Denis Brkljacic

SAP Project Manager

Denis Brkljacic
Zagreb, Croatia

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 1 month
Zagreb, Croatia

SAP Project Manager

Novartis Pharma AG

  • Coordinated and executed key aspects of a large-scale global SAP programs, driving successful outcomes through effective teamwork, strategic planning and proactive problem solving.

  • Dynamic corporate environment.

  • SAP project management

  • SAP Integrations

  • Jira

  • Confluence

  • Cutover Plan

  • Promote to Quality

  • Promote to Production

  • Go-Live

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 1 month
Zagreb, Croatia

Founder, Director

Chordis Consulting d.o.o.

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
2 years
Zagreb, Croatia

Project Manager

Teva Pharmaceuticals

  • Spearheaded the high-impact project for Global R&D sites.

  • ELN systems

  • System validation

  • Pharmaceutical processes

  • International project management

  • Agile methodology

  • Budget planning, monitoring & controlling

  • Leading remote teams in different time zones

  • Data analysis

Jan 2018 - Dec 2022
5 years
Zagreb, Croatia

Senior Project Manager

mStart Plus d.o.o.

  • Manage and maintain end-to-end projects functions to achieve high levels of success.

  • Develop and implement effective strategies to improve process efficiency and attain expected outcomes.

  • Ensure smooth execution of day-to-day operations by overseeing overall procedures.

  • Build and sustain strong professional relationships at all levels to accomplish shared objectives.

  • Spearheaded SAP S/4HANA implementation project inception to completion, whilst utilising SAP Activate methodology.

  • Oversaw all aspects of SAP modules, including FI, CO, MM, SD, IM, PO, and BC.

  • Managed execution of SAP S/4HANA implementation project from initiation to final execution.

  • Administered entire facts of SAP modules, including FI, CO, MM, SD, PO, PP, BC, and ABAP.

  • Delivered guidance and mentorship on all aspects related to Authorisations Consolidation on SAP ECC Platform project by utilising SAP best practices.

  • Provided strategic directions on SAP modules, covering MM, SD, FI, CO, ABAP, HCM, PP, PM, and QM.

  • Spearheaded the implementation as member of project management team.

  • Steered all aspects of the implementation as key member of project management team.

  • Directed team of approx. seven consultants for successful accomplishment of set objectives and completion of project within strict deadlines.

  • Steered all aspects of complex integrations and extensive developments to create win-win situations.

  • Owned control over creation and deployment of Microsoft Azure platform.

  • Managed and maintained complete functions related to project Preparation phase.

  • Co-ordinated with team of four companies for on-time completion of project.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
3 years
Zagreb, Croatia

Senior Project Manager

Vipnet d.o.o.

  • Spearheaded execution of nine large-scale projects from conception to completion within large international corporate environment.
  • Collaborated with 70 cross-company project members to ensure project success.
  • Devised and deployed robust plans and PMI standards to enhance process effectiveness and attain desired results.
  • Developed and maintained strong professional relationships at all levels to accomplish project objectives.
  • Ensured successful execution of nine large-scale projects by administering entire procedures from conception to completion.
Jan 2006 - Dec 2016
11 years
Zagreb, Croatia

Service Delivery Manager / Project Manager

Vipnet d.o.o.

  • Led several key projects within fast-paced corporate environment.
  • Ensured delivery of outstanding services to Telecom Austria Group with focus on achieving maximum satisfaction and retention.
  • Created and implemented robust project procedures in accordance with PMI standards for on-time provision of projects.
  • Drove smooth execution of day-to-day operations through robust management of complete procedures.
  • Ensured prompt identification and resolution of potential issues, whilst maintaining quality services and standards.

Summary

Results-driven and accomplished professional with extensive experience spearheading SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business One projects from conception to completion with keen emphasis on creating win-win situations. Proven track record of providing effective leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams to improve project outcomes and deliverables, whilst developing and implementing strategic management plans. Skilled at developing and implementing best practices to improve process efficiency and achieve desired results. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, combined with ability to strengthen long-term professional relationships at all levels to attain shared objectives.

Skills

  • Project Lifecycle Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Complex Issue Resolution
  • Team Building & Mentorship
  • Process Improvements
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Operational Leadership
  • Effective Communications
  • Relationship Building

Languages

Croatian
Native
English
Advanced
German
Elementary

Education

Faculty of Electrical Engineering & Computing

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Zagreb, Croatia

IIR Management Development

Master of Business Administration, Mini MBA · Business Administration · London, United Kingdom

Certifications & licenses

Prince 2 Foundation Certificate

Axelos

Prince 2 Practitioner Certificate

Axelos

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate

Project Management Institute

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