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Description

Experienced digital and project consultant with over 25 successfully implemented IT and transformation projects for top companies such as Siemens, Datev, and Bosch. Specializing in AI Transformation, requirements analysis, agile project management, and the bridge between business, technology, and UX. I bring teams to their goal: structured, effective, reliable.

Languages

German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Nürnberg (up to 50km), München (up to 50km), Berlin (up to 50km)

WISHLISTS GMBH
SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER / PRODUCT OWNER
E-COMMERCE
August 2023 - July 2025 (1 year and 11 months)
Strategic design and scaling of the Wishlist app from 50,000 to over 1,000,000 active users in the B2C sector
Responsibility for the product vision, strategic goals, and the creation and continuous development of the AI Product Roadmap
Conducting qualitative and quantitative user research and deriving data-driven measures for feature optimization (user interviews, feedback loops, KPI analyses)
Development and testing of innovative UX and UI concepts to increase user engagement, conversion, and shareability
Close, cross-functional collaboration with the founding team, design, development, and marketing to prioritize and implement new product ideas in an agile setup (Scrum / Kanban)
Consulting on business model development, monetization strategies, and platform positioning in the social commerce / app market
Building and maintaining feature sets for app stores, onboarding flows, and community functions to maximize retention and viral spread
Definition and monitoring of relevant KPIs (retention, MAU, feature engagement) for success measurement and prioritization of iterations
Coordination of releases, QA, and go-to-market strategies in close coordination with the founding team
COMX – AI FOR SALES
SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER / PRODUCT MANAGER
SOFTWARE PUBLISHING
September 2022 - June 2025 (2 years and 9 months)
Leadership of an interdisciplinary team of 8 FTEs (developers, designers, product managers) within the internal tool and system landscape
End-to-end responsibility for technical product development, rollouts, and continuous system optimization
Analysis, design, and implementation of scalable AI architectures and process landscapes, with a focus on automation and efficiency improvement
Requirements management in close cooperation with management, sales, and operations (technical & functional)
Modeling and implementation of processes using low-code / no-code platforms such as Make, n8n, Zapier – including API integration, webhooks, and data logic
Introduction and continuous development of internal tools (CRM, reporting, campaign automation, data pipelines, etc.)
Management of IT operations and software rollouts, including testing, change management, and user support
Planning and execution of training measures for departments and stakeholders
Responsibility for IT documentation, data protection (GDPR), and process transparency
UNIVERSITÄT BAMBERG
PRODUCT OWNER / IT PROJECT MANAGER
PUBLIC SECTOR
January 2022 - August 2022 (7 months)
Responsibility for the digital product development of a web-based platform for the prevention and promotion of mental health in organizations (EU-funded research project)
Translation of scientific findings into user-centered digital solutions using agile development methods (Scrum)
Requirements management and close collaboration with scientists, psychologists, and IT teams to define and prioritize user stories, epics, and features
Building and continuous maintenance of the product backlog, including stakeholder coordination, refinement, and release planning
Management of interdisciplinary teams of developers, UX designers, researchers, and pilot users
Conception and implementation of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for iterative piloting in real work contexts
Conducting user research, usability tests, and feedback workshops to derive product strategy decisions
Ensuring data protection and security requirements (GDPR) in the design and operation of the platform
Coordination of technology partners and external service providers, including contract and performance control
Project management including resource management, milestone planning, and reporting to project stakeholders
Creation of functional and technical concepts, process models, and documentation Organization and moderation of regular review and planning meetings for quality assurance and stakeholder involvement