Richard Trtanj - Interim Project Manager

Q: Where is Richard based?

Richard is based in Bad Oldesloe, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Richard speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Richard have?

Richard has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Richard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years . Note that Richard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Richard's latest experience?

Richard's most recent position is Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH at Staffbase .

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

In recent years, Richard has worked for Staffbase and Self employed .

Q: Which industries is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense , Media and Entertainment , and Telecommunication . Richard also has some experience in Advertising , Food and Beverage , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Strategy , and Product Development . Richard also has some experience in Project Management , Sales , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense , Media and Entertainment , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in business areas like Strategy , Marketing , and Product Development .

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Bad Oldesloe, Germany

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Experience

Jul 2025 - May 2026

11 months

Chemnitz, Germany

Hybrid

Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH

Staffbase

Managing the regional GTM rollout in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance and Analytics – converting strategy into measurable outcomes
Responsibility for the regional Annual Operating Plan: aligning targets, capacity and investments to meet Net New cARR within Sales & Marketing budgets
Operational excellence across the entire revenue funnel: improving pipeline quality, forecast accuracy, conversion rates and goal achievement through strong governance and data integrity
Design of territory, quota and capacity models; accelerating onboarding and ramp-up times for new sales reps in close collaboration with enablement
Development and continuous improvement of KPI dashboards and quarterly business reviews as a key decision-making tool for regional and global leadership
Translating regional insights into globally scalable GTM processes and best practices – directly contributing to the global commercial operations strategy

Aug 2017 - Apr 2019

1 year 9 months

Hybrid

COO

kreait GmbH

Leading the strategy and project management team; translating business strategies into operational plans and measurable results
Full responsibility for revenue streams of €12M p.a.; leading a core team of 6
Establishing standardized project management frameworks, internal reporting structures and cross-functional collaboration processes
Independent new business acquisition and pitch responsibility; building and maintaining strategic accounts at the decision-maker level

Jan 2013 - Present

13 years 7 months

Hybrid

Chief of Staff | Interim (Project) Manager | Consultant | Marketer

Self employed

Interim Chief of Staff: supporting C-level in strategic and operational topics to bridge gaps and ensure smooth operations (e.g., Sport1, teamX, Fraport)
Strategy development: creating strategies based on analysis to guide marketing activities and transformation initiatives (e.g., Lufthansa, Lufthansa Technik, Telekom, Fraport)
Consumer & Trade Marketing: consulting and project management of consumer and trade activities (e.g., JTI)
Marketing & Sales: managing marketing and sales initiatives to optimize lead generation (e.g., Dornbracht, JTI)
Brand & product development: developing brand identity and product concepts (e.g., Lufthansa Technik, Bosch eBike, VDE)
Product management & development: owning the entire product lifecycle from initial concept to market launch (e.g., Lufthansa, SBB)
Go-to-market execution: implementing end-to-end strategies for launching new products and services (e.g., SBB, Voith Hydro)

Oct 2006 - Dec 2012

6 years 3 months

Switzerland

On-site

Marketing Director / Marketing Manager

JT International

Leading the regional marketing strategy and commercial planning for CEE/DACH – forecasting, trade and retail programs (budget: €6.5M, team: up to 12 people)
Building the entire CRM infrastructure for direct-to-consumer programs: customer segmentation, trigger campaigns, loyalty programs and KPI tracking along the customer journey – adopted as a blueprint for other markets
End-to-end responsibility for sponsorships, events and festivals: strategy, budgeting, execution and KPI measurement
Managing international consumer and trade marketing activities as well as product launches across multiple markets simultaneously

Sep 1996 - Sep 2006

10 years 1 month

Berlin, Germany

On-site

Account Director / Account Manager

I-D Media AG

Managing international projects in ATL, BTL and digital channels for multinational clients (e.g., Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Deutsche Telekom)
Active new business acquisition and pitch responsibility: building strategic accounts from initial contact to long-term client retention at decision-maker level
Leading cross-functional teams (creative, strategy, production, digital) with up to 15 people Development of integrated communication campaigns from concept to performance measurement

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense, Media and Entertainment, Telecommunication, Advertising, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology.

Aerospace and Defense

Media and Entertainment

Telecommunication

Advertising

Food and Beverage

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Product Development, Project Management, Sales, and Business Intelligence.

Marketing

Strategy

Product Development

Project Management

Sales

Business Intelligence

Summary

Strategic Leadership & Transformation | Commercial Operations | Interim Management**

Versatile Strategy & Transformation Consultant with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of strategy, commercial growth and operational execution – across industries in FMCG, mobility, SaaS, technology and media.

Roles & Focus**

Chief of Staff · Consultant · Interim Manager | Strategic consulting, GTM development, transformation programs, digital innovation and project management for B2B and B2C companies Marketing Director · Brand Manager | International consumer and trade marketing programs, commercial planning, product launches and integrated brand strategies for global FMCG companies Account Director · Project Manager | Managing cross-functional teams and complex multi-channel campaigns (ATL/BTL/Digital) for multinational clients

Core Competencies**

GTM strategy & business development · change management & transformation · C-level stakeholder management · commercial operations & revenue · program & project management · operational excellence · digital innovation · interim leadership

Industry Focus**

Mobility · Industry · FMCG · SaaS · Media

Skills

Strengths**

Cross-Industry Experience And Expertise Strategic, Innovative And Creative Thinking Pragmatic Hands-On Mentality Empathetic, Enthusiastic And Communicative

Industry Focus**

Fmcg Mobility Industry Media & Tv

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Jan 1993 - Dec 1995

MTU Friedrichshafen

Industrial clerk · Friedrichshafen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

IMD Executive Certificate

IMD Lausanne

Multimedia Project Manager

Media Akademie, Friedrichshafen

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Aerospace and Defense 13.5 y

Avg length 6 y 5 m

Longest experience 13 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Switzerland)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH, COO, Chief of Staff | Interim (Project) Manager | Consultant | Marketer

Main industries Aerospace and Defense, Media and Entertainment, Telecommunication

Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Product Development

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

November 2022

Last Update

June 2026

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Where is Richard based?

Richard is based in Bad Oldesloe, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Richard speak?

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

How many years of experience does Richard have?

Richard has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Richard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years. Note that Richard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Richard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Richard would be well-suited for roles such as: Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH, COO, Chief of Staff | Interim (Project) Manager | Consultant | Marketer.

What is Richard's latest experience?

Richard's most recent position is Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH at Staffbase.

What companies has Richard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Richard has worked for Staffbase and Self employed.

Which industries is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Media and Entertainment, and Telecommunication. Richard also has some experience in Advertising, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Product Development. Richard also has some experience in Project Management, Sales, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Media and Entertainment, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Marketing, and Product Development.

What is Richard's education?

Richard holds a Doctorate in Industrial clerk from MTU Friedrichshafen.

Does Richard have any certificates?

Richard has 2 certificates. These include: IMD Executive Certificate and Multimedia Project Manager.

What is the availability of Richard?

Richard is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Richard?

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