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Filip Kulka

Project Manager & Senior Business Consultant

Filip Kulka
Prague, Czech Republic

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 3 months

Project Manager & Senior Business Consultant

Deepview s.r.o.

  • Led high-impact projects related to IT implementations, business process optimization, and organizational change management (e.g. NASDAQ listed US retail company)

  • Providing strategic insights and leadership throughout the project lifecycle

  • Leading the preparation and management of both public and private tenders, including crafting RFPs, evaluating vendor proposals, and guiding clients through the selection process to ensure the best fit for their business needs (e.g. ELI ERIC)

  • Driving change management, helping clients navigate transitions by developing communication plans, training programs, and stakeholder engagement strategies

  • Collaborating with C-suite executives to ensure alignment between IT projects and organizational strategic goals

  • Received the senior project manager role to take over and realign the data warehouse implementation project for Czech ministry through crisis management, ensuring on-time progress thanks to leading the development and implementation of the project representing the IT department where improved cross-departmental collaboration of IT and other divisions, enhancing overall project delivery.

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023
11 months

Global Project Manager

Aptar

  • Led the global initiative to automate Accounts Payable invoicing processes globally in Aptar Group, supporting standardization in financial operations

  • Defined project scope and requirements; managed the tender and vendor selection

  • Aligned IT architecture with ERP systems and provided regular updates to senior leadership

  • Delivered the initial project preparation stage and prepared the project start phase.

Aug 2021 - Jan 2023
1 year 6 months

Business Process Manager

LEGO Group

  • Led strategic project from scoping through analysis to development of actionable recommendations for process improvements

  • Crafted project strategy and managed the deployment across the organization

  • Coordinated cross-organizational partners and leveraged Agile and LSS methodologies to drive successful project outcomes

  • Utilized business analysis techniques, such as risk assessment and issue analysis, to identify and mitigate potential challenges

  • Facilitated change management initiative within BSO and BPI, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder alignment

  • Delivered a global re-design project for RTR Intercompany processes

  • Successfully delivered the deployment of the Celonis process mining platform in the RTR department.

May 2019 - Jul 2021
2 years 3 months

Transformation Lead for RTR

Carrier

  • Delivered transformation initiatives for 40 EMEA entities; managed 7 teams (60+ people)

  • Oversaw strategic deployment of company initiatives from planning to operations

  • Acted as a change facilitator between business stakeholders and project teams

  • Led digital transformation, project coordination, and process optimization using Agile

  • Implemented standard workflow with MJE automation (AgilePoint, Blue Prism), reducing manual posting by 90%

  • Deployed Blackline task manager and MEC standards, achieving a 20% reduction in monthly workload

  • Implemented standard workflow with MJE automation using AgilePoint and Blue Prism, decreasing manual posting by 90% and supporting document archiving for eSox

  • Implemented Blackline task manager and MEC financial accounting standards with standard threshold policy

  • Achieved overall 20% reduction on a monthly basis by deploying global frequency policy.

Oct 2017 - May 2019
1 year 8 months

Financial reporting specialist

Novartis

  • Focused on finance processes (FI, CO, AA); acted as SME for the overall inventory reporting and product costing policy process; responsible for training, documentation, and cross-entity process standardization

  • Collaborated with local business on establishing an internal center of expertise, challenging the status quo

  • Supported quality improvement of transferred processes from local business using Lean Six Sigma methodology (5S)

  • Drove the CI project and RPA implementation for inventory reporting and costing

  • Designed new standardized reporting for UK entities, used for the whole finance reporting

  • Built a strong error detection system with automated reconciliation, enabling RPA of the process

  • Introduced a new MEC process for the UK with an emphasis on standardization for rolling out to other entities (Lean Six Sigma project).

Nov 2013 - Oct 2016
3 years

VAT and Pricing analyst

Johnson & Johnson

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 Manufacturing (4.5 years), Pharmaceutical (4.5 years), Healthcare (3 years), and Professional Services (2 years).

Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical
Healthcare
Professional Services

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 Project Management (8.5 years), Finance (7.5 years), Accounting (4.5 years), Information Technology (3 years), Strategy (2 years), and Business Intelligence (1.5 years).

Project Management
Finance
Accounting
Information Technology
Strategy
Business Intelligence

Summary

Senior project manager specializing in process and digital transformation with 12+ years of experience. Expert in project management, business process management, transformation and finance. Focus on bridging strategy and execution, with additional emphasis on ESG, CSRD, and sustainability. Lead multinational teams and complex transformation initiatives across public and private sector.

Languages

Czech
Native
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Oct 2006 - Jun 2012

Institute of Hospitality Management

Master’s degree in economics · economics · Prague, Czech Republic

Oct 2002 - Jun 2006

OA Krupkovo náměstí

Graduation · Accounting & Business/Management · Prague, Czech Republic

Certifications & licenses

BABOK Certificate In Business Analysis

CSRD Advanced

Diploma In Environmental, Social And Governance (ESG)

ITIL Foundation

Lean Six Sigma

Prince 2 – Practitioner

SPARX Foundation

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Filip based?

Filip is based in Prague, Czech Republic.

What languages does Filip speak?

Filip speaks the following languages: Czech (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Filip have?

Filip has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Filip has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Filip may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Filip be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Filip would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager & Senior Business Consultant, Global Project Manager, Business Process Manager.

What is Filip's latest experience?

Filip's most recent position is Project Manager & Senior Business Consultant at Deepview s.r.o..

What companies has Filip worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Filip has worked for Deepview s.r.o., Aptar, LEGO Group, and Carrier.

Which industries is Filip most experienced in?

Filip is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Healthcare. Filip also has some experience in Professional Services.

Which business areas is Filip most experienced in?

Filip is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Finance, and Accounting. Filip also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Strategy and Planning, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Filip worked in recently?

Filip has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Filip worked in recently?

Filip has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Finance.

What is Filip's education?

Filip holds a Master in economics from Institute of Hospitality Management.

Does Filip have any certificates?

Filip has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: BABOK Certificate In Business Analysis, CSRD Advanced, Diploma In Environmental, and Social And Governance (ESG).

What is the availability of Filip?

Filip is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Filip?

Filip's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

How to hire Filip?

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