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Finn (Erik) Larsen

Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness)

Finn Larsen
Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 1 month

Senior Program Manager (Offshore Readiness)

Vestas

  • Built a PMO, managed executive stakeholders, and developed robust approach to mitigate risk readying Vestas for growth.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
4 years

Private Adviser

UK-Based Family Fund for Start-Ups

  • Directed reallocation of funds, surpassing 2M euro mark, optimizing financial resources for optimal operational efficiency.
  • Formulated efficient financial models and pitches to raise funds.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019
3 years

Adviser to CIO and PMO Lead

Schlumberger

  • Spearheaded implementation of New Way of Working initiative as PMO Lead, fostering innovation.
  • Expedited productivity by 30% and speed to delivery by 50% through revamping IT organization.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
3 years

Supply Chain Leader (Advisory Centre EY)

EY

  • Steered winning negotiations with vendors and contracts for Nufarm and Schlumberger, optimizing agreements, and fostering cost-effective partnerships.
  • Developed intellectual base for Digital Solution Sets to bring to market.
  • Recognized as PMO/QRM leader for Schlumberger, driving project and quality risk management initiatives.
  • Established new business entity for Digital Supply Chain Consulting spanning 90+ countries in EMEIA.
Jan 2009 - Dec 2015
7 years

Consulting Partner

EY

  • Spearheaded successful completion of SAP transformation programs, ensuring seamless and efficient operations.
  • Co-ordinated execution of SAP and account executive roles for prominent clients including Sikorsky, UTC, Carrier, GE, and Bristol Myers-Squibb.
  • Orchestrated reimplementation of Sikorsky Finance and Costing SAP (DOD, USA) for improved financial processes and developed carve-out strategy and operating model for Sikorsky to establish a pure commercial after-market service organization.
  • Drove establishment of UTC global shared services for HR-Expat program (USA), optimizing human resources processes and services on global scale.
  • Developed business case with Transaction Services and a new operating model and tax model for the industrial spin-off Xylem in Europe (HQ in Italy) during ITT 3 way split.
  • Successfully integrated SAP and Shared Services for Carrier (USA), streamlining business processes and improving overall operational effectiveness.

Summary

Seasoned and outcome-driven executive with comprehensive experience in development, implementation, and management of complex international projects.

Proven success driving transformative initiatives and fostering worldwide growth in consulting, manufacturing, O&G, energy (wind/solar), pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, aeronautics, defense, and rail industries. Recognized for optimizing operational efficiency and achieving outstanding results around the globe. Adept at navigating complex landscapes, forging key partnerships, and adapting to industry trends. Hands-on leadership style inspires teams to exceed expectations. Strategic mindset and commitment to excellence position as valuable asset for organizations seeking visionary leader. Resourceful in strategic planning and execution, aligning business goals with technological solutions to drive process improvements and ROI. Agile in navigating intricacies of international business cultures, fostering alliances that drive global success.

Skills

  • Program & Project Management
  • It & Business Transformation
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Sap Implementation & Improvement
  • Turnaround Growth & Restructuring
  • Leadership & Financial Analysis
  • Global Business Services & Advisory
  • Divestiture, Merger, & Acquisition
  • Risk & Quality Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Operational Efficiency

Languages

Danish
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
...and 1 more

Education

Copenhagen Business School

Master of Science in Economics · Economics · Copenhagen, Denmark

Certifications & licenses

Green Belt

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