Saša Bošković-Senior Project Manager / Business+IT Transformation Consultant
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Programme mentoring and advisory support
Credendo
Retained by the client as external advisory anchor following build-up and handover of the programme. I continued to serve as an external mentor/advisor to the internal programme manager, focusing on
- governance,
- risk and dependency management,
- stakeholder alignment,
- delivery discipline and
- change adoption.
Commercial Positioning and Sales Strategy
Credendo – Trade Credit Insurance
Following the merger creating Credendo – Trade Credit Insurance, supported leadership in sharpening commercial positioning and translating strategy into an executable programme.
- Facilitated structured discovery and design workshops using an impact/goal-oriented project planning approach
- Structured a prioritised topic landscape with 16 interconnected areas, translating leadership ambiguity into a work programme with clear ownership, phasing, and dependencies across the commercial system (end-to-end, not only sales)
- Consolidated the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) into deliverable-based packages, including dependencies, phasing, governance logic and an implementation roadmap
- Prepared leadership-ready decision input, visualised complex interdependencies and integrated storytelling and change enablement to support leadership alignment and adoption
- Prepared managers' introduction materials including Leadership Facilitation, Feedback Collection & Escalation Guides for line managers / department heads
- Remote mentoring/coaching of the internal Programme Manager (regular check-ins)
- Ongoing advisory support from a prepaid hour package: governance and decision-making, dependency and risk management, delivery discipline, stakeholder alignment and change adoption
Leadership Development Programme
Markel Insurance SE
Designed and delivered a blended leadership development programme for a heterogeneous manager cohort (first-time to experienced leaders) of 20 managers, including targeted behavioural coaching where needed.
- Designed programme architecture and learning journey aligned to leadership expectations and business goals
- Facilitated kick-off workshop (in-person) and delivered initial interactive online learning modules covering practical leadership tools, communication, delegation, feedback, conflict handling, and decision-making
- Established and moderated a structured peer consultation format ('Experience Circle')
- Delivered one-to-one coaching and mentoring, including LUXXprofile-based reflection and development planning
- Created learning assets and documentation in digital collaboration tools to support practice transfer
- Delivered programme documentation and continuation recommendations for handover; all materials structured for seamless resumption post-reorganisation.
M&A Program Manager – Merger Integration
Credendo
Supported the merger of two sister companies into Credendo – Trade Credit Insurance as external programme manager. Worked with ~70 contributors across functions and locations.
- Set up programme governance based on legal steps and target-state requirements (workstreams, cadence, RAID tracking, decision forums) and prepared steering committee decisions
- Managed integration planning and cross-stream dependencies to ensure business continuity across operations, compliance/legal, finance, ICT and organisational design
- Developed a change strategy based on the Prosci ADKAR framework and supported the OCM in Sponsor and leadership activation, communication, training, and adoption mechanics
- Coordinated process and operating-model alignment across the merged organisation (sales, underwriting, claims, policy management) together with the internal organisational design manager
- Supported the ICT team on the SAP4i target system and assisted operational units in designing and implementing the Policy Transfer Process & Communication
- Supported readiness and cutover coordination; drove issue follow-up to resolution and handover into business-as-usual
- Legal merger completed on schedule; business continuity maintained across all operational and compliance streams throughout integration
Project Manager
MAN Truck & Bus / TRATON Group
Embedded in the ETMS department at MAN (project controlling, process, tools), set up and led the “One PDP” workstream as Project Manager, contributing to TRATON’s modularisation and cross-brand development transformation.
- Set up governance, planning, dependency management and delivery for the One PDP workstream, enabling cross-brand alignment between MAN, Scania, Navistar and VW Truck & Bus
- Owned the Project Management swimlane expertise in MAN’s existing product development process and represented it in designing the future cross-brand target process, including interfaces to the SAFe rollout and value-stream logic
- Created structured process and documentation artefacts that supported cross-brand alignment, stakeholder feedback and enterprise-scale adoption
- Developed, tested, and rolled out a no-code cplace-based alignment and process documentation solution (Citizen Development approach) and continuously improved it
- Designed and facilitated enablement formats, workshops, tutorials, knowledge base and support/helpdesk structures to support adoption
- Operational responsibilities: risk reporting for ongoing major truck projects; digitisation of risk management elements in cplace (creation of a risk module)
- Team development: coached the ETMS manager and facilitated vision/mission and team-alignment workshops – VW team sentiment index improved from ~60 to >82 within one year
Multi-project management
ratioform Verpackungen
Coordination and support of three strategically important projects for a German market leader in transport packaging: 1. VMI Implementation | 2. Goods Allocation Analysis | 3. Workforce Management Rollout
- VMI Implementation: applied ECR/GS1 best practice, facilitated VMI service including forecasting, visual inspections, space requirements and process error summaries; documented project and handed over to operating department in compliance with the SLA
- Goods Allocation Analysis: conducted current-state analysis and interviews, facilitated workshops, compiled change requests, decision templates and quarterly project charter planning
- Workforce Management Rollout: planned and executed the “One Team Logistics” event to support acceptance of the new working-time model; coaching of logistics team leaders
- Delivered workflow/configuration workbook for Tamigo workforce management software including connection to EasySecure time recording
- Coordinated API interface to existing HR software (aventini HR AppBoard); reviewed and documented all processes using Camunda Modeler
- Supported tests (planners/HR/admins), bug tracking, go-live and user support; produced lessons learned documentation Go-live support & user support in the application as well as documentation; lessons learned
Project Trinity
Credendo
Managed a complex cross-border legal merger under three national financial regulators (Belgian BNB, Austrian FMA, Swiss FINMA), coordinating compliance with legal requirements for two subsidiaries of a Belgian insurance group.
- Analysed necessary legal steps (regulatory and corporate filings) in cooperation with the client's legal department and three law firms (Belgium, Austria, Switzerland)
- Developed project plan based on the Legal Steps Plan and coordinated the overall project
- Prepared the business plan for the merging company (strategy, SWOT analysis, business development and financial forecasts including solvency and risk calculations) together with the CEO, CFO, business line managers and risk management specialists
- Supported S&P Global rating application (application preparation, management meeting and rating assignment)
- Managed operational tasks arising before, during and after the merger, including changes in functions, responsibilities, IT systems, processes and rebranding
- Prepared regular progress reports, management updates and decision input for the executive committee and board of directors
- Set up and supported the data room (MS SharePoint) and project collaboration sites (Alfresco)
- Legal merger completed on schedule; business continuity maintained across all operational and compliance streams throughout integration
Project Athena
Arval Deutschland
As part of the migration of a leasing application (fleet >80,000 vehicles), developed and structured requirements for the functional adaptation of the target system, translating business/IT gaps into prioritised delivery items, user stories and migration-readiness artefacts.
- Gap analysis across 28 definition areas finalised and system differences identified
- Translated business and technical input into structured requirements, user stories and acceptance-oriented delivery items to support implementation and migration readiness
- Prepared, facilitated and documented gap sessions with management and technical experts; translated outcomes into specifications and prioritised delivery items
- Completed specifications for development (User Stories/Jira), ensured prioritisation and monitored progress through Kanban until migration readiness
- Mediated between IT development and key users to maintain prioritisation and delivery pace
- Migration completed with all required developments delivered and user acceptance documented prior to cutover
SAP Navision Migration
Altran Deutschland
Rapid-deployment mentoring and training support under a tight four-month migration timeline (SAP to Navision / ABSPRO).
- Supported the IT project manager in initial planning and set-up: team meetings, stakeholder analysis, risk management and project plan maintenance
- Relieved the Finance Process & Documentation Manager of training preparation workload: conducted process interviews, evaluated recordings and produced a manual and video tutorials for Job Controllers in ABSPRO, a customised version of Navision, now called Dynamics 365
Digital Agency
Team23
Addressed the challenge of a strong, years-long growth phase in which customer projects were running out of control, compounded by insufficient management seniority.
- Carried out as-is recording of incoming business and order execution; implemented adjustments in the intake process
- Optimised order intake through improved needs assessment (checklists) and new customer expectation management practices
- Improved cost and effort estimates per project type
- Introduced decision-making bodies and reorganised development teams (Account Teams concept)
- Analysed personality profiles; conducted team motive analysis and introduced motive-oriented leadership; individual coaching and mentoring
Transition & Integration Program
Arval/BNP
Accompanied the merger of two reputable leasing companies (160/280 employees) with a mandate to avoid sales decline, realise the acquisition in a socially responsible way, and respect collective and labour agreements throughout.
- Ensured a successful stabilisation phase throughout the integration period
- Initiated and managed sub-projects: Management TSA, HR and financial systems migration, Legal Merger, New Facility, Datacentre/Network Integration, Rebranding, Process & Product Harmonisation, and Target One Company definition
- Led project management for all Back Office projects (HR and financial systems, legal merger, rebranding) and chaired Back Office Task Force groups (procurement, insurance, business administration, risks)
- Handled risk management and project controlling for the entire programme
- Sales and order situation remained stable, expected synergies were realised, and all legal/contractual conditions were met
KAM remodeling
Unique Personalservice
Reorganised the Key Account Management of a large personnel service provider.
- Performed analysis of team, customer definitions, customer portfolio and sales process; drafted new organisational structure
- Developed an account plan template including reporting
- Prepared Salesforce connection
Counter Carve Out Austria/Switzerland
USG People
Short-engagement (3-month) separation of a service unit from a sold business unit and integration into an existing subsidiary.
- Conducted as-is analysis (real estate, service providers, hardware/software inventory, processes) and defined target structure and processes
- Organised and implemented the transition
- Coached Service Unit Manager during transition
- Successful and timely exit from the Transitional Service Agreement with no business interruptions
CV project / CV campaign '40,000 CVs for Germany'
Unique Personalservice
Created professional, well-formatted CVs in a differentiated layout from the standard system output.
- Explored data structure and system capabilities; developed CV templates and described software customisation requirements
- Tested templates and creation processes
- Campaign implemented successfully as planned
IFO Project - International Front Office
USG People
Requirements analysis for the German subsidiary of a Dutch personnel service provider as part of an international development project.
- Organised and facilitated recurring Show & Tell sessions
- Documented fit/gap across customer, candidate and order areas including associated structures and processes
- Created user stories, conducted grooming sessions and filled the backlog
- Identified, trained and handed over to a business analyst for the next project phase as planned
iPad Agency
USG People
Full-lifecycle development of a mobile personnel recruitment concept for a Dutch personnel service provider — from the initial idea through to implementation. Used prototype and test feedback to validate the solution approach and drive a pragmatic technology decision.
- Covered both IT and business dimensions end-to-end: mockups, process and UI design, database model development, secure software engineering, requirements management (agile) and application testing
- Managed promotion, marketing concept and implementation; recruited and professionally managed/trained mobile recruiters until handover to a business manager
- First approach (HTML with internal provider) failed performance testing; pivoted to iOS development with an external partner — solution successfully adopted and rolled out
Odysseus DE
Arval Deutschland/Arval Nederland
Replacement and implementation of a leasing application with approx. 28,000 leasing objects for the German subsidiary of a French bank, with minimal adjustments in compliance with MaRisk/BaFin requirements.
- Conducted gap analysis, moderated gap sessions and supported a pragmatic solution-scope decision by aligning stakeholders around minimal development and process adaptation
- Implemented change management with the guiding principle of 'adapting the way we work to the way the system works' — including continuous stakeholder persuasion
- Data migration completed successfully
- Complete replacement of the infrastructure and application landscape delivered on time; followed by outsourcing of local IT
- Supported the introduction and training of new processes post-go-live
Interim Management
Confidential
Project & client name confidential. Client experienced a nationwide outflow of personnel caused by a breach of trust by former top managers. Assignment included interim management of a subsidiary (4 locations + payroll centre) and a consulting component.
- Took over the role of IT manager; stabilised IT systems and ensured functionality through to migration and outsourcing
- Conducted recruitment and onboarding of IT staff
- Developed and executed IT landscape renewal plan through to migration
- The advisory part included the assessment and calculation of the damage as well as cooperation with a team of lawyers in preparing the civil action; additionally, searching for usable material on confiscated data carriers (Xways Forensic / Investigator)
Project Bavaria
Smart People Holding
Integration of 6 acquired medium-sized companies including standardisation of processes and software systems.
- Completed as-is analysis and initiated/supported process standardisation, in parallel with the legal merger
- Successfully completed centralisation of financial accounting and IT; prepared migration of front office applications to a target application
- Supported realignment of the sales organisation (including postcode mapping & defining sales territories) and coordination of relocations/office shares
- Introduced SharePoint and a ticketing system (OTRS Helpdesk), including training design, implementation and user manual creation
Project management for Sales
Branchout IT Solutions GmbH
Improved customer approach for complex services (web-based control of infrastructural and technical building services documented by scanning barcodes).
- Advised on the application of project management in sales: project environment/stakeholder analysis, target planning, risk management and trust-building setup
- Developed a new presentation and customer approach format - led to direct acquisition of new customers
Corporate Development
Manpower Equal Treatment GmbH
Built up a new business line and piloted the concept (Manpower Equal Treatment GmbH).
- Business line established and operational
- Comprehensive publicity work resulted in extraordinary press coverage
- Enhanced Manpower's consultative capacities
Corporate Development
Manpower Deutschland GmbH
Built up a Sales Support Team from scratch to support the German Key Accounts growth strategy and develop tools to increase productivity and efficiency.
- Implemented wide-ranging, high-value support for Account Management — boosted sales by >38% and created lasting sales competencies
- Educated Project Management Specialists with successful third-party certification and formed a national PM network
- Improved delivery of tailored, transformative solutions
- Deeper process integration with clients resulted in greater customer satisfaction
Project Management
Manpower Deutschland GmbH
People Soft Financials (PSF). Implemented PSF modules GL, AR, AP and AM, replacing the AS400 financial system DKS. Project management for Germany within the framework of a global programme.
- Go-live achieved despite serious problems and resistance (loss of key resources, acceptance challenges)
- Effective project monitoring kept delays and overall costs within acceptable boundaries
- Improved analytical capabilities from the financial system post-implementation
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Experienced in Banking and Finance, Automotive, Insurance, Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Information Technology.
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Experienced in Project Management, Information Technology, Operations, Human Resources, Finance, and Legal.
Summary
I am a strategic value creator and trusted partner to the corporations I serve - and the right choice when complexity, ambiguity, or transformation require someone who can operate across strategy, delivery, and people simultaneously. Since 2009, I have worked as an independent consultant and project manager across international transformation programmes, mergers and acquisitions, product and IT delivery, and leadership development.
My core strength is connecting what others struggle to integrate: business understanding and technology know-how, strategic direction and delivery discipline, structured requirements and human change dynamics. I build what modern project and transformation professionals need to deliver: not just plans and steering-board slides, but a functioning delivery operating system - covering portfolio logic, governance, planning, stakeholder adoption, change management, and increasingly, AI-enabled ways of working.
I bring a strong people and leadership dimension: trained as a coach and mediator, I work with motivation-based diagnostics (LUXXprofile and Reiss Profile) to support leadership development, team alignment, and conflict resolution - enabling trust and collaboration across functions and seniority levels.
I am a structured facilitator and trainer, experienced in digital collaboration formats, and comfortable working with multinational, cross-time-zone teams. I flex naturally between executive communication, strategy workshops, and detailed delivery management - and I work increasingly with AI-supported methods to accelerate requirements clarification, workshop synthesis, documentation, and solution exploration.
Skills
- Project Management
- Business+It Strategy & Transformation
- Requirements Engineering And Product Discovery
- Workshop Facilitation
- Visualisation And Translation
- Ai-Supported Working Methods
- Coaching And Change Enablement
- Management
- Communication, Leadership & Human Resources Development
- Personality Diagnostics
- Conflict Management
- Conversation Management
- Sales
- Special Methods
- It
- M365 / Ms Office
- Powerpoint
- Excel
- Word
- Visio
- Project
- Teams
- Sharepoint
- Pert Chart Expert 2.6
- Wbs Chart Pro 4.7
- Omniplan
- Omnigraffle Professional
- Sharepoint Designer 2007
- Mindmanager
- Conceptdraw
- Cmaptools
- Ithink 9.1.4
- District 10
- Jira
- Slack
- Trello
- Helpdesk V6
- Otrs Itsm 2.0
- Mac Os X
- Keynote
- Numbers
- Pages
- Camtasia
- Final Cut
- Joomla
- Cplace
- Moodle
- Mural
- Miro
- Slido
- Ai Tools
- Balsamiq Mockups
- X-Ways Forensic/Investigator
Languages
Certifications & licenses
Coaching (univ.)
FU Berlin/ Europäischer Hochschulverbund
IT Service Management (ITIL® 4 Foundation)
PeopleCert/Axelos
LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator
Rasmussen Consulting
LUXXprofile Master
LUXXUnited
Mediator (univ.)
FU Berlin/ Europäischer Hochschulverbund
Project Management Expert (RKW/GPM)
PM-ZERT Nürnberg
Reiss Profile Master
Step4Ward
Scrum Master
iXventiv
Solution Selling® Process & Facilitator training
Sales Performance International EMEA
Statistics
Experience
Global Experience
Expertise
Qualifications
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