Michael V.-IT Sourcing Advisor
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Experience
Project Lead for Migration to SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Concur
Telecommunications
- Project lead for the migration to SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Concur
- Drafting and negotiating contracts for Managed Payroll and AMS Services
- Extending Service Agreements with the existing provider
- Ensuring data archiving, including contract negotiations
Drafting Managed Service Contract
IT service provider
- Drafting a Managed Service contract for operating customer systems
- Focus on governance and service levels
Drafting and Negotiating IT Template Contract
Tourism
- Drafting a new IT template contract (framework, service and project contract)
- Negotiating with existing providers
Negotiating Existing IT Contracts
Banks
- Negotiating existing contracts to embed and implement new IT security requirements, ITIL processes and governance
Workstream Lead Sourcing Readiness
Banks
- Updating and ensuring sourcing readiness for new IT security requirements, ITIL processes and governance
Transition Manager and Exit Manager
Real Estate
- Transition Manager for two IT sourcing contracts in the areas of network and end-user computing
- Exit Manager for the outgoing service provider
Interim Contract Manager and Auditor
Real Estate
- Designed and conducted an audit to assess the working relationship with an Indian IT service provider
- Served as Interim Contract Manager
Program Management for SAP SuccessFactors Rollouts
Logistics
- Set up program management for SAP SuccessFactors rollouts in North and Latin America
- Designed the contract change process
- Reviewed the implementation of global processes in individual countries
- Designed an overarching communication model, including stakeholder management
Contract Assessment Design and Delivery
Logistics
- Assessed the contractual relationship with an Indian IT service provider for payroll and HCM
- Identified improvement measures and scenarios for future collaboration
Set Up Vendor Management Department
Energy sector
- Designed and operationally set up a Vendor Management department
- Developed an assessment and classification model to shape the strategy for working with IT partners
- Defined governance across selected touchpoints (Vendor Journey)
Project Lead Nearshore Location Poland
Banking
- In-house acquisition of a nearshore location in Poland
- Conducted due diligence and negotiated the purchase price
- Integrated the location into the Finance, HR, and Infrastructure processes
Negotiation of Captive Nearshore Contract
Banking
- Prepared and negotiated a comprehensive captive nearshore contract for development, maintenance, and operations services
Project Manager, Sourcing Projects
Automotive
- Responsible for RfP preparation, bid evaluation, and bidder communications
- Negotiated contracts and managed the transition to new service providers
Senior Business Developer
IT Service Provider
- Supported scalable IT solutions in the healthcare and retail sectors as a Senior Business Developer
- Conducted market research and clarified legal and technical requirements
- Validated customer expectations
Support for Offshore Program Transitions
IT Service Provider
- Supported the transition of two large offshore programs
- Defined governance structures and processes
- Ensured the quality of critical deliverables in coordination with the customer
- Supported contract management and initiated corrective measures when deviations occurred
Sourcing Expert Shared-Service Project
Banks
- Conducted workshops with the future IT provider to deepen understanding of the solution
- Ensured the process was auditable
- Advised on best practices and how to avoid contract pitfalls
- Ensured key requirements were addressed in negotiations with the IT service provider
Due Diligence Support
IT Service Provider
- Supported due diligence for a bid worth tens of millions
- Defined governance and integration into the operational delivery model
- Set up an onsite/offshore model and overall program management
IT Operations RfP Preparation
Automotive
- Prepared an RfP for IT Operations, including new governance structures
- Supported the selection process through to the assessment of professional suitability
- Conducted workshops to ensure a shared understanding of the requirements
- Defined the selection criteria
ITIL Implementation for Car Order Management
Automotive
- Implemented ITIL in the Car Order Management area
- Defined consistent responsibilities and efficient interfaces
- Promoted organizational change to ensure a consistent customer approach ('one face to the customer')
IT Architecture Project Portfolio Coordination
Automotive
- Coordinated a portfolio of over 50 projects in IT architecture (After Sales)
- Improved collaboration within and across departments
- Led a sourcing initiative to develop innovative ideas using a scalable resource pool
Industry experience
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Experienced in Banking and Finance, Automotive, Information Technology, Tourism, Real Estate, and Transportation.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Procurement, Project Management, Legal, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.
Summary
Consultant with over 17 years of experience managing and leading sourcing, project and program management initiatives. My unique combination of program management and IT sourcing consulting skills allows me to support projects comprehensively at every stage of the lifecycle. In addition to traditional industrial and service companies, my clients include IT providers. This holistic approach allows me to act as a ‘bridge’ and ‘translator’ between departments and locations in projects, helping deliver them successfully.
Skills
My Expertise Includes:
- It Sourcing: Leading Sourcing Processes From Rfi Through To Successful Transformation.
- Governance: Establishing Structures And Processes To Successfully Manage And Control Complex Projects, Including Pm Office And The Necessary Committees.
- Provider Audit: Experienced In Designing And Conducting Audits Of Contractual Relationships.
- It Operations: Supporting Several Operations Programs / Transitions (Service Desk, Data Center, Technical Field Service, Workplace Services)
- Project / Program Management: Experience Coordinating Complex International Projects And Programs, With A Focus On Delivering Quick Results (Prince2 Basis).
Languages
Education
WU Wien
Magister of Business Administration · Business Administration · Vienna, Austria
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States
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Michael is based in Vienna, Austria and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).
Michael has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 20 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Lead for Migration to SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Concur, Drafting Managed Service Contract, Drafting and Negotiating IT Template Contract.
Michael's most recent position is Project Lead for Migration to SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Concur at Telecommunications.
In recent years, Michael has worked for Telecommunications, IT service provider, Tourism, and Banks.
Michael is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Automotive, and Information Technology. Michael also has some experience in Real Estate, Tourism, and Healthcare.
Michael is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Procurement, and Project Management. Michael also has some experience in Legal, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.
Michael has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance, Tourism, and Information Technology.
Michael has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Procurement, and Legal.
Michael holds a Master in Business Administration from WU Wien.
The availability of Michael needs to be confirmed.
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