Senior IT Project Manager | Driving Agile Product Delivery in Complex Corporate Environments
Aktualisiert am 06.08.2025
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IT Project Management
Digital Transformation
Digital Product Management
Stakeholder Management
Interim Management
Team Leadership
Budget Responsibility
Digital Strategy
MVP Development
Market Launch
Product Discovery
Controlled Experiments
Project Turnaround
Public Sector Projects
Mobility Solutions
FinTech
Requirements Engineering
Data Warehouse Projects
Agile Methods
Project Management
Financial Analysis
Lean Six Sigma
Operating Model Design

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Berlin (+500km)
Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
Available for roles anywhere around the globe. 100% customer focus.
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

2 years 6 months
2022-07 - 2024-12

Conception, Market Launch & Management of BVG Muva On-Demand Ridesharing

Product & Strategy Lead WAV Product Discovery Digital Product Management Market Launch ...
Product & Strategy Lead WAV

I conceived the BVG Muva mobility service, secured ?50M in public funding, and led it from initial vision to successful market launch. I held full end-to-end responsibility, combining strategic thinking, agile product development, public procurement, and stakeholder navigation in a complex public sector environment.

  • Product Strategy & Vision
    • Defined product vision, user value proposition, and long-term roadmap
    • Developed rollout and MVP strategy tailored to technical and political constraints
    • Led iterative product discovery, UX testing, and user feedback loops
  • Agile Delivery & Execution
    • Oversaw agile development cycles across cross-functional teams
    • Balanced product goals with regulatory, legal, and operational requirements
    • Embedded UX insights and operational data into iterative improvements post-launch
  • Procurement & Vendor Management
    • Created RFPs (Requests for Proposal) and led multi-stage tender processes
    • Evaluated bids and selected vendors through structured, compliant procedures
    • Negotiated contracts and managed service providers from onboarding through delivery
  • Financial & Quality Control
    • Managed the full ?50M project budget including cost control and ROI tracking
    • Defined and tracked quality KPIs across product and operations
    • Implemented monitoring and escalation processes to ensure service excellence 
  • Stakeholder Alignment
    • Navigated complex public-sector stakeholder environment (BVG, Berlin Senate, partners)
    • Represented the project internally and externally at senior level
    • Secured continuous buy-in and resolved cross-organizational blockers
BVG Muva
Product Discovery Digital Product Management Market Launch Agile Delivery Public Procurement Budget Responsibility UX-Driven Development Vendor Management Stakeholder Engagement Public Sector Transformation
Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe
Berlin
3 years 4 months
2018-03 - 2021-06

Implementation & Scaling of Berlin?s First On-Demand Ridesharing Service

Product & Strategy Lead BerlKönig Product Delivery Vendor Management Market Launch ...
Product & Strategy Lead BerlKönig

 As Product & Strategy Lead for , I was responsible for implementing and scaling Berlin?s first on-demand ridesharing service, based on a concept initiated by BVG?s board and head of digitalisation. Following the initial contract with an external mobility provider, I led the internal BVG delivery across all core workstreams, including infrastructure, marketing, legal, data, and payment, ensuring that BVG fulfilled its responsibilities for a successful launch. 

  • Pre-Launch Activities & Cross-Functional Delivery
    • Translated the strategic vision into an executable rollout plan
    • Established and led a co-located, cross-functional delivery team
    • Introduced agile working practices within BVG's classic structure
    • Led the integration of a new payment service provider, the integration into the journey planner app and the creation of an Azure-based data platform
    • Managed vendor collaboration and ensured fulfilment of BVG's operational obligations
    • Acted as key interface between BVG, the vendor, and selected external stakeholders
  • Scaling & Optimisation
    • Oversaw post-launch operations and performance monitoring
    • Optimised vehicle utilisation by aligning marketing spend with demand
    • Introduced and evaluated discount and voucher strategies to target specific user segments
    • Supported operating model improvements to enhance service stability
  • Strategic Funding & Business Case Development
    • Developed detailed business case for a citywide expansion scenario (>?700M NPV)
    • Created executive presentations for BVG's board and local coalition government to support public funding initiatives
BVG BerlKönig
Product Delivery Vendor Management Market Launch Data-Driven Marketing Business Case Development Operations Management Public Sector Transformation Agile Delivery Digital Product Developmemt
6 months
2017-03 - 2017-08

Acceleration of Product Development / Market Launch of a new Fintech Product

Interim Head of Product Project Turnaround Digital Product Management Market Launch ...
Interim Head of Product

  • Accelerated over four underperforming product teams lacking direction and timeline visibility. 
  • Identified root issues (unclear value props, costly tech stack, no customer testing), restructured teams across Berlin, Sofia & Manila, clarified product vision, coached PMs, and delivered a successful market launch of a new FinTech product. 

Project Turnaround Digital Product Management Market Launch Team Leadership FinTech
Payreto
Berlin
6 months
2016-03 - 2016-08

Project Lead for the Sale of a Corporate Division

M&A Manager Project Management Financial Analysis Stakeholder Management
M&A Manager
  • As project manager, I oversaw the full M&A process, from market sounding and bidder communication to financial modelling and final negotiation.
  • Managed long/short lists, presentations, bid criteria, and due diligence. 
  • Closed a successful sale of a previously loss-making division.  
Merrill Datasite
Project Management Financial Analysis Stakeholder Management
Medium Sized German Property Investment Company
Augsburg
10 months
2015-03 - 2015-12

CRM Target Vision & Agile Rollout for Digital Private Bank

Project delivered as Manager Requirements Engineering Project Management Agile Methods ...
Project delivered as Manager

CRM Target Vision & Agile Rollout for Digital Private Bank (as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Practice)

  • Led core delivery for a Digital Private Bank initiative. 
  • Defined CRM target vision for the Swiss market and global rollout, including opportunity management, storyboards, and wireframes. 
  • Aligned with C-level stakeholders. Drove agile development as Scrum PO and shaped programme planning for CRM, campaigns, and task management.
  • Managed client relationship, P&L, and delivery team.
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Basamiq Atlassian JIRA Atlassian Confluence
Requirements Engineering Project Management Agile Methods Digital Strategy Stakeholder Management Budget Responsibility
7 months
2014-05 - 2014-11

Target Operating Model & Cost Strategy

Lead Consultant Stakeholder Management Financial Analysis Project Management
Lead Consultant

  • Led team and stakeholder management for cost-neutral growth strategy amid regulatory and digital disruption (e.g. T2S, collateral crunch). 
  • Delivered top-down/bottom-up cost driver analysis, defined productivity levers, and developed a Target Operating Model adopted by the CEO.
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Stakeholder Management Financial Analysis Project Management
Financial Institution
Luxemburg
4 months
2013-11 - 2014-02

Multichannel Sales Process Target Vision

Lean Six Sigma FinTech Requirements Engineering ...

  • Defined a future-proof, cost-effective multichannel sales process strategy as part of the bank?s digital transformation. 
  • Mapped key sales processes across call center, branches, and digital channels, assessed maturity levels, and developed a unified target vision for consistent customer experience and operational efficiency. 
  • Key recommendations were adopted into the bank?s official transformation programme.

Lean Six Sigma FinTech Requirements Engineering Digital Strategy Project Management
Retail Bank (Germany)
Munich
1 year
2012-08 - 2013-07

Strategic Opportunity Identification Programme - Multiple Industries (UK & Ireland)

Programme Lead Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy
Programme Lead
  • Led a portfolio of high-impact strategy projects to identify untapped value potential for enterprise clients across sectors. 
  • Delivered five rapid-turnaround, C-suite-level opportunity assessments using internal and market data.
  • Managed diverse project teams and facilitated executive-level alignment. 
  • Insights directly supported client-side value initiatives and fed into long-term strategic decision-making.
Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy
3 Banks and 1 Construction Company
UK & Ireland
6 months
2012-02 - 2012-07

Post-Merger Integration & Operating Model Design ? Distressed Debt Management

Lead Consultant Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy ...
Lead Consultant

  • Led integration of an acquired distressed debt unit, including operating model design and post-merger planning. 
  • Delivered as-is analysis, stakeholder workshops, and transition roadmap. Defined new workflows by client segment and risk profile.
  • The final model was adopted bank-wide for ~30,000 corporate clients and formed the basis for full operational integration. 
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy Operating Model Design
Leading international bank, corporate banking
London
3 months
2011-01 - 2011-03

Core Banking System Implementation ? Credit Administration

Project Manager IT Project Management
Project Manager

Test Management & Delivery Coordination Description:

  • Managed implementation of a new core banking system for corporate credit administration. 
  • Delivered end-to-end test management in a challenging environment (unclear specs, low UX, staff turnover). 
  • Created test plans, defined acceptance criteria, coordinated incident resolution with IT, and developed workarounds for unresolved system limitations to ensure go-live readiness.
  • Project delivered as Consultant in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Temenos T24 Quality Center
IT Project Management
Leading international bank, corporate banking
London
1 year 10 months
2008-06 - 2010-03

Pricing Strategy & System Implementation ? Fuel & Lubricants (Spain & Portugal)

Pricing Analyst & Implementation Consultant Financial Analysis IT Project Management
Pricing Analyst & Implementation Consultant

  • Developed pricing models to improve wholesale margins across Iberian fuel markets. Built Excel-based price calculation logic considering transport, temperature, product types, and elasticity. 
  • Created and tested datasets in SAP Pricing, designed test scripts, and trained end users. 
  • Delivered measurable improvements in margin accuracy through targeted mathematical adjustments.
  • Project delivered as Analyst and later Consultant in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

PROS Pricing SAP SD JIRA TestRail
Financial Analysis IT Project Management
Large independent oil company
London and Madrid
6 months
2005-03 - 2005-08

Helpdesk Integration

IT Project Manager IT Project Management
IT Project Manager

  • I lead a project to integrate IT ticket workflow across five IT-service providers into the IT help desk of a well known German highstreet coffee and lifestyle brand via a standard API.
  • Project Delivered as Trainee to the COO of Fujitsu Services Germany.

IT Project Management
German Coffee and LIfestyle Brand
Düsseldorf

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

1 month
2015-08 - 2015-08

Certified Scrum Product Owner

CSPO, agile42 GmbH, Berlin
CSPO
agile42 GmbH, Berlin
1 month
2009-08 - 2009-08

Certificate in Corporate Finance

Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, London
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, London
1 year 1 month
2006-09 - 2007-09

Management Research

Master of Science, University of Oxford, Oxford
Master of Science
University of Oxford, Oxford
4 years 1 month
2000-09 - 2004-09

International Business and Management

Bachelor, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Bachelor
Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Amsterdam

Position

Position


Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

IT Project Management Digital Transformation Digital Product Management Stakeholder Management Interim Management Team Leadership Budget Responsibility Digital Strategy MVP Development Market Launch Product Discovery Controlled Experiments Project Turnaround Public Sector Projects Mobility Solutions FinTech Requirements Engineering Data Warehouse Projects Agile Methods Project Management Financial Analysis Lean Six Sigma Operating Model Design

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

Agile
Experte
Scrum
Experte
Jira
Experte
Confluence
Experte
Kanban
Experte
Excel
Experte
Microsoft Project
Experte
Tableau
Fortgeschritten
BPMN
Experte
Lean Six Sigma
Fortgeschritten
Wireframing / Storyboarding
Experte
Operating Model Design
Experte
Financial Modeling
Experte

Profile

  • Senior Project Leader & Digital Strategy Consultant with 15+ years? experience leading complex transformation programs across mobility, FinTech, and the public sector. Proven track record in IT project delivery, agile product development (Scrum PO), stakeholder management, and international team leadership. Expert in launching digital products, restructuring teams, and turning around failed initiatives. Available for high-responsibility freelance roles onsite, hybrid or remote.
  • I?m passionate about building products customers truly love. I focus on what stands between you and real outcomes?like money in the bank?and remove the obstacles in your way. My specialty is clearing roadblocks in complex, technical, or legally challenging environments, a skill honed through leading over 20 projects. No project is too big, too small, or too boring. I roll up my sleeves, get things done, and make sure all your stakeholders are actively involved.


Key Professional Achievements

2023

Launched MaaS offering at 58 stations, improving public metro accessibility for wheelchair users.


2022

Secured MaaS operator via Europe-wide tender; established a new call center.


2021

Conceived, pitched, and secured ?50M in funding for a MaaS offering as entrepreneur-in-residence.


2017

Led a team in Manila, Sofia, and Berlin as interim head of product.


2016

Managed the profitable sale of a property management division with 160 employees.


2015

Delivered a tech vision for a global bank's sales unit, surpassing 24 IT teams.


2013

Led a programme with over 20 corporate strategy projects for Accenture ?diamond? clients


2012

Technical lead for due diligence on a ?20B corporate loan portfolio.


Work Experience

2021 - 2023

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Product & Strategy Lead 

Customer: WAV, Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)


Tasks:

  • As Product & Strategy Lead WAV, I had full end-to-end ownership for development, launch, and optimisation of a new public transport service.
  • I defined strategy, roadmap, and goals, led iterative development based on UX testing and user insights, and secured and managed the ?50M budget and P&L. 
  • I negotiated with the Berlin Senate and suppliers, coordinated all stakeholders, launched the service, and continuously monitored and improved quality post go-live.


2018 - 2021

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Product & Strategy Lead ? BerlKönig

Customer: Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)


Tasks:

  • As Product & Strategy Lead for ?BerlKönig?, a strategic board-level initiative, I had full ownership for launching and scaling Berlin?s first on-demand ridesharing service.
  • I built and led a cross-functional team, introduced agile practices, and drove all core functions?from discovery to data protection and finance to app development, marketing, and business development. 
  • Under my leadership, the service grew to 185 vehicles, achieved over one million rides in its first year, and won several respected mobility industry awards.


2017 - 2018

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Founder & Managing Director

Customer: on request


Tasks:

  • I founded an innovation agency to help companies rapidly bring new products to market. 
  • As interim Head of Product for a 110-FTE fintech, I unblocked a stalled pipeline and launched two products, with two more in progress. 
  • I also led a newly funded fintech through its concept phase. 
  • Client acquisition, networking, and continuous learning were also key aspects of my role.


2016 - 2016

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Manager, M&A

Customer: Ritterwald GmbH


Tasks:

  • Led the divestment of a 160-employee real estate company in close collaboration with a senior partner. 
  • Managed the entire structured sales process end-to-end.


2007 - 2016

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Strategy Consultant

Customer: Accenture GmbH


Tasks:

  • Over eight years, I advanced from Analyst to Manager in Accenture?s Strategy consulting practice. 
  • I led cross-industry projects (primarily in banking, but also in the public sector and real estate) focused on cost reduction, revenue growth, target operating models, corporate strategy, post-merger integration, and M&A. 
  • A core focus was digitalization: 
    • I developed digital strategies, product roadmaps, and oversaw the full lifecycle from concept to design, build, test, implementation, and operations using agile and waterfall methodologies. 
    • I managed teams of up to 12 people and regularly advised senior stakeholders.


2005 - 2007

Place of Work: Düsseldorf, Germany

Role: Graduate Trainee to the COO

Customer: Fujitsu Services GmbH


2003 - 2003

Place of Work: Leinfelden, Germany

Role: Intern to the Product Manager for Measuring Tools

Customer: Robert Bosch GmbH

Branchen

Branchen

  • Banking
  • Public Transport

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Berlin (+500km)
Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
Available for roles anywhere around the globe. 100% customer focus.
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

2 years 6 months
2022-07 - 2024-12

Conception, Market Launch & Management of BVG Muva On-Demand Ridesharing

Product & Strategy Lead WAV Product Discovery Digital Product Management Market Launch ...
Product & Strategy Lead WAV

I conceived the BVG Muva mobility service, secured ?50M in public funding, and led it from initial vision to successful market launch. I held full end-to-end responsibility, combining strategic thinking, agile product development, public procurement, and stakeholder navigation in a complex public sector environment.

  • Product Strategy & Vision
    • Defined product vision, user value proposition, and long-term roadmap
    • Developed rollout and MVP strategy tailored to technical and political constraints
    • Led iterative product discovery, UX testing, and user feedback loops
  • Agile Delivery & Execution
    • Oversaw agile development cycles across cross-functional teams
    • Balanced product goals with regulatory, legal, and operational requirements
    • Embedded UX insights and operational data into iterative improvements post-launch
  • Procurement & Vendor Management
    • Created RFPs (Requests for Proposal) and led multi-stage tender processes
    • Evaluated bids and selected vendors through structured, compliant procedures
    • Negotiated contracts and managed service providers from onboarding through delivery
  • Financial & Quality Control
    • Managed the full ?50M project budget including cost control and ROI tracking
    • Defined and tracked quality KPIs across product and operations
    • Implemented monitoring and escalation processes to ensure service excellence 
  • Stakeholder Alignment
    • Navigated complex public-sector stakeholder environment (BVG, Berlin Senate, partners)
    • Represented the project internally and externally at senior level
    • Secured continuous buy-in and resolved cross-organizational blockers
BVG Muva
Product Discovery Digital Product Management Market Launch Agile Delivery Public Procurement Budget Responsibility UX-Driven Development Vendor Management Stakeholder Engagement Public Sector Transformation
Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe
Berlin
3 years 4 months
2018-03 - 2021-06

Implementation & Scaling of Berlin?s First On-Demand Ridesharing Service

Product & Strategy Lead BerlKönig Product Delivery Vendor Management Market Launch ...
Product & Strategy Lead BerlKönig

 As Product & Strategy Lead for , I was responsible for implementing and scaling Berlin?s first on-demand ridesharing service, based on a concept initiated by BVG?s board and head of digitalisation. Following the initial contract with an external mobility provider, I led the internal BVG delivery across all core workstreams, including infrastructure, marketing, legal, data, and payment, ensuring that BVG fulfilled its responsibilities for a successful launch. 

  • Pre-Launch Activities & Cross-Functional Delivery
    • Translated the strategic vision into an executable rollout plan
    • Established and led a co-located, cross-functional delivery team
    • Introduced agile working practices within BVG's classic structure
    • Led the integration of a new payment service provider, the integration into the journey planner app and the creation of an Azure-based data platform
    • Managed vendor collaboration and ensured fulfilment of BVG's operational obligations
    • Acted as key interface between BVG, the vendor, and selected external stakeholders
  • Scaling & Optimisation
    • Oversaw post-launch operations and performance monitoring
    • Optimised vehicle utilisation by aligning marketing spend with demand
    • Introduced and evaluated discount and voucher strategies to target specific user segments
    • Supported operating model improvements to enhance service stability
  • Strategic Funding & Business Case Development
    • Developed detailed business case for a citywide expansion scenario (>?700M NPV)
    • Created executive presentations for BVG's board and local coalition government to support public funding initiatives
BVG BerlKönig
Product Delivery Vendor Management Market Launch Data-Driven Marketing Business Case Development Operations Management Public Sector Transformation Agile Delivery Digital Product Developmemt
6 months
2017-03 - 2017-08

Acceleration of Product Development / Market Launch of a new Fintech Product

Interim Head of Product Project Turnaround Digital Product Management Market Launch ...
Interim Head of Product

  • Accelerated over four underperforming product teams lacking direction and timeline visibility. 
  • Identified root issues (unclear value props, costly tech stack, no customer testing), restructured teams across Berlin, Sofia & Manila, clarified product vision, coached PMs, and delivered a successful market launch of a new FinTech product. 

Project Turnaround Digital Product Management Market Launch Team Leadership FinTech
Payreto
Berlin
6 months
2016-03 - 2016-08

Project Lead for the Sale of a Corporate Division

M&A Manager Project Management Financial Analysis Stakeholder Management
M&A Manager
  • As project manager, I oversaw the full M&A process, from market sounding and bidder communication to financial modelling and final negotiation.
  • Managed long/short lists, presentations, bid criteria, and due diligence. 
  • Closed a successful sale of a previously loss-making division.  
Merrill Datasite
Project Management Financial Analysis Stakeholder Management
Medium Sized German Property Investment Company
Augsburg
10 months
2015-03 - 2015-12

CRM Target Vision & Agile Rollout for Digital Private Bank

Project delivered as Manager Requirements Engineering Project Management Agile Methods ...
Project delivered as Manager

CRM Target Vision & Agile Rollout for Digital Private Bank (as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Practice)

  • Led core delivery for a Digital Private Bank initiative. 
  • Defined CRM target vision for the Swiss market and global rollout, including opportunity management, storyboards, and wireframes. 
  • Aligned with C-level stakeholders. Drove agile development as Scrum PO and shaped programme planning for CRM, campaigns, and task management.
  • Managed client relationship, P&L, and delivery team.
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Basamiq Atlassian JIRA Atlassian Confluence
Requirements Engineering Project Management Agile Methods Digital Strategy Stakeholder Management Budget Responsibility
7 months
2014-05 - 2014-11

Target Operating Model & Cost Strategy

Lead Consultant Stakeholder Management Financial Analysis Project Management
Lead Consultant

  • Led team and stakeholder management for cost-neutral growth strategy amid regulatory and digital disruption (e.g. T2S, collateral crunch). 
  • Delivered top-down/bottom-up cost driver analysis, defined productivity levers, and developed a Target Operating Model adopted by the CEO.
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Stakeholder Management Financial Analysis Project Management
Financial Institution
Luxemburg
4 months
2013-11 - 2014-02

Multichannel Sales Process Target Vision

Lean Six Sigma FinTech Requirements Engineering ...

  • Defined a future-proof, cost-effective multichannel sales process strategy as part of the bank?s digital transformation. 
  • Mapped key sales processes across call center, branches, and digital channels, assessed maturity levels, and developed a unified target vision for consistent customer experience and operational efficiency. 
  • Key recommendations were adopted into the bank?s official transformation programme.

Lean Six Sigma FinTech Requirements Engineering Digital Strategy Project Management
Retail Bank (Germany)
Munich
1 year
2012-08 - 2013-07

Strategic Opportunity Identification Programme - Multiple Industries (UK & Ireland)

Programme Lead Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy
Programme Lead
  • Led a portfolio of high-impact strategy projects to identify untapped value potential for enterprise clients across sectors. 
  • Delivered five rapid-turnaround, C-suite-level opportunity assessments using internal and market data.
  • Managed diverse project teams and facilitated executive-level alignment. 
  • Insights directly supported client-side value initiatives and fed into long-term strategic decision-making.
Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy
3 Banks and 1 Construction Company
UK & Ireland
6 months
2012-02 - 2012-07

Post-Merger Integration & Operating Model Design ? Distressed Debt Management

Lead Consultant Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy ...
Lead Consultant

  • Led integration of an acquired distressed debt unit, including operating model design and post-merger planning. 
  • Delivered as-is analysis, stakeholder workshops, and transition roadmap. Defined new workflows by client segment and risk profile.
  • The final model was adopted bank-wide for ~30,000 corporate clients and formed the basis for full operational integration. 
  • Project delivered as Manager in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Financial Analysis Project Management Digital Strategy Operating Model Design
Leading international bank, corporate banking
London
3 months
2011-01 - 2011-03

Core Banking System Implementation ? Credit Administration

Project Manager IT Project Management
Project Manager

Test Management & Delivery Coordination Description:

  • Managed implementation of a new core banking system for corporate credit administration. 
  • Delivered end-to-end test management in a challenging environment (unclear specs, low UX, staff turnover). 
  • Created test plans, defined acceptance criteria, coordinated incident resolution with IT, and developed workarounds for unresolved system limitations to ensure go-live readiness.
  • Project delivered as Consultant in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

Temenos T24 Quality Center
IT Project Management
Leading international bank, corporate banking
London
1 year 10 months
2008-06 - 2010-03

Pricing Strategy & System Implementation ? Fuel & Lubricants (Spain & Portugal)

Pricing Analyst & Implementation Consultant Financial Analysis IT Project Management
Pricing Analyst & Implementation Consultant

  • Developed pricing models to improve wholesale margins across Iberian fuel markets. Built Excel-based price calculation logic considering transport, temperature, product types, and elasticity. 
  • Created and tested datasets in SAP Pricing, designed test scripts, and trained end users. 
  • Delivered measurable improvements in margin accuracy through targeted mathematical adjustments.
  • Project delivered as Analyst and later Consultant in Accenture's Strategy Consulting Practice.

PROS Pricing SAP SD JIRA TestRail
Financial Analysis IT Project Management
Large independent oil company
London and Madrid
6 months
2005-03 - 2005-08

Helpdesk Integration

IT Project Manager IT Project Management
IT Project Manager

  • I lead a project to integrate IT ticket workflow across five IT-service providers into the IT help desk of a well known German highstreet coffee and lifestyle brand via a standard API.
  • Project Delivered as Trainee to the COO of Fujitsu Services Germany.

IT Project Management
German Coffee and LIfestyle Brand
Düsseldorf

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

1 month
2015-08 - 2015-08

Certified Scrum Product Owner

CSPO, agile42 GmbH, Berlin
CSPO
agile42 GmbH, Berlin
1 month
2009-08 - 2009-08

Certificate in Corporate Finance

Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, London
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, London
1 year 1 month
2006-09 - 2007-09

Management Research

Master of Science, University of Oxford, Oxford
Master of Science
University of Oxford, Oxford
4 years 1 month
2000-09 - 2004-09

International Business and Management

Bachelor, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Bachelor
Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Amsterdam

Position

Position


Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

IT Project Management Digital Transformation Digital Product Management Stakeholder Management Interim Management Team Leadership Budget Responsibility Digital Strategy MVP Development Market Launch Product Discovery Controlled Experiments Project Turnaround Public Sector Projects Mobility Solutions FinTech Requirements Engineering Data Warehouse Projects Agile Methods Project Management Financial Analysis Lean Six Sigma Operating Model Design

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

Agile
Experte
Scrum
Experte
Jira
Experte
Confluence
Experte
Kanban
Experte
Excel
Experte
Microsoft Project
Experte
Tableau
Fortgeschritten
BPMN
Experte
Lean Six Sigma
Fortgeschritten
Wireframing / Storyboarding
Experte
Operating Model Design
Experte
Financial Modeling
Experte

Profile

  • Senior Project Leader & Digital Strategy Consultant with 15+ years? experience leading complex transformation programs across mobility, FinTech, and the public sector. Proven track record in IT project delivery, agile product development (Scrum PO), stakeholder management, and international team leadership. Expert in launching digital products, restructuring teams, and turning around failed initiatives. Available for high-responsibility freelance roles onsite, hybrid or remote.
  • I?m passionate about building products customers truly love. I focus on what stands between you and real outcomes?like money in the bank?and remove the obstacles in your way. My specialty is clearing roadblocks in complex, technical, or legally challenging environments, a skill honed through leading over 20 projects. No project is too big, too small, or too boring. I roll up my sleeves, get things done, and make sure all your stakeholders are actively involved.


Key Professional Achievements

2023

Launched MaaS offering at 58 stations, improving public metro accessibility for wheelchair users.


2022

Secured MaaS operator via Europe-wide tender; established a new call center.


2021

Conceived, pitched, and secured ?50M in funding for a MaaS offering as entrepreneur-in-residence.


2017

Led a team in Manila, Sofia, and Berlin as interim head of product.


2016

Managed the profitable sale of a property management division with 160 employees.


2015

Delivered a tech vision for a global bank's sales unit, surpassing 24 IT teams.


2013

Led a programme with over 20 corporate strategy projects for Accenture ?diamond? clients


2012

Technical lead for due diligence on a ?20B corporate loan portfolio.


Work Experience

2021 - 2023

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Product & Strategy Lead 

Customer: WAV, Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)


Tasks:

  • As Product & Strategy Lead WAV, I had full end-to-end ownership for development, launch, and optimisation of a new public transport service.
  • I defined strategy, roadmap, and goals, led iterative development based on UX testing and user insights, and secured and managed the ?50M budget and P&L. 
  • I negotiated with the Berlin Senate and suppliers, coordinated all stakeholders, launched the service, and continuously monitored and improved quality post go-live.


2018 - 2021

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Product & Strategy Lead ? BerlKönig

Customer: Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)


Tasks:

  • As Product & Strategy Lead for ?BerlKönig?, a strategic board-level initiative, I had full ownership for launching and scaling Berlin?s first on-demand ridesharing service.
  • I built and led a cross-functional team, introduced agile practices, and drove all core functions?from discovery to data protection and finance to app development, marketing, and business development. 
  • Under my leadership, the service grew to 185 vehicles, achieved over one million rides in its first year, and won several respected mobility industry awards.


2017 - 2018

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Founder & Managing Director

Customer: on request


Tasks:

  • I founded an innovation agency to help companies rapidly bring new products to market. 
  • As interim Head of Product for a 110-FTE fintech, I unblocked a stalled pipeline and launched two products, with two more in progress. 
  • I also led a newly funded fintech through its concept phase. 
  • Client acquisition, networking, and continuous learning were also key aspects of my role.


2016 - 2016

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Manager, M&A

Customer: Ritterwald GmbH


Tasks:

  • Led the divestment of a 160-employee real estate company in close collaboration with a senior partner. 
  • Managed the entire structured sales process end-to-end.


2007 - 2016

Place of Work: Berlin, Germany

Role: Strategy Consultant

Customer: Accenture GmbH


Tasks:

  • Over eight years, I advanced from Analyst to Manager in Accenture?s Strategy consulting practice. 
  • I led cross-industry projects (primarily in banking, but also in the public sector and real estate) focused on cost reduction, revenue growth, target operating models, corporate strategy, post-merger integration, and M&A. 
  • A core focus was digitalization: 
    • I developed digital strategies, product roadmaps, and oversaw the full lifecycle from concept to design, build, test, implementation, and operations using agile and waterfall methodologies. 
    • I managed teams of up to 12 people and regularly advised senior stakeholders.


2005 - 2007

Place of Work: Düsseldorf, Germany

Role: Graduate Trainee to the COO

Customer: Fujitsu Services GmbH


2003 - 2003

Place of Work: Leinfelden, Germany

Role: Intern to the Product Manager for Measuring Tools

Customer: Robert Bosch GmbH

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