized and implemented digital sales channels to optimize the customer experience and sales process
Introduced a program management framework to track project milestones and coordinate team activities
Set up a scalable and secure IT infrastructure as a solid foundation for business operations
Monitored the order process end to end, from customer initiation to completion
Coordinated system integration between ERP systems and Liberty Global to improve data exchange and operational efficiency

Sep 2020 - May 2021

9 months

Senior IT Project Manager

goetel GmbH

Responsible for the holistic management of complex projects in system architecture, with a special focus on CRM, ERP, and the TKI construction control platform
Established a Program Management Office (PMO) to synchronize project milestones with the given framework conditions
Coordinated the implementation of the TKI construction control platform to optimize data exchange through integrated system solutions
Managed the interfaces between CRM and construction processes to ensure smooth data exchange and adjustment of workflows
Supported change processes, including effective stakeholder communication and adaptation of workflows to support company goals

Jan 2017 - Sep 2018

1 year 9 months

Project Manager

Tipico Co. Ltd

End-to-end process analysis and optimization in retail using BPMN and creation of the corresponding documentation
Initiated and carried out risk analyses in the context of company-wide changes and transitions
Ensured financial compliance and worked with external auditors
Implemented agile methods to quickly identify and resolve process bottlenecks
Contributed to the design and implementation of an e-money solution to improve payment processing and increase customer satisfaction

Jun 2016 - Sep 2016

4 months

Interim Management Product Management

Telefónica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG

Led the consolidation of several fixed-line products to simplify and improve the product portfolio
Refined the overall product strategy to align with business goals and market requirements
Implemented measures to increase the operational efficiency of the product line in support of the business strategy

Feb 2016 - May 2016

4 months

Subproject Manager (Senior Project Management) Operational Launch of Manual Process

Toll Collect

Developed and aligned the infrastructure for the efficient operation of the manual process
Led and developed a high-performing team to strengthen cohesion and alignment with project goals
Created and coordinated a practical operational launch concept for effective implementation
Evaluated and aligned operational topics to ensure a smooth rollout
Coordinated involved departments across the company to improve collaboration and achieve project goals

Sep 2014 - Feb 2016

1 year 6 months

Project Manager Media & Publishing

FUNKE MEDIENGRUPPE - FUNKE DIGITAL GmbH

Introduced the e-paper format and technically optimized the infrastructure to ensure an efficient editorial workflow
Implemented new workflows to increase efficiency and quality, with a focus on stronger customer orientation
Supervised the development and group-wide rollout of a scalable platform for subscriber and rights management using Lean and Agile methods

May 2014 - Sep 2014

5 months

Subproject Manager

Cornelsen Verlag GmbH

Implemented new XML schemas (DITA) to modernize the data architecture and enable content reuse across different platforms
Carried out a comprehensive evaluation, documentation, and consolidation of existing BPMN processes to optimize workflows and increase operational efficiency

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Utilities, Retail, Media and Entertainment, Arts and Crafts, Information Technology, and Telecommunication.

Utilities

Retail

Media and Entertainment

Arts and Crafts

Information Technology

Telecommunication

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Information Technology, Operations, Product Development, Audit, and Finance.

Project Management

Information Technology

Operations

Product Development

Audit

Finance

Summary

In a complex and dynamic environment, I bring more than two decades of experience in managing strategically important projects and ventures. Specializing in handling challenging transition phases and complex team dynamics, I work at the highest level with focused calm.

Skills

Strategic Consulting & Change Management:

Agile Transformation: Managing Digital Transformation Processes And Applying Agile Methods.
Business Innovation: Advising On Innovation Strategies With A Focus On Growth And Scalability.
Crisis Management: Experience In Handling Projects In Critical Phases And Stabilizing Them In Line With The Original Project Goals.
Stakeholder Engagement: Building And Maintaining A Strong C-Level Network And Communicating Effectively With Stakeholders.

International Project Management/Product Development:

Agile And Scrum Methodology: Skilled Use Of Agile Tools And Methods For Efficient Project And Product Development.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Leading Interdisciplinary Teams And Coordinating Effectively Between Different Departments And Stakeholders.
Product Lifecycle Management (Plm): Experience Supporting Products From Idea Generation To Market Launch.

Leadership Skills:

Team Development: Successful Development And Leadership Of High-Performance Teams.
Conflict Resolution: Ability To Resolve Conflicts Constructively And Promote A Positive Working Environment.
Result-Driven Leadership: Goal-Oriented Leadership That Contributes To Achieving Company Objectives.

Cross-Industry Experience:

Telecommunications
Automotive
Media
Internet
Mobile Entertainment
…

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Studies in Business/Law

Training as an IT specialist

Specialized training in fashion and portrait photography

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 9

Experience in Utilities 4 y

Avg length 1 y 1 m

Longest experience 4 y 1 m

Expertise

Recent roles Business Analyst & Project Manager Process Management IT Telecom Systems, Co-Founder & Consultant for Digital Transformation, Stakeholder and Project Manager

Main industries Utilities, Retail, Media and Entertainment

Main business areas Project Management, Information Technology, Operations

Profile

Created

January 2022

Last Update

August 2026

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

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

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

Based on recent experience, Marcus would be well-suited for roles such as: Business Analyst & Project Manager Process Management IT Telecom Systems, Co-Founder & Consultant for Digital Transformation, Stakeholder and Project Manager.

Marcus's most recent position is Business Analyst & Project Manager Process Management IT Telecom Systems at Stadtwerke Bochum.

In recent years, Marcus has worked for Stadtwerke Bochum, Urban Art Kids, and Liberty Networks GmbH.

Marcus is most experienced in industries like Utilities, Retail, and Media and Entertainment. Marcus also has some experience in Information Technology, Arts and Crafts, and Telecommunication.

Marcus is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Operations. Marcus also has some experience in Audit, Finance, and Product Development.

Marcus has recently worked in industries like Utilities, Arts and Crafts, and Information Technology.

Marcus has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Operations.

Marcus attended education in Studies in Business/Law.

Marcus is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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