Microsoft PowerPoint Experts in Hamburg

• Led the planning and coordination of TikTok’s trade-fair presence in Hamburg.
• Translated the project brief into a structured and executable event plan.
• Coordinated timelines, operational requirements and internal and external stakeholders.
• Managed the exhibition stand from preparation through on-site delivery.
• Ensured a consistent brand presentation and smooth execution throughout the event.

• Support for one of the largest logistics service providers in handling ServiceNow tickets in the areas of SAP MDG, Business Partner (BP), customer and supplier master data
• Technical analysis and resolution of tickets through in-depth review of various database tables
• Creation and maintenance of accounting clerks in the system
• Deactivation of company codes using transports
• Carrying out mass changes with LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench)

• Business lead on various digital transformation projects in retail and telecommunication industries
• Organization & process optimization
• Clients: Telefonica, Cyreen, Publicis

• Calculation of attribute importance based on driver analyses
• Interpretation, reporting, and consulting

Migration from Exchange 2016 to Exchange 2019 and Exchange Online, as well as the introduction of a backup solution and an archiving solution. The goal was a secure, compliant, and high-performance modernization of the email and archiving infrastructure.

Responsibilities as IT PROJECT MANAGER: Overall project management and operational control / Ensuring adherence to costs and resources / Ensuring achievement of project objectives / Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and compliance guidelines, including ISMS, ITIL, and data protection regulations / Preparing and delivering management reports for the project sponsors and project committee / Coordinating interdisciplinary teams from Exchange, network, data protection, and IT security / Planning and executing the system migration from Exchange 2016 to Exchange 2019 / Planning and executing the system migration from Exchange 2019 to Exchange Online / Planning and implementing a backup solution for Exchange Online / Coordinating an EU-wide tender for an archiving solution including market analysis with potential vendors / Planning and implementing an archiving solution for Exchange Online / Coordinating and preparing the necessary BAS notifications in the project context / Coordinating and aligning with stakeholders (e.g. business units, external service providers, and suppliers) for requirements definition and implementation

Technical environment: MS Exchange 2016, MS Exchange 2019, MS Exchange Online, MS Office, MS Planner, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Teams

• Financial accounting / general ledger
• VAT
• EC sales list reports
• Z4 reports
• Z5a reports
• Intercompany reconciliations

• Introduced test management with SolMan
• Implemented test automation with TOSCA
• Analyzed, created, and automated test cases
• Built regression test portfolio
• Stakeholder meetings and alignments
• Financial management

• Bridging the Head of Finance position until it was filled again
• Use of SAP R/3
• Hybrid working model
• 10% English

• Poliks – State Police System for information, communication, and case management and other state variants (ViVa, Bravo, customs)
• Developed a test framework for test automation to replace an existing proprietary test client for new developments, focusing on easy maintenance and simple extensibility for new technologies
• Designed the architecture
• Implemented the architecture
• Created a proof of concept by migrating existing test cases into the new test framework
• Platform: C#, .NET, Jira, XRay, Confluence, Playwright, Selenium, UI Automation, Appium, HTML, Git, VMWare, Windows 11, Linux

• Leading the group's transformation program task force on behalf of the CEO and representing the CEO at the sites on operational and transformation executive managerial matters
• Operational & (digital) transformation advisor to the CEO
• Operational stabilisation of the group during a group-wide Operational Excellence and Lean transformation program consisting of process improvement, digitalisation and sourcing consolidation
• Increasing efficiency through automation and AI application in close collaboration with the CIO
• Improvement of the central IT, Finance and HR departments
• Management of the OpEx Teams and advisor to the VP Operational Excellence
• Stakeholder management of shareholders, business entities and employee representatives

• Strategic Transformation & Value Creation: Initiated and implemented a company-wide transformation program to establish a scalable, process-oriented organization. Focus on strategic agility, cost leadership and long-term financial resilience in a volatile market environment.
• Operational Excellence & Digitalization: Introduced digital management tools and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and speed up decision-making. Designed a modern operating model to promote data-driven leadership and transparency across the value chain.
• Finance, Controlling & Performance Management: Built an integrated finance and controlling framework with clear KPI structures to manage profitability, OPEX and cash flow. Developed a rolling forecast model and established robust reporting mechanisms as a basis for strategic decisions at the C-level.
• Working Capital, Liquidity Management & Treasury: Optimized working capital and managed the cash conversion cycle through targeted measures in inventory, receivables and payables management. Established an integrated treasury architecture for active liquidity planning and strengthening financial flexibility.
• Global Integration & ERP Transformation: Led the global harmonization of systems and processes by implementing a scalable ERP platform. Promoted synergies and transparency across borders to strengthen the global finance architecture.
• Growth Strategy, Efficiency Improvement & Executive Sparring: Responsible for designing and implementing group-wide initiatives for cost reduction, efficiency gains and sustainable growth, directly impacting EBITDA and overall financial performance. Worked closely on developing and executing investment strategies, resource allocation and transformation priorities to strengthen long-term competitiveness and return on capital.

• Conducted as-is analysis and assessed the status quo

• Identified required actions and consolidated them into work packages

• Analyzed content management systems

• Reviewed AI tools

• Evaluated and planned data migration

• Prepared a project plan for implementation in four phases

• Identified and communicated project risks

• Tracked status and handled communication

• Developed a solid plan for implementing the website relaunch

• Refined, prioritized, and phased the project scope

• Assessed integration of additional enterprise systems (especially CRM)

• Evaluated potential uses of AI solutions

• Planning, managing, and executing IT projects in network architecture, hybrid cloud solutions, asset management/CMDB implementation, and system hardening (clients, servers, databases)
• Ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards
• Identifying and managing risks and proactively resolving issues
• Collaborating closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved
• Defining and tracking KPIs and progress reports for all project phases