Joerg Eickler

SAP S/4 Transformation Lead | Certified AI Consultant | Team Coach

Joerg Eickler
Herzogenaurach, Germany

Erfahrungen

Okt. 2022 - Dez. 2024
2 Jahren 3 Monaten
Hybrid

SAP Transformation Advisory and Project Management

Eickler & Company GmbH

• Developed strategic roadmaps for transformational SAP S/4 programs with senior management • Led project initiation and established collaborative structures within an agile framework • Established organisational project management offices and a continuous delivery mindset

Feb. 2020 - Sept. 2022
2 Jahren 8 Monaten
Herzogenaurach, Germany

Head of Transactional Processes

PUMA SE

  • Responsible for the global SAP S/4 Fashion transformation with a total budget of 120m EUR
  • Defined strategic guardrails for a business platform roadmap and built a strong and scalable team
  • Established product oriented and outcome driven delivery mode across IT and business solutions teams
Apr. 2018 - Jan. 2020
1 Jahr 10 Monaten
Herzogenaurach, Germany

Senior Director Business Solutions

adidas Group AG

  • Setting strategic direction through S/4 HANA transformation stream 'One Intelligent Enterprise'
  • Definition of the 'Modern Finance North star' with the Finance department and SAP SE
  • Program Manager of strategic partnership with SAP SE across IT and business functions
  • Staffing and delivery of more than 50 cross functional projects per year with a team of 60+ employees
Okt. 2016 - März 2018
1 Jahr 6 Monaten
Herzogenaurach, Germany

Senior Director Omnichannel

adidas Group AG

  • Achieved higher quality output through successful agile transformation with 120+ employees
  • Building Omnichannel Point of Sales and RFID based capabilities for Russia, US and Europe
  • Upgrade and roll-out of a digital technology stack to more than 2000 stores worldwide
Mai 2014 - Sept. 2016
2 Jahren 5 Monaten
Moscow, Russian Federation

Director Program Management

adidas Group AG

  • Turnaround and acceleration of a state-of-the-art Point of Sales roll-out to 800+ stores in Russia
  • Management of the global project team, vendors and local and global business counterparts
  • Building a successful team by connecting individuals across locations and fostering collaboration
  • Technical stabilization of POS solution to guarantee scalability and readiness for further global roll outs
Juni 2011 - Apr. 2014
2 Jahren 11 Monaten
Hong Kong

Senior Manager

adidas Sourcing Ltd

  • Created supply chain transparency and efficiency by implementing a global logistics platform
  • Responsible Project Manager for CoE-Logistics with an international team of ten internal experts
  • Owning the communication, alignment and strategic project partnering with 3rd Party Logistics provider
  • Status update and alignment with project sponsors and steering board
Feb. 2006 - Juni 2011
5 Jahren 5 Monaten
Germany

Senior Business Consultant

adidas Group AG

  • Drove implementation of a trading concept for Japan and US to optimize trading fees and risk premiums

  • Design and presentation of trading concept towards IT and business stakeholder

  • Identification and specification of local requirements together with global and local business counterparts

  • Secured business continuity by designing a technical-only migration approach of the transition phase

  • Planning and execution of release upgrade with focus on the purchasing and logistics processes

  • Planning and organization of test landscape and detailed cut over plan for go-live

  • Communicating to related projects and other project stakeholders

  • Elaborating business blueprint together with local business, local IT global IT champs

  • Liaise between local and global teams and finding solutions to ensure on time delivery of the project

  • Identification, implementation and testing of China specific requirements with successful go-live

Jan. 2004 - Dez. 2005
2 Jahren
Germany

Internal SAP Consultant

Deere & Company

Zusammenfassung

SAP S/4 Transformation Lead and Certified AI Consultant with 20+ years of experience driving global programs in the Sport & Fashion industry. I specialize in ERP, Supply Chain, Distribution, and Omnichannel processes, combining deep business process knowledge with a strong technology perspective. My expertise lies in leading large-scale SAP S/4 transformations, managing budgets up to €120M, and building scalable, outcome-driven teams. I have a proven track record of delivering complex projects across international markets, including Hong Kong, the US, China, and Japan. Skilled in executive communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership, I ensure alignment between business and IT to achieve strategic goals. Fluent in German and English, I thrive in global environments and bring clarity to complex challenges. Whether it’s optimizing value chains, implementing cutting-edge solutions, or coaching teams for high performance, I deliver impactful results tailored to your needs.

Sprachen

Deutsch
Muttersprache
Englisch
Verhandlungssicher

Ausbildung

Juli 2024 - Dez. 2024

AI Training Institute & TÜV Rheinland

TÜV Certified AI Consultant · AI Consulting

I have successfully completed the AI Consultant Certification, mastering a range of advanced AI technologies and skills critical for integrating AI into business processes. Key technologies and skills:

AI Technologies: oLarge Language Models (LLMs) ogenerative AI ochatbots omultimodal solutions

Technical Skills: oPrompt design oAPI integrations oPython-based generative AI omodel selection and training

Strategic Expertise: oTranslating AI into actionable business strategies to enhance efficiency and unlock new opportunities.

Ethics and Compliance: oAddressing biases, ethics, and olegal aspects for responsible AI implementation.

The certification emphasized hands-on experience, including prototyping, workflow design, and solution implementation, ensuring real-world applicability. A TÜV-endorsed assessment validated my expertise and ability to deliver measurable results.

With these skills, I am equipped to lead AI-driven transformations, leveraging AI to create value, enhance operations, and drive innovation for businesses.

Nov. 2023 - Dez. 2023

MIT Sloan School of Management

Leading Organizations for High-Velocity Performance

Okt. 2022 - März 2023

University of California, Berkeley

Technology and Leadership Program · Berkeley, United States

Zertifikate & Bescheinigungen

Certified AI Consultant

TÜV Rheinland

Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy

MIT Sloan School of Management · Boston, United States

Leading Organizations for High-Velocity Performance

MIT Sloan School of Management · Boston, United States

Technology Leadership Program

University of California, Berkeley · Berkeley, United States