Rebekka Brandt - Contract Start-Up Operations Lead

Q: Where is Rebekka based?

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

Q: What languages does Rebekka speak?

Rebekka speaks the following languages: German (Native), Greek (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Rebekka have?

Rebekka has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Rebekka has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months . Note that Rebekka may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Rebekka's latest experience?

Rebekka's most recent position is Contract Start-Up Operations Lead at Self Employed .

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

In recent years, Rebekka has worked for Self Employed and Intersellers / Pluswine .

Q: Which industries is Rebekka most experienced in?

Rebekka is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Media and Entertainment , and Food and Beverage . Rebekka also has some experience in Cosmetics , Arts and Crafts , and Advertising .

Q: Which business areas is Rebekka most experienced in?

Rebekka is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Project Management , and Operations . Rebekka also has some experience in Marketing , Supply Chain Management , and Production .

Q: Which industries has Rebekka worked in recently?

Rebekka has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage , Professional Services , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas has Rebekka worked in recently?

Rebekka has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Business Intelligence , and Supply Chain Management .

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Haar, Germany

Experience

Oct 2023 - Present

2 years 6 months

Contract Start-Up Operations Lead

Self Employed

Delivered both strategic guidance and hands-on operational support to early-stage start-ups focusing on building, implementing, and scaling business processes in operations, product development, e-commerce and management.
Partnered directly with founders to design and execute customized, best-practice solutions, ensuring the optimization and automation of business processes to drive sustainable growth.
Led end-to-end execution of process optimization and organizational development projects, combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement to establish efficient, scalable structures in fast-paced environments.

Oct 2020 - Sep 2023

3 years

Munich, Germany

Head of Operations

Intersellers / Pluswine

Introduced and scaled up all operational processes of an early stage startup, implemented a SQL, Python, Excel WMS/ERP system, and built and managed teams of up to 10 people in purchasing, customer service, fulfilment, and data management.
Managed end-to-end supply chain by coordinating system implementation with the fulfilment centre, setting up best-practice processes, and providing ongoing day-to-day support.
Used operational insights and data to drive strategic business decisions to improve products and supply chain efficiency, reducing fulfilment cost by approximately 0.5 million euros per year.

Jan 2019 - Sep 2020

1 year 9 months

London, United Kingdom

Senior Operations Project Manager

Tangle Teezer

Streamlined the company’s innovation and new product development approach and established an achievable product pipeline.
Introduced tailored and sustainable project management methodologies to work through the full project life cycle, including business case creation, stage gates, and project & launch review.
Facilitated the expansion of the product portfolio by sourcing new suppliers and working closely with existing suppliers to identify new materials and improved manufacturing methods.

Jun 2017 - Dec 2018

1 year 7 months

London, United Kingdom

Senior International Product Project Manager

HelloFresh

Identified process improvement opportunities, developed implementation recommendations, and drove execution in seven markets.
Managed product and business projects through the full project lifecycle from concept to implementation to post-launch analysis, ensuring all targets were met.
Evaluated customer, product, and research data to gain a better understanding of product success, areas of improvement, and value engineering opportunities.

Jan 2017 - May 2017

5 months

London, United Kingdom

Project Manager Brand

Mission Foods

Established the newly created role of project manager and implemented project management structures and processes in a fast-paced, fluid, and entrepreneurial environment.
Led all new product development, improvement, and cost-saving projects to help achieve the company’s ambitious plans to grow the brand in existing and new markets.
Worked closely with factories, contract manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure projects were within scope, time, cost, and in line with quality, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Aug 2015 - Dec 2016

1 year 5 months

London, United Kingdom

Global Project Manager

TATA Global Beverages

Coordinated the introduction and launch of Tetley in Asian markets (China, Malaysia, South Korea), including implementation of new processes and expansion of the supply chain.
Successfully delivered and managed a portfolio of new product development projects from concept to launch, leading cross-functional teams based in the UK, EMEA, Canada, and Asia.
Ensured project delivery met expected business outcomes by using appropriate project management tools, tracking progress against key milestones, and managing gate sign-off.

Oct 2012 - Jul 2015

2 years 10 months

Contract Project Manager

Self Employed

Jan 2009 - Sep 2012

3 years 9 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Team Leader Global Accounts

BCM Kosmetik

Oversaw the three-person global accounts team by supervising all colour cosmetic NPD and EPD projects, building and managing up to 15 accounts of international major and start-up cosmetics brands.
Led a pilot project combining the capability of manufacturing sites in Germany, France, the UK, and Poland to develop and produce a large bath & beauty product range.
Delivered BCM’s largest gift set production (1.2 million units in three months) by managing large cross-functional teams and closely controlling supply chain, production, quality assurance, logistics, and customer interactions.

Feb 2006 - Dec 2008

2 years 11 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Account Executive / Project Manager

TWBA and Leo Burnett

Managed and coordinated national and international ATL, BTL, and trade marketing advertising campaigns for the Swiss market.
Oversaw the development and implementation of a customer’s new corporate identity under extreme time pressure due to an upcoming trade fair.

Aug 2002 - Jan 2006

3 years 6 months

Munich, Germany

Assistant Music Supervisor / Event Manager Trainee

Go4music and Art Concerts

Responsible for music copyright clearance and musical content generation for German films.
Assisted with marketing and ticketing activities for opera and culinary events in Germany.

Sep 1999 - Jul 2002

2 years 11 months

Munich, Germany

Relocation Assistant / Editorial Staff Member

Check Office Management and Wunder Media

Handled administrative formalities with German government agencies for expatriate relocation assignments.
Researched events and generated content for an online event guide.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Food and Beverage, Media and Entertainment, Cosmetics, Arts and Crafts, and Advertising.

Professional Services

Food and Beverage

Media and Entertainment

Cosmetics

Arts and Crafts

Advertising

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Product Development, Project Management, Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and Production.

Product Development

Project Management

Operations

Marketing

Supply Chain Management

Production

Summary

Data-driven Operations & Project Lead with 15+ years experience within FMCG and E-Commerce operations. Developing businesses on an international level from the scratch. Successfully managed innovation, operations and cost-saving projects, as well as implemented, streamlined and scaled up processes. Excellent analytical and organizational mindset, skilled in team building and management, accustomed to adapting quickly to unfamiliar situations and new challenges.

Skills

Data Analysis: Sql, Python, Excel
Data Visualsation: Tableau, Power Point
Erp / Wms: Sap, Jtl, Abas, Etc
Project Management: Click-up, Asana, Notion, Jira, Ms Project, Etc
15+ Years Of Experience In Project And Operational Management, Working With Diverse Teams And Subcontractors
7+ Years Scaling Up Early Stage Start-ups And Streamlining Processes In Established Start-ups
5+ Year Leadership And Line Management Experience

Languages

German

Native

Greek

Advanced

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Aug 2002 - Jul 2005

German Chamber of Commerce

Business Management Degree, Audio Visual Media · Media Business Management · Germany

Sep 1995 - Jul 1999

Dr. Wintrich Realschule

School Diploma: Secondary School Certificate · Secondary School Certificate · Germany

Certifications & licenses

Data Analytics Program (Afa)

Agile Foundation & Practitioner

Prince2 Foundation

APM Project Fundamentals training

CIMSPA Personal Trainer (Level 3)

Qualified SIP Auditor

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 11

Experience in Professional Services 8 y

Avg length 2 y 4 m

Longest experience 3 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, United Kingdom)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Contract Start-Up Operations Lead, Head of Operations, Senior Operations Project Manager

Main industries Professional Services, Food and Beverage, Media and Entertainment

Main business areas Product Development, Project Management, Operations

Qualifications

Certifications earned 6

Profile

Created

October 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Rebekka based?

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

What languages does Rebekka speak?

Rebekka speaks the following languages: German (Native), Greek (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Rebekka have?

Rebekka has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Rebekka has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Rebekka may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Rebekka be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Rebekka would be well-suited for roles such as: Contract Start-Up Operations Lead, Head of Operations, Senior Operations Project Manager.

What is Rebekka's latest experience?

Rebekka's most recent position is Contract Start-Up Operations Lead at Self Employed.

What companies has Rebekka worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Rebekka has worked for Self Employed and Intersellers / Pluswine.

Which industries is Rebekka most experienced in?

Rebekka is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Media and Entertainment, and Food and Beverage. Rebekka also has some experience in Cosmetics, Arts and Crafts, and Advertising.

Which business areas is Rebekka most experienced in?

Rebekka is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Operations. Rebekka also has some experience in Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and Production.

Which industries has Rebekka worked in recently?

Rebekka has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage, Professional Services, and Retail.

Which business areas has Rebekka worked in recently?

Rebekka has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Business Intelligence, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Rebekka's education?

Rebekka attended German Chamber of Commerce for Media Business Management.

Does Rebekka have any certificates?

Rebekka has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Data Analytics Program (Afa), Agile Foundation & Practitioner, and Prince2 Foundation.

What is the availability of Rebekka?

Rebekka is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Rebekka?

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