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Marcus (Dr.) Brandt

Managing Director

Marcus Brandt
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Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Feb 2019 - Present
7 years 2 months
Hamburg, Germany

Managing Director

Petermann Brandt GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Managing Director at Petermann Brandt GmbH
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Development and implementation of tailored IT solutions for key clients.
  • Over 15 years of experience in IT and project management, disciplinary leadership of up to 80 employees.
Aug 2011 - Apr 2019
7 years 9 months
Hamburg, Germany

Head of Backend IT

OTTO GmbH & Co KG

Expertise details
Position Summary
Head of Backend IT at OTTO GmbH & Co KG
Industries
Retail
Business Areas
Business Intelligence
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Development of strategic solutions for complex issues.
  • Leading software, methods and process optimization projects.
  • Responsible for leading the IT department, including the successful execution of IT transformation projects.
  • Introduction of agile methods and development of a microservices architecture to improve IT flexibility and efficiency.
  • Implementation of an enterprise-wide analytics platform that enabled data-driven decision-making.
  • Management of a team of over 100 IT specialists.
Apr 2010 - Jul 2011
1 year 4 months
Berlin, Germany

Freelance Consultant

Dr. Brandt Projekt Management

Expertise details
Position Summary
Freelance Consultant at Dr. Brandt Projekt Management
Industries
Information Technology
Professional Services
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Advising medium-sized and large companies on optimizing their IT strategies and implementing SAP systems.
  • Developing individual solution concepts and supporting the implementation phase.
  • Conducting workshops and training sessions to promote agile methods and DevOps practices.
Jun 2008 - Mar 2010
1 year 10 months
Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Germany

Team Lead Production Controlling

Q-Cells SE

Expertise details
Position Summary
Team Lead Production Controlling at Q-Cells SE
Industries
Energy
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Business Intelligence
Production
  • Optimizing production processes by implementing IT-supported controlling systems.
  • Development of a KPI-based controlling tool to improve production management.
  • Leading a team of controllers and IT specialists.
Oct 2007 - Apr 2008
7 months
Walldorf, Germany

Solution Consultant SCM Process Industry

SAP AG

Expertise details
Position Summary
Solution Consultant SCM Process Industry at SAP AG
Industries
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Supply Chain Management
  • Advising customers in the area of supply chain management and developing individual SAP solutions.
  • Analyzing customer-specific requirements and translating them into measurable improvements in supply chain processes.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Retail, Manufacturing, Energy, and Professional Services.

Information Technology
Retail
Manufacturing
Energy
Professional Services
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Production, and Supply Chain Management.

Information Technology
Project Management
Business Intelligence
Production
Supply Chain Management
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Summary

Dr. Marcus Brandt stands out for his extensive experience in IT consulting and management of large organizations. With his expertise in leading IT projects and implementing technological innovations, he has established himself as a leading expert in digitalization and IT strategy development. His ability to analyze complex IT issues and develop pragmatic solutions in close collaboration with specialists makes him a valuable partner for companies looking to modernize and make their IT landscape more efficient.

Skills

  • Strong Analytical Skills / Solving Complex Problems.

  • Excellent Communication Skills At All Corporate Levels.

  • Leadership Skills With The Ability To Inspire And Motivate Teams.

  • High Adaptability And Flexibility In A Fast-changing Environment.

  • Machine Learning, Ai, Large Language Models (Llm) Such As Chatgpt

  • Cloud Technologies (Aws, Azure)

  • Selection And Implementation Of Data Catalogs Like Informatica, Collibra And Aws Glue

  • Knowledge Of Enterprise Architecture Tools Such As Mega And Leanix

  • Proficient With Big Data Technologies, Analytics Tools And Cloud Systems (Aws, Azure)

  • Low-code Automation (Power Automate)

  • Power Bi, Tableau

  • It Strategy And Management: Expertise In Developing And Implementing It Strategies That Support Business Goals And Drive Digital Transformation.

  • Data Governance, Data Management And Analytics (Ai): Deep Understanding Of Data Governance Models And Experience In Implementing Data Management Strategies. Experience In The Practical Application Of Ai Technologies To Solve Complex Business Problems And Optimize Processes.

  • Agile Methods And Devops: Extensive Experience In Introducing And Leading Agile It Projects As Well As Implementing Devops Practices.

  • Cloud Technologies: Expertise In Planning And Executing Cloud Migrations, Especially With Aws And Azure, As Well As In Designing And Implementing Data Lakes And Cloud-based Solutions.

  • Digitalization: Leading Digitalization Projects, Including The Implementation Of Iot Solutions And The Application Of Ai To Optimize Business Processes.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Humboldt University of Berlin

PhD · Chemistry, Quantum Mechanics · Berlin, Germany

University of Cologne

Diploma in Chemistry · Chemistry · Cologne, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Artificial Intelligence (AI) New York Columbia XCSMM.101x

Agile Methods and DevOps

Business Process Management

Certified Agile Leader

GMP / FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance

SAP HANA, SCM, PP, MM, BI, MII (ECC)

Virtual Leadership

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5
Experience in Information Technology 9 y
Avg length 3 y 8 m
Longest experience 7 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)
Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Managing Director, Head of Backend IT, Freelance Consultant
Main industries Information Technology, Retail, Manufacturing
Main business areas Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate
Certifications earned 7

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Where is Marcus based?

Marcus is based in Hamburg, Germany.

What languages does Marcus speak?

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

How many years of experience does Marcus have?

Marcus has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Marcus has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 8 months. Note that Marcus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Marcus be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Marcus would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director, Head of Backend IT, Freelance Consultant.

What is Marcus's latest experience?

Marcus's most recent position is Managing Director at Petermann Brandt GmbH.

What companies has Marcus worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marcus has worked for Petermann Brandt GmbH.

Which industries is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Retail, and Manufacturing. Marcus also has some experience in Energy and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Business Intelligence. Marcus also has some experience in Production and Supply Chain Management.

Which industries has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in industries like Information Technology.

Which business areas has Marcus worked in recently?

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

What is Marcus's education?

Marcus holds a Doctorate in Chemistry, Quantum Mechanics from Humboldt University of Berlin and a Master in Chemistry from University of Cologne.

Does Marcus have any certificates?

Marcus has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: Artificial Intelligence (AI) New York Columbia XCSMM.101x, Agile Methods and DevOps, and Business Process Management.

What is the availability of Marcus?

Marcus is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Marcus?

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