Simon Kentsch - Product Teamlead HR Transformation

Q: Where is Simon based?

Simon is based in Hildesheim, Germany .

Q: What languages does Simon speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Simon have?

Simon has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Simon has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Simon may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Simon's latest experience?

Simon's most recent position is Product Teamlead HR Transformation at Enercity .

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

In recent years, Simon has worked for Enercity , 50 Hertz , Amedes , HOMAG , and Bunge Ltd. .

Q: Which industries is Simon most experienced in?

Simon is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Healthcare , and Real Estate . Simon also has some experience in Agriculture , Food and Beverage , and Utilities .

Q: Which business areas is Simon most experienced in?

Simon is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Operations , and Project Management . Simon also has some experience in Product Development , Strategy , and Information Technology .

Q: Which industries has Simon worked in recently?

Simon has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Real Estate , and Agriculture .

Q: Which business areas has Simon worked in recently?

Simon has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources , Operations , and Project Management .

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Hildesheim, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2025 - Dec 2026

2 years

Product Teamlead HR Transformation

Enercity

Lead several HR units within the HR department
Focus areas: stakeholder management, leading a team of over 15 direct reports, HR and IT process optimization, IT project management (SAP/Workday), transformation of three HR teams
Digitalization and leadership
Tools: SAP, Workday

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

2 years

Project People Teamlead

50 Hertz

Led an internal project people team, including operational tasks for sourcing and administering project staff
5 direct reports
Focus areas: HR process implementation in SAP, stakeholder management, professional end-to-end processes, continuous improvement, process digitalization
Tool: SAP

Jan 2024 - Sep 2024

9 months

Teamlead Shared Service Center SSC Transformation

Amedes

Managed day-to-day operations of an HR shared service center team from payroll preparation to termination process
Used Scrum/Agile
6 direct reports
Focus areas: team leadership, operational HR execution, process optimization and digitalization with SAP, change management, stakeholder management, process work, AI in HR
Tool: SAP

Jan 2024 - Jun 2024

6 months

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

HOMAG

Central HR contact (end-to-end) for a site
Implemented group works agreements, collaborated with the works council, prepared payroll, managed contracts, recruiting, and restructuring measures
Focus areas: HR process implementation, business partnering, restructuring, stakeholder management, workforce reduction measures
Tool: SAP

Jan 2023 - Dec 2025

3 years

International Talent Manager / HR Manager

Bunge Ltd.

Central HR contact
Designed and implemented a talent management strategy
Supported a plant closure
Focus areas: HR transformation, volume recruiting, international talent management, HR consulting, restructuring
Tool: SAP SuccessFactors

Jan 2023 - Jul 2023

7 months

Change Management/Digitalization Project Manager

Bruderhaus Diakonie

Implementation of a BMS and digitization of related processes
Designing and implementing pilot projects
Internal and external interface function, collaboration with employee representatives
Focus areas: IT project management, stakeholder management, change management, IT/tech process optimization
Tool: b-ite

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 5 months

Founder and Managing Director

Scaleyo HR GmbH

Co-author of the book "Companies on the Edge, 11 Brilliant Ways"
HR service provider and consultant with an SSC team
Regular online and in-person teaching activities

Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

2 years

Founder and Managing Director

Leading Hero GmbH

Idea, concept and implementation of a digital mentor for leaders
Management, talent management, product and business development
Exit: sale of shares after a successful go-to-market phase
Tools: SAP, b-ite, LinkedIn, Workday, Xing, Meta, Microsoft Office 365, Zapier

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021

4 years

Head of Business and HR / Head of Operations

LOFT Holding GmbH

Responsible for operational business and the group headquarters
Leading 30 direct reports
Structuring HR and business processes during expansion
Revenue responsibility of €25 million
Employee development and leadership
Over 25 locations in Germany and 250 employees
Tools: Zoho One, Miro, Mural, Canva, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, webinar and e-learning platforms

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018

4 years

Regional Head of HR / Operations

HYGIA Holding GmbH

Leading 10 direct reports
Revenue responsibility of €10 million

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Healthcare, Real Estate, Agriculture, Food and Beverage, and Utilities.

Professional Services

Healthcare

Real Estate

Agriculture

Food and Beverage

Utilities

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Operations, Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development, and Strategy.

Human Resources

Operations

Project Management

Information Technology

Product Development

Strategy

Summary

Highly qualified HR specialist, Dr. Simon Kentsch combines a holistic view and wealth of experience to provide quick operational relief with a sustainable approach. More than 12 years of professional experience in human resources, including 8 years in leadership positions and 6 years as a consultant.

Skills

Microsoft Office & 365
Zapier
B-ite
Linkedin
Workday
Xing
Meta
Zoho One
Miro
Mural
Canva
Teams
Zoom
Webinar & E-learning Platforms

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Dr. rer. pol., focus: Professional HR Structures / Professional Talent Management · Business Administration, Human Resources

Master of Science, focus: Talent Management · Business Psychology

Certifications & licenses

Commercial Manager (IHK)

IHK

Professional Scrum Master I

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 10

Experience in Professional Services 6.5 y

Avg length 2 y 5 m

Longest experience 6 y 4 m

Expertise

Recent roles Product Teamlead HR Transformation, Project People Teamlead, Teamlead Shared Service Center SSC Transformation

Main industries Professional Services, Healthcare, Real Estate

Main business areas Human Resources, Operations, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

May 2026

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Where is Simon based?

Simon is based in Hildesheim, Germany.

What languages does Simon speak?

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

How many years of experience does Simon have?

Simon has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Simon has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Simon may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Simon be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Simon would be well-suited for roles such as: Product Teamlead HR Transformation, Project People Teamlead, Teamlead Shared Service Center SSC Transformation.

What is Simon's latest experience?

Simon's most recent position is Product Teamlead HR Transformation at Enercity.

What companies has Simon worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Simon has worked for Enercity, 50 Hertz, Amedes, HOMAG, and Bunge Ltd..

Which industries is Simon most experienced in?

Simon is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Healthcare, and Real Estate. Simon also has some experience in Agriculture, Food and Beverage, and Utilities.

Which business areas is Simon most experienced in?

Simon is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Operations, and Project Management. Simon also has some experience in Product Development, Strategy, and Information Technology.

Which industries has Simon worked in recently?

Simon has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Real Estate, and Agriculture.

Which business areas has Simon worked in recently?

Simon has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources, Operations, and Project Management.

What is Simon's education?

Simon holds a Doctorate in Business Administration, Human Resources and a Master in Business Psychology.

Does Simon have any certificates?

Simon has 2 certificates. These include: Commercial Manager (IHK) and Professional Scrum Master I.

What is the availability of Simon?

Simon will be available full-time from May 2026.

What is the rate of Simon?

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