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Thomas Polanski
Last position:
Project Manager & Product Owner – M&A Integration at voxa c/o IC Music and Apparel GmbH
- Project management of the legal and system-side integration of Taschenkaufhaus into the Voxa group: conversion of all contracts, accounts, and system access rights on the defined cutover date
- Migration from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 to 2013: analysis of all existing interfaces, redefinition of processes, and coordinated go-live without interrupting operations
- Integration of the complaints and returns process into MS Dynamics NAV 2013; major process simplification through standardization
- Introduction of a new POS system (Shopify POS) in all stores: requirements analysis, configuration, rollout, and employee training
- Use of n8n automation workflows for data reconciliation between marketplaces and ERP; manual processes significantly reduced
Karl-Heinz Reis
Last position:
Support in the further development of a European IT store service organization (15 countries) at European retail company (discount store)
- Capturing the current processes Incident Management, IT Service Request Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Service Configuration Management (including CMDB)
- Carrying out maturity assessments for these processes based on the ITIL® 4 Maturity Model
- Analyzing the different service value streams based on the ITIL® 4 value stream model
- Agreeing maturity levels for the processes being reviewed
- Developing and approving a roadmap to achieve and measure the respective maturity levels
- Presenting the approach, including milestones, to management for approval
- Managing external service providers in 1st level support
Andreas Fischer
Last position:
Project Manager & Portfolio Owner for Infrastructure (Automotive) at MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH
- Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-WĂĽrttemberg
- Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
- Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
- Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
- Coordination with clients and service providers
- Escalation management, schedule control
- On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers
Tilo Höde
Last position:
Senior Consultant HR / Organizational Development at Future Impact GmbH
- Conceptualization and facilitation of participative workshop formats to develop binding annual goals with management teams
- Development of HR strategies / creation of implementation plans and roadmaps
- Standardization of job and role descriptions as a basis for a global grading framework
- Strategy development in close coordination with the managing directors (including vision & mission)
- Facilitation of multi-stage workshops on strategic alignment
- Development of a rollout plan to anchor the strategic principles in the organization and leadership
- Creation of a compensation framework to implement the Pay Transparency Act, drafting a works agreement, and support with implementation
Milton Bozoky
Last position:
Interim Project Manager at Amazon
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans for the rollout of various MHE systems (e.g., automated forklifts, conveyors) across Amazon’s network, including innovative packaging designs and material innovations.
- Set and coordinated daily milestones with both internal teams and external vendors.
- Ensured continuous alignment among warehouse operations, technical teams, and external partners through regular progress meetings, maintaining complete project transparency.
- Directed comprehensive activities including employee training led by the Learn team, performed detailed machine parts checklists to verify compliance, and monitored setup adherence to safety and operational standards.
- Implemented robust end-to-end testing protocols, monitored key performance indicators, and facilitated a seamless transition from project completion to regular operations with thorough documentation.
Tabish Wani
Last position:
Strategy & Operations Consultant at Freelance
- Strategy and operations consulting covering:
- EBIT Growth
- Manufacturing excellence
- Global operations projects – service level, cash flow, cost reduction, HR transformation
- Restructuring and turnaround strategy – operations, supply chain, manufacturing, procurement
- Digitalization – ERP, business planning, supply chain planning, performance management
Mathias Hammerschmidt
Last position:
Subject Matter Expert at Bayer Bitterfeld GmbH
- SAP S4 HANA implementation: creating process descriptions for a new SAP system environment, system trainings, writing specifications for adjustments in the production control system
Knud Werner
Last position:
Lead Programmer, Architect and Deputy Product Owner at Bundesagentur fĂĽr Arbeit
- Lead programmer, architect and deputy product owner
- Completed transition from zPDV to STEP
- Ensured quality of C++ and Perl sources through automated and manual checks
- Supported resolution of incidents and errors in testing
- Implemented batch for supplementary assignment of payment run numbers
- Implemented batch for distribution of SGB 2 information to the central payment unit
- Supported replacement of Solaris with Linux
- Upgraded gcc from 7.4 to 9.3
- Programmatically generated Makefiles from Borland projects for builds
- Extended funding data with new attribute “internship travel cost indicator”
- Programmatically generated XSD and WSDL files from IDL definitions
- Represented the product owner when needed
- Implemented batch for one-time payment processing
- Developed generator for Liquibase files
- Implemented and maintained regular anonymization of production data
- Supported migration from SLES 12 to SLES 15
- Supported introduction of mutual TLS
- Implemented batch for sending deletion impulses to EDA BE
- Organized script directory structure
- Investigated potential introduction of String-Latin and implemented minimal solution
- Remediated security findings identified by CheckMarx
- Supported PAP recalculations and general change notices
- Converted ERP interfaces from SOAP to REST
- Planned technical and business topics such as register modernization, cash register security, training costs, four-eyes principle
Ines Mannteufel
Last position:
Assistant for Construction Investments at City of Leipzig, Office of Building Management, Project Management Department
- Support for tendering procedures and funding applications
- Processing orders and invoices
- Contract processing and drafting
- Reporting and related controlling
- Cost controlling
- Appointment coordination
- Event preparation and follow-up (e.g. contract award meetings, public events related to the projects)
- Handling inquiries from companies and specialist departments about the respective projects (by phone, in person, and in writing)
- Taking minutes
- Filing and archiving
Hannes Witt
Last position:
intermedix GmbH / CGM Deutschland AG
Rule-based software for managing, planning and delivering marketing materials in the pharmaceutical industry
High performance, high availability
Fullstack, DevOps (CI/CD)
Python, PostgreSQL, Vue.js, TypeScript, Docker, Docker Compose, Nginx
Successfully migrated old Excel-based processes into an optimized product that has been in production since 2024
Alessio Zachariades
Last position:
Founder (Team), CEO, Creative Director: Music and Sound Design at Active Fungus Studios
- Development of story-driven adventure RPGs with innovative dialogue mechanics
- Strategy development for "Games as a Service": themed environments in a subscription model with optional custom-built showcases and interactive story mechanics
- Digitizing customer communication and learning content with maximum engagement and dynamic experience management
- Target audiences: trade fairs and exhibition companies, DAX corporations, public educational institutions
Robert Lange
Last position:
Lead Developer (PHP + JS) Finc / VuFind catalog system at University Library Leipzig
Bernd Fritsche
Last position:
University Lecturer "Agile Project Management/Scrum" at IU International University
- Teaching theory and practice and building competencies for agile project management/SCRUM in the Winter semester 2025/26 module of the dual study program
Andreas Hielscher
Last position:
Project Manager at Bayer AG
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Statistics of experts using SAP
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years (Germany: 23 years)
Position duration
1.8 years (Germany: 3.1 years)
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Operations, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
90% (Germany: 86%)
Master's degree or higher
60% (Germany: 52%)
Certifications per freelancer
4 (Germany: 3)
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Leipzig are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Leipzig using SAP
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
SAP in business systems
SAP is the core system many companies use to run finance, procurement, sales, production, and supply chain work. It often sits at the center of day-to-day operations and connects with other business tools. Strong SAP support keeps processes stable, traceable, and aligned across teams.
Common project work
- SAP S/4HANA migrations and upgrades
- SAP ECC support and change work
- ABAP custom code, forms, and reports
- Finance, logistics, and master data changes
- Interfaces with CRM, analytics, and warehouse tools
What good specialists deliver
Good SAP professionals understand both the system and the business process behind it. They work carefully with configuration, custom development, testing, transport handling, and documentation. They also know how to protect ongoing operations while changes move through test and production landscapes.
Skills around the stack
SAP work often includes ABAP, Fiori, OData services, CDS views, workflow, and integration tools such as SAP PI/PO or SAP BTP services. Specialists may also work with authorization concepts, data migration, and reporting. The best people can explain trade-offs clearly and keep custom solutions maintainable.
When freelance help fits
Freelance SAP expertise is useful when a release is urgent, internal teams are busy, or a change needs specific product knowledge. Companies in Leipzig often need support for shared service centers, manufacturing, logistics, and finance teams that rely on SAP every day. Remote work is common, but workshops, cutovers, and stakeholder sessions may need local presence.
How to choose well
Look for specialists who have delivered similar SAP landscapes, not just general system knowledge. Ask for examples of transport strategy, testing approach, data quality checks, and how they handled business users during change. Strong professionals keep scope tight, document decisions, and make the system easier to support after handover.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about SAP, in one place.
SAP is used to run core business processes such as finance, purchasing, sales, production, and inventory. Many companies also use it for reporting, compliance, and shared process control across departments. A freelancer should understand both the system and the process it supports.
SAP is the broader product family, while SAP ECC and S/4HANA are specific ERP generations within it. ECC is the older landscape many companies still run, and S/4HANA is the newer direction for many modernization projects. A good specialist knows how these environments differ in data model, custom code, and migration effort.
A strong SAP freelancer should be able to translate business needs into workable changes, whether that means configuration, ABAP, integration, or testing support. They should also know how to work in transport-based landscapes and protect live operations. Clear documentation and careful handover are part of the job.
A strong SAP professional often brings ABAP, integration knowledge, data migration experience, and a solid grasp of finance or supply chain processes. For modern user work, Fiori and OData are often important. If the project touches analytics or cloud services, SAP BTP familiarity helps too.
A SAP change can need very different levels of depth depending on the scope. Small support tasks may need one focused specialist, while a migration or rollout usually needs someone who has already handled similar landscapes. The key is relevant delivery experience, not just general years in the field.
SAP is often chosen for complex process control, deep industry fit, and large enterprise landscapes. Oracle and Microsoft systems can be strong alternatives, but the right choice depends on existing architecture, process depth, and integration needs. A freelancer should be able to work within the chosen stack, not try to replace it.
Much SAP work can be done remotely, especially analysis, configuration, ABAP changes, and testing coordination. On-site time can still matter for workshops, cutovers, training, and close contact with business users. In Leipzig, many teams use a mixed setup.
Ask for concrete examples of SAP landscapes they supported, including transport handling, testing, data checks, and user communication. Good specialists can explain why they chose a solution and what they did to keep it stable after go-live. If they speak clearly about business impact, that is usually a strong sign.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects is 106 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 848 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 60% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects are Information Technology (64%), Professional Services (64%), and Manufacturing (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Leipzig, Germany who have used SAP in their recent projects are Information Technology (86%), Operations (86%), and Project Management (86%).
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