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Julie Prinz
Interim COO
Experience
May 2024 - Sep 2025
1 year 5 monthsInterim COO
Amatum
- Built operations for a newly founded, IHK-certified company in Germany
- Customer-centered development of the online learning platform was central to the setup activities
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 yearSetup operations including service desk
Software Developer Automotive
- Analyzed user behavior and evaluated processes for campaign setup
- Set up a service desk and created a user manual for backend administrators
- The service desk serves as the first point of contact for questions and error messages; new users learn the software through self-study
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
2 yearsStructuring internal processes for a new in-car software application
Software Developer Automotive
- Structured all project-related data and documents by team and workflow
- Built a document management system in Confluence and reorganized workflows in an international, decentralized team
- Increased efficiency in collaboration among all sub-teams and improved the overall team's external image
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021
3 yearsProject management of a building renovation as part of restructuring the real estate portfolio
Insurer
- Acted as liaison between construction management, real estate strategy, communications & change, internal committees, IT, space planning, and relocations
- Provided recommendations for communication and changes to work methods
- Committee work and moderation of conflicts
- Improved internal project communication and external presentation; ensured a smooth construction process with less than 5% budget variance
May 2018 - Present
7 years 9 monthsBusiness Consultant & Owner
juliekatharina
- Independent business consultant with international experience and an excellent track record
- Operating as a freelance consultant under the name juliekatharina
- Past projects range from complex project management and training to workshop facilitation
Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
1 yearDesign Thinking Training to Qualify NGOs for Funding
British Embassy Vietnam
- Conducted a Design Thinking training for 15 representatives of selected NGOs from Vietnam
- Delivered bilingually (English/Vietnamese) by two trainers
- All participants who attended the full training qualified for the British Embassy's funding program
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
2 years 1 monthSenior Consultant
Summer&Co
- 70% client-facing project work for automotive, mobility, and insurance clients
- 30% internal activities to develop feedback culture and team building within the company
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
1 yearFuture Fleet Mobility
Automotive Group
- Analyzed customer needs, trends, and scenarios for Fleet Mobility 2025
- Developed business models for the future fleet business
- Identified and aligned action areas across brands and markets
- Harmonized applications across the group
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
1 yearOptimizing Team Communication Flow
Mobility Provider
- Analyzed communication speed, meeting repeats, and meeting efficiency
- Evaluated new communication channels and reorganized the team by functional roles and circles
- Reduced meeting time by 75%, established clear communication paths, and ensured every task had an owner
Apr 2014 - Dec 2015
1 year 9 monthsManagement Consultant
erlkönig GmbH
- Spent 95% of the time on client projects in the automotive industry
- Spent 5% of the time building an internal Community of Learning with 5–6 interested consultants
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
2 yearsMobility Services Development
Automotive manufacturer
- Benchmark analyses, customer research, and user-centered development of several prototype digital services using Design Thinking and Business Model Canvas
- Structuring the project according to SCRUM
- Selecting the service with the highest customer value and developing this service as a product for end users
Jan 2013 - Sep 2013
9 monthsJunior Product Manager
REVLON
- Based in Barcelona: developed new products for the European market, tested chemical stability, and conducted focus group analyses
- Developed and trialed a special edition to expand the Style Masters brand portfolio
- Incorporated customer feedback into the further development of the product line
Summary
- 10+ years of experience as a project manager
- International experience in small businesses, corporations, and NGOs
- High level of perseverance and strong diplomatic skills
Skills
- Process Analysis And Improvement
- Operational Excellence
- Business Cases
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
AdvancedFrench
IntermediateEducation
Oct 2011 - Jun 2013
University of Barcelona
Master, International Economics · International Economics · Barcelona, Spain
Oct 2008 - Jun 2011
Europa University of Flensburg
Bachelor of Science, International Management · International Management · Flensburg, Germany
Oct 1999 - Jun 2008
Goethe Gymnasium Demmin, Music High School
German secondary school diploma (Abitur) · Demmin, Germany
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Where is Julie based?
Julie is based in Lucerne, Switzerland.
What languages does Julie speak?
Julie speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Intermediate).
How many years of experience does Julie have?
Julie has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Julie has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Julie may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Julie be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Julie would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim COO, Setup operations including service desk, Structuring internal processes for a new in-car software application.
What is Julie's latest experience?
Julie's most recent position is Interim COO at Amatum.
What companies has Julie worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Julie has worked for Amatum, Software Developer Automotive, Insurer, and juliekatharina.
Which industries is Julie most experienced in?
Julie is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Automotive, and Insurance. Julie also has some experience in Education, Government and Public Administration, and Transportation and Logistics.
Which business areas is Julie most experienced in?
Julie is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Human Resources (HR), and Strategy and Planning. Julie also has some experience in Product Development, Operations, and Information Technology (IT).
Which industries has Julie worked in recently?
Julie has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Insurance, and Automotive.
Which business areas has Julie worked in recently?
Julie has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Human Resources (HR), and Strategy and Planning.
What is Julie's education?
Julie holds a Master in International Economics from University of Barcelona and a Bachelor in International Management from Europa University of Flensburg.
What is the availability of Julie?
Julie is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Julie?
Julie's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.
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