Christian Schmitt - Operation Manager

Q: Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Frankfurt, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months . Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Operation Manager at Xerof .

Q: What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for Xerof , Dubai Blockchain Center , WorldbitEnerKI , Worldbitsports , and Ottobock AG .

Q: Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Information Technology (IT) , and Food and Beverage . Christian also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense , Energy , and Utility Services .

Q: Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology (IT) , and Finance . Christian also has some experience in Project Management , Supply Chain Management , and Strategy and Planning .

Q: Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance , Information Technology (IT) , and Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology (IT) , and Finance .

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Frankfurt, Germany

Experience

Sep 2025 - Present

6 months

Operation Manager

Xerof

Working within a Swiss-regulated Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) offering institutional-grade crypto-fiat financial solutions
Contributed to on-/off-ramp infrastructure enabling clients to convert between cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies
Supported the rollout of Web3 payments & third-party payment services to streamline crypto operations for businesses
Engaged with AML/KYC / regulatory compliance to ensure operations met Swiss regulatory standards
Assisted in product development or deployment for crypto-backed real estate / luxury goods transactions
Collaborated with institutional and high-net-worth clients to tailor crypto / financial services offerings
Bridged traditional banking and Web3 by reducing frictions in fiat-crypto transactions

Mar 2025 - Present

1 year

Chief of Ecosystem & PMO

Dubai Blockchain Center

Strategic design and implementation of one of MENA’s leading blockchain ecosystems
Development of an institutional-grade platform for Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization across USA, EU, UAE, and Asia
Alignment with global regulatory frameworks (incl. MiCA, MiFID, SEC, VARA, ADGM) and integration of digital asset compliance protocols
Design and oversight of tokenization workflows, smart contract standards, and client delivery models
Full lifecycle management of ecosystem pillars: education, incubation, infrastructure, enterprise onboarding
KYC/AML and reputational risk assessments for all ecosystem partners, startups, and executive teams
Establishment of a scalable onboarding framework for corporates, institutions, and asset managers
Implementation of partner verification processes, background screening and compliance scoring
Development of talent and education programs to build regional Web3 capabilities
Active collaboration with UAE authorities and regulators to foster safe innovation
Ecosystem integration of AI, blockchain, and fintech tools for Smart City and national strategies
Engage in stablecoin project as digital Dirham and gold backed stable token

May 2024 - Present

1 year 10 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Senior Business Manager & Product Manager

WorldbitEnerKI

Start-up development, conception & project management
Development of a comprehensive energy platform for tokenization of electricity and implementation of P2P energy trading
Compliance with MiCA, MiFID II & Market Abuse Regulations
Integration of ESRS (ESG) consulting and data mapping into a single point of truth database to optimize data analysis
Purchase and monetization of excess energy by operating a Bitcoin mining farm (incl. proof of concept)
Integration of AI hardware into the overall concept
Conception and implementation of virtual power plants to stabilize the grid load and efficient energy use
Close cooperation with leading energy and technology companies to develop new market potential
Implementation of innovative financing models to promote energy projects
+20 consultations with specialist departments of energy suppliers
Establishment & conception of Bitcoin mining with EEG offshoots with the utility Mainova
Concept as a Smart City component for the city of Dinslaken

Mar 2024 - Apr 2025

1 year 2 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Senior Business Manager

Worldbitsports

Organizational structure, business management, product management
Compliance with regulatory requirements (KYC/ALM) according to MiCAR for authentication and legalization of token sales as well as market abuse regulations and MiFID II
Development and implementation of the go-to-market strategy for USA, LATAM, East Asia and Europe
Risk and compliance management to ensure the legal and financial security of the project
Fundraising and building strategic partnerships for sustainable growth and international expansion
GoLive in both app stores with comprehensive compliance check
Organization and management of +20 consulting and development meetings with partners and investors
Coordination of project development and marketing to maximize market penetration

Jun 2023 - Feb 2024

9 months

Göttingen, Germany

Head of Turnaround Strategy Modern Workplace

Ottobock AG

Successful management of turnaround strategy development for modern workplace solutions to optimize the working environment in the company
Modernization of the IT infrastructure for a future-proof and efficient use of technologies
Implementation of remote work concepts to increase employee flexibility and productivity
Ensuring IT security in compliance with security standards & close cooperation with the CSO
Implementation of change management measures for the successful introduction of new working methods
Successful implementation of +10 IT projects to improve working conditions
Training of international teams in adapting to the work solutions
Collaboration with IT experts to develop tailor-made solutions for the company's requirements

Mar 2023 - May 2023

3 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Senior Project Manager

Deutsche Bahn AG

Responsibility for the implementation of SAP S/4HANA in the area of materials management and maintenance
Optimizing business processes to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs
Planning and implementation of data migration to ensure a seamless system changeover
Training and support of users to promote acceptance and effective use of the new system
Proactive stakeholder communication to align expectations and ensure a transparent project process
Monitoring the project budget to ensure compliance with financial targets and project objectives
Risk management to identify and mitigate potential project risks
Implementation of +8 process-optimized workflows for the area of materials management

Jan 2022 - Feb 2023

1 year 2 months

Erlangen, Germany

Expert Project Standards & Process Optimization

Defacto GmbH

Management and implementation of various projects in the banking and e-commerce industry with a focus on digitalization & compliance according to BA-IT
Optimization of end-to-end processes through the use of Microsoft Powertools for automation and increased efficiency
Development and implementation of a uniform project standard within the organization to improve project quality and consistency
Introduction of digital workflows to increase process speed and reduce manual work steps
Successful coaching of +15 team members on the application of new technologies and methods
Implementation of RPA solutions to automate +20 routine processes and increase productivity

Oct 2021 - Dec 2021

3 months

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Founder & Product Owner

UAE & Dubai Exploration Tour

Creation of a NoCode concept including white paper
Leading the development team and maintaining MiCA compliance
Implementation of KYC and anti-money laundering processes
Development of DeFi and Gamifi products (Technology Readiness Level 6/7)
Building a Launchpad for the Blockchain Gaming Industry

Apr 2020 - Sep 2021

1 year 6 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Expert ERP, process optimization & project standards

Bechtle Frankfurt GmbH

Overall responsibility for the planning and implementation of the IT rollout for home office employees of the European Central Bank
Planning and implementation of (agile) projects to ensure a smooth rollout
Maintaining and updating the project plan to ensure project transparency and goal achievement
Continuous monitoring of target-actual deviations and implementation of the change request process
Quality assurance of project documents to ensure compliance with high standards
Use of Kanban and optimization of business processes using BPMN to increase efficiency
Successful rollout of over 7,000 devices at the European Central Bank
Improving internal processes to reduce implementation time and increase productivity
Various data center relocations

Apr 2019 - Mar 2020

1 year

Frankfurt, Germany

Expert ERP Process Optimization & Project Standards

Otto ID Solutions GmbH

Digitization of business processes to support Industry 4.0 initiatives and ERP solutions
Implementation of a standardized project management for a customer with 350 users for an Infor LN project
Taking on the role of sub-project manager for process and test management to ensure successful project implementation
Application and management of processes based on BPMN 2.0 for optimization and visualization of workflows
Co-development of a fully digital ambulance as an innovative project to improve emergency care
Introduction of a project management standard that ensured the consistency and efficiency of project execution
Leading and conducting comprehensive tests to ensure quality and minimize project errors
Promoting digital transformation in the healthcare and industrial sectors through tailor-made solutions

Apr 2016 - Mar 2019

3 years

Aschaffenburg, Germany

Overall Project Manager (Aerospace), Sub-Project Manager

C3 Consulting Group

Management and implementation of ERP and BPM projects to optimize business processes
Responsibility for project management and project controlling to ensure goal achievement
Management of the migration of a customer project with over +3500 employees, including comprehensive logistics processes in the aerospace sector
Implementation and optimization of BPMN processes through intelligent process automation
Development of a blockchain-based service manual to improve transparency and traceability
Integration of the WAMAS system into a new ERP system to optimize warehouse management and process efficiency
Successful implementation of a company-wide change management program for a German aerospace supplier
Increasing the efficiency of spare parts logistics and optimizing storage processes for a German manufacturer in special machine construction
Management of ERP implementation and optimization of processes in logistics, purchasing and sales for a German mechanical engineering company; improvement of warehousing through targeted Kanban solution

Jan 2004 - Present

22 years 2 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Management Consultant & Entrepreneur

Freelancer / Self-employed Consultant

Creation of a NoCode concept including white paper
Leading the development team and maintaining MiCAR compliance
Implementation of KYC and anti-money laundering processes
MiFID II & Market Abuse Regulations
Development of DeFi and Gamifi products (Technology Readiness Level 6/7)
Building a Launchpad for the Blockchain Gaming Industry
Private label contracts for chocolate and coffee from Indonesia
End-to-end process for B365 visitor management
Consulting on Blockchain & ESG/Supply Chain topics for investment opportunities together with family offices
Working with Dubai Blockchain Center since 2020 and contributing to the Dubai ecosystem

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Banking and Finance (22 years), Information Technology (22 years), Food and Beverage (22 years), Aerospace and Defense (3 years), Energy (2 years), and Utilities (2 years).

Banking and Finance

Information Technology

Food and Beverage

Aerospace and Defense

Energy

Utilities

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (22 years), Information Technology (22 years), Finance (22 years), Project Management (9.5 years), Supply Chain Management (3 years), and Strategy (2.5 years).

Product Development

Information Technology

Finance

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Strategy

Summary

As an experienced senior business manager, I bring over eight years of expertise in the areas of (IT) project management, process optimization and change management. My professional career is characterized by the management and implementation of demanding IT strategies and digital transformation projects. My core competencies include the introduction of intelligent process automation, blockchain technologies and ERP solutions (Infor LN & SAP) that help companies become more efficient and competitive. I stand for sustainable and innovative solutions. Compliance with MiCA, MiFID II and market abuse rules. Engaged in stablecoin like digital Dirham and gold backed stable token.

Industry experience Business Consulting, Medical Devices, Aerospace, Digital Markets, Banking & Investment, Automotive

I have excellent communication skills and intercultural understanding, which I have successfully applied in international projects. My strengths lie in team leadership, stakeholder management and solution orientation under time pressure. Through my analytical thinking and structured approach, I guarantee targeted and effective results.

Skills

Project Management & Sub-project Management For National And International Projects As Well As Risk Management, Incident Management, Governance & Reporting, Tenders In The Public Sector, Quality Management, Strategy Consulting, Resource Management And Procurement As Well As The Associated Project Controlling Including Signature Authority (Up To 500k), Budget And P/l Responsibility (€15m)
Personnel Management Since 2017 For Up To 10 Int/ext Senior Consultants & Senior Project Managers
Creation & Implementation Of Concepts For Cloud Transformations For Strategy Implementation, Introduction Of Jira, Confluence And Much More
Establishment Of Departments Such As Pmos And Project Governance Structures
Business Process Optimization, Organizational Consulting, Coaching, Reporting & Monitoring Of Operational Activities

Standard Software

Atlassian: Jira, Confluence
Ms Office Products: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Visio, Sharepoint, Ms Project, Skype4business, Powerbi And Powerautomate, Teams
Sap: Mm, R3, S/4 Hana, Information Ln
Others: Dynamics Crm, Mindjet Mindmanager, Pipedrive, Github, Aws, Chainalysis, Starcompliance

Operating Systems

Windows
Macos

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2000 - Jun 2004

Technical University of Mittelhessen

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering · Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering · Germany

Certifications & licenses

Basic Certificate In Project Management (GPM-IPMA)

Integrated Business Processes With SAP ERP (TERP10)

Introduction To SAP HANA Cloud Platform

Quality Management Representative (QMB TÜV)

Quality Management Specialist (QMF TÜV)

Rapid Deployment Of SAP Solutions

SAP: BI 4 Platform Innovation And Implementation

Profile

Created

October 2025

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Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Frankfurt, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Christian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Christian would be well-suited for roles such as: Operation Manager, Chief of Ecosystem & PMO, Senior Business Manager & Product Manager.

What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Operation Manager at Xerof.

What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for Xerof, Dubai Blockchain Center, WorldbitEnerKI, Worldbitsports, and Ottobock AG.

Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Information Technology (IT), and Food and Beverage. Christian also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense, Energy, and Utility Services.

Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology (IT), and Finance. Christian also has some experience in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Strategy and Planning.

Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance, Information Technology (IT), and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology (IT), and Finance.

What is Christian's education?

Christian holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from Technical University of Mittelhessen.

Does Christian have any certificates?

Christian has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: Basic Certificate In Project Management (GPM-IPMA), Integrated Business Processes With SAP ERP (TERP10), and Introduction To SAP HANA Cloud Platform.

What is the availability of Christian?

Christian is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Christian?

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