Volker Wiedemann - Scrum Master / Agile Coach

Q: Where is Volker based?

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

Q: What languages does Volker speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Volker have?

Volker has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, Volker has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 5 years and 3 months . Note that Volker may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Volker's latest experience?

Volker's most recent position is Scrum Master / Agile Coach at Bosch Security Systems GmbH .

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

In recent years, Volker has worked for Bosch Security Systems GmbH and Self-employed Business Consultant .

Q: Which industries is Volker most experienced in?

Volker is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Banking and Finance , and Manufacturing . Volker also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense , Government and Administration , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Volker most experienced in?

Volker is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance , Project Management , and Information Technology . Volker also has some experience in Human Resources , Product Development , and Procurement .

Q: Which industries has Volker worked in recently?

Volker has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Banking and Finance , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Volker worked in recently?

Volker has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Project Management , and Quality Assurance .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

1 year

Munich, Germany

Scrum Master / Agile Coach

Bosch Security Systems GmbH

Scrum Master / Agile Coach for an international team developing embedded software
coaching and mentoring the team according to the Scrum Guide
coordinating the team's activities in the cross-departmental SAFe Release Train and dependencies with other Scrum teams
organizing a team event to build team cohesion

Jan 2009 - Present

17 years 3 months

Self-employed Business Consultant

2018–2023: Consultant for BMW AG – Agile Coach leading the agile transformation of two departments, including designing multi-day workshops with executives, organizing and facilitating the workshops, and training in agile practices; outcome: department concept for an agile organization with a new structure, roles, task distribution, work models, and communication channels
2018–2023: Consultant for BMW AG – Agile Coach (Scrum Master) in four projects focused on manufacturing changes, including tracking production KPIs, agile ramp-up and transformation of a team with development tasks, implementing and updating production software in various areas, and updating the company website
2018–2023: Trainer at the BMW Training Academy for agile transformation – trained dozens of employees as Agile Coaches and for certification as Scrum Master and Product Owner at scrum.org; delivered additional training in Kanban, agile requirements engineering, agile project management, and Scaled Scrum
2011–2018: Consultant for BMW AG – project support in IT security, coordinating and developing IT security concepts to address security gaps in five projects
2011–2018: Consultant at BMW Bank GmbH – advised multiple project managers and project teams on the internal IT project standard regarding quality and time management in 15 projects; set up change processes to adapt to requirements
2009–2011: Consultant for Audi AG – led and supported projects in the virtual factory area, managed and controlled the group-wide harmonization of work processes and IT tools, and planned tests for new software versions

Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

4 years

Frankfurt, Germany

Consultant

ALTRAN Technologies GmbH

consulting for Carl Zeiss SMT GmbH: project and quality management in an ongoing project, facilitating regular meetings and workshops, process management and project evaluation according to the Project Excellence model, and training in quality management and project management
consulting for Evobus GmbH: building a department-wide communication structure separating technical and managerial information
consulting for Knorr-Bremse AG: optimizing and standardizing system requirements management in the electronics components department for brake systems
consulting for Mercedes-Benz Group: project management to standardize international procurement systems, connecting the local procurement system to the central system, coordinating involved departments, and conducting tests in Germany, Turkey, and Spain

Jan 2003 - Dec 2006

4 years

Sailauf, Germany

Quality Management Project Lead

Advanced Car Technology Systems GmbH & Co. KG

strategic and operational quality planning in the development and series ramp-up of automotive supplier parts up to series maturity
participating and facilitating FMEA sessions, creating control plans and quality assurance agreements
conducting supplier evaluations, creating APQP and PPAP/EMPB, and maintaining the IMDS database
statistical test planning for prototype and first sample parts
redesigning and adapting company processes in preparation for ISO/TS 16949 certification; training new process owners across the company

Jan 1996 - Dec 1998

3 years

Germany

Leadership and Training Manager

German Armed Forces

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, Government and Administration, and Information Technology.

Automotive

Banking and Finance

Manufacturing

Aerospace and Defense

Government and Administration

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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

Experienced in Quality Assurance, Project Management, Information Technology, Human Resources, Product Development, and Procurement.

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Information Technology

Human Resources

Product Development

Procurement

Skills

Very Quick To Familiarise With New Topics And Work Independently
Goal- And Solution-oriented Approach
Strong Analytical Skills
Very Good Communication And Facilitation Skills
Keen Sense Of Perception
Reliable In Meeting Deadlines
Strong Organizational Skills And Ability To Simplify Processes
Driving Decisions

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Diploma in Industrial Engineering (FH) · Industrial Engineering

Certifications & licenses

Professional Scrum Master I

SCRUM.org

Contextual Entrepreneur

Contextual Business Coaching GmbH

Data and IT Security Officer

BMW AG

Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, FMEA

APIS Information Technologies GmbH

INQA Coach

Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS)

NLP Master

Marc M. Galal Institute

NLP Practitioner

Marc M. Galal Institute

Project Management Specialist

German Association for Project Management (GPM)

Quality in Projects

BMW AG

Train The Trainer

Marc M. Galal Institute

Value Analysis Part 1

Association of German Engineers (VDI)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Automotive 23 y

Avg length 5 y 9 m

Longest experience 17 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Scrum Master / Agile Coach, Self-employed Business Consultant, Consultant

Main industries Automotive, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing

Main business areas Quality Assurance, Project Management, Information Technology

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 11

Profile

Created

February 2025

Last Update

February 2026

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Where is Volker based?

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

What languages does Volker speak?

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

How many years of experience does Volker have?

Volker has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, Volker has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years and 3 months. Note that Volker may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Volker be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Volker would be well-suited for roles such as: Scrum Master / Agile Coach, Self-employed Business Consultant, Consultant.

What is Volker's latest experience?

Volker's most recent position is Scrum Master / Agile Coach at Bosch Security Systems GmbH.

What companies has Volker worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Volker has worked for Bosch Security Systems GmbH and Self-employed Business Consultant.

Which industries is Volker most experienced in?

Volker is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Banking and Finance, and Manufacturing. Volker also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense, Government and Administration, and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Volker most experienced in?

Volker is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Information Technology. Volker also has some experience in Human Resources, Product Development, and Procurement.

Which industries has Volker worked in recently?

Volker has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Volker worked in recently?

Volker has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Quality Assurance.

What is Volker's education?

Volker holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering.

Does Volker have any certificates?

Volker has 11 certificates. Among them, these include: Professional Scrum Master I, Contextual Entrepreneur, and Data and IT Security Officer.

What is the availability of Volker?

Volker is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Volker?

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