Richard T.-Interim Project Manager
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Experience
Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH
Staffbase
- Managed regional GTM execution in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance and Analytics – translating strategy into measurable results
- Responsible for the regional Annual Operating Plan: aligning goals, capacity and investments to achieve Net New cARR within S&M budgets
- Improved operational excellence across the entire revenue funnel: pipeline quality, forecast accuracy, conversion rates and target achievement through strong governance and data integrity
- Designed territory, quota and capacity models; accelerated onboarding and ramp-up times for new sales employees in close collaboration with Enablement
- Built and continuously developed KPI dashboards and Quarterly Business Reviews as key decision-making tools for regional and global leadership
- Translated regional insights into globally scalable GTM processes and best practices – directly contributing to the global Commercial Operations strategy
COO
kreait GmbH
Led the strategy and project management team; translated business strategies into operational plans and measurable results
Full responsibility for annual revenue streams of 12 Mio. Euro; led a core team of 6 people
Established standardized project management frameworks, internal reporting structures and cross-functional collaboration processes
Independently acquired new clients and led pitches; built and maintained strategic accounts at decision-maker level
Chief of Staff | Interims (Project) Manager | Consultant | Marketeer
Self employed
Interim Chief of Staff: C-level support on strategic and operational topics to bridge capacity gaps and ensure smooth operations (e.g. Sport1, teamX, Fraport)
Strategy development: Developed strategies based on analyses to manage marketing activities and transformation initiatives (e.g. Lufthansa, Lufthansa Technik, Telekom, Fraport)
Consumer & Trade Marketing: Consulting and project management for consumer and trade activities (e.g. JTI)
Marketing & Sales: Managed marketing and sales initiatives to optimize lead generation (e.g. Dornbracht, JTI)
Brand and product development: Developed brand identities and product concepts (e.g. Lufthansa Technik, Bosch eBike, VDE)
Product management & development: Responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from the initial concept to market readiness (e.g. Lufthansa, SBB)
Go-to-market execution: Implemented comprehensive strategies for launching new products and services (e.g. SBB, Voith Hydro)
Marketing Director / Marketing Manager
JT International
Led the regional marketing strategy and commercial planning for CEE/DACH – forecasting, trade programs and retail programs (budget: 6,5 Mio. Euro, team: up to 12 people)
Built the entire CRM infrastructure for direct-to-consumer programs: customer segmentation, trigger campaigns, loyalty programs and KPI tracking throughout 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
Managed international consumer and trade marketing activities as well as product launches across several markets simultaneously
Account Director / Account Manager
I-D Media AG
Managed international projects across ATL, BTL and digital channels for multinational clients (including Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Deutsche Telekom)
Active new business acquisition and pitch responsibility: built strategic accounts from initial contact through long-term client retention at decision-maker level
Led cross-functional teams (creative, strategy, production, digital) of up to 15 people Developed 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.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Product Development, Project Management, Sales, and 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 including FMCG, mobility, SaaS, technology and media.
Roles & Areas of 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 | Management of cross-functional teams and complex multichannel 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 · Industrial · 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 Industrial Media & Tv
Languages
Education
MTU Friedrichshafen
Industrial clerk · Friedrichshafen, Germany
Certifications & licenses
IMD Executive Certificate
IMD Lausanne
Multimedia Projektmanager
Media Akademie, Friedrichshafen
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
Expertise
Qualifications
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Richard is based in Bad Oldesloe, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Richard speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
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.
Based on recent experience, Richard would be well-suited for roles such as: Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH, COO, Chief of Staff | Interims (Project) Manager | Consultant | Marketeer.
Richard's most recent position is Principal Commercial Operations Business Partner DACH at Staffbase.
In recent years, Richard has worked for Staffbase and Self employed.
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.
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.
Richard has recently worked in industries like Aerospace and Defense, Media and Entertainment, and Telecommunication.
Richard has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Marketing, and Product Development.
Richard holds a Doctorate in Industrial clerk from MTU Friedrichshafen.
Richard has 2 certificates. These include: IMD Executive Certificate and Multimedia Projektmanager.
Richard is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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