Kai Baum - External Project Lead for LMS SuccessFactors Implementation

Q: Where is Kai based?

Kai is based in Neustadt, Germany .

Q: What languages does Kai speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Kai have?

Kai has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Kai has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months . Note that Kai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Kai's latest experience?

Kai's most recent position is External Project Lead for LMS SuccessFactors Implementation at Accenture/VW AG .

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

In recent years, Kai has worked for Accenture/VW AG , ENGIE , diconium/CONVIDIUS/CARIAD , Krongaard , and GIZ (German Agency for International Cooperation) .

Q: Which industries is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in industries like Education , Information Technology (IT) , and Energy . Kai also has some experience in Chemical , Professional Services , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology (IT) , and Human Resources (HR) . Kai also has some experience in Product Development , Strategy and Planning , and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in industries like Energy , Professional Services , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Project Management , and Information Technology (IT) .

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Neustadt, Germany

Experience

Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

2 months

External Project Lead for LMS SuccessFactors Implementation

Accenture/VW AG

Knowledge transfer in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, consulting on project processes
Project management, effort estimation, resource planning, tracking, quality, and budget
Knowledge transfer in a complex environment to anticipate dependencies
Knowledge transfer on design implementation
Knowledge transfer in global rollout management
Knowledge transfer in HR project management – SAP and SuccessFactors: LMS
Up-skilling training in the form of train-the-trainer concepts
IT/software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors and S/4 HANA), classical and agile project management, learning management, LMS and authoring tools in general, change management, communication, training design

Jun 2023 - Present

2 years 10 months

Germany

Senior SF Consultant Learning and Development

ENGIE

Consulting and project management for an SAP SF rollout of the Learning module at all German locations
Project and change management coordination and communication with the external service provider and all relevant stakeholders
Independent analysis and optimization of relevant processes, interface management, consulting and point of contact for managers regarding the SAP SF rollout
Support in concluding agreements with local works councils
Independent coordination of internal HR transformation processes
IT/software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors), classical and agile project management, learning management, LMS in general, change management, communication

Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

4 months

Senior Consultant Digitalization

diconium/CONVIDIUS/CARIAD

Development and management of communication concept for Degreed and e-learning content providers
Proofreading of all documents (email, news slider, visuals, FAQs, intranet, etc.)
Conducting and preparing consultations / info sessions for Degreed and e-learning content providers
Advising users on appropriate learning content from e-learning content providers
Responding to subject-specific and basic technical inquiries from the inbox
Operating Degreed (e.g., updating pop-ups, uploading course lists, etc.)
Briefing learning professionals in Degreed (e.g., guidelines for video uploads)
Regular exchange with and management of e-learning content providers
Managing the back end of e-learning content providers (mainly Udacity)
Creating and updating terms of use and cookie policies
Creating and updating training materials for using Degreed
Conducting training sessions on using Degreed
Uploading and documenting academy materials in Degreed
Creating reports on the use of Degreed and e-learning content providers
IT/software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors), classical and agile project management, learning management, LMS in general, change management, communication

Sep 2022 - Feb 2023

6 months

External Project Lead for LMS 360Learning Implementation, Use, and Content

Krongaard

Advising on the LMS (capabilities, permission concept, status quo analysis)
Advising on project processes
Project management, effort estimation, resource planning, tracking, quality, and budget
LMS content (analysis and preparation of existing learning materials, effort estimation, and support for the respective departments in content creation)
LMS roll-out strategy, including support for communication and change management strategies
Documentation and implementation of knowledge transfer, train-the-trainer training for key users
IT/software skills (especially 360Learning), classical and agile project management, learning management, LMS and authoring tools in general, change management, communication

Jul 2022 - Mar 2023

9 months

Germany

External support and assistance in tool selection

GIZ (German Agency for International Cooperation)

Advising on the selection and evaluation of authoring tools
Advising on a status quo analysis of the existing IT infrastructure
Advising on training administration
Acting as a sparring partner for specialist departments
Acting as an interface between HR and IT
Advising on the documentation and implementation of knowledge transfer to the client's existing workforce
IT/software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors and S/4 HANA), classical and agile project management, learning management, LMS and authoring tools in general, change management, communication

Jun 2022 - Mar 2023

10 months

Germany

External Project Lead HR and IT Interface

Nord LB

Consulting on the implementation, management and optimization of the Learning and Development platform (LMS) SuccessFactors
Advising on status quo analysis of existing training courses
Consulting on training administration
Acting as a sparring partner for departments
Serving as an interface between HR and IT
Test case creation
Quality and process management
Advising on documentation and implementing knowledge transfer to the client's existing workforce
IT software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors), traditional and agile project management, educational management, LMS in general, change management, communication

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

4 months

Germany

External Project Lead Training & Development - LMS and Authoring Tool

GELITA

Introducing the global LMS using EasyGenerator
Implementing and marketing the global e-learning strategy
Developing and producing e-learning
Designing, developing and supporting the creation of e-learning courses
Methodical and didactic support for departments and in-house academies
Managing academies and ensuring adherence to global standards
Training administration
Subject-matter sparring partner for end users
Acting as an interface between HR, IT and works council
Documenting and transferring knowledge to the existing workforce
IT software skills (especially LMS365 and EasyGenerator), traditional and agile project management, educational management, LMS and authoring tools in general, change management, communication

May 2021 - Apr 2022

1 year

Germany

External Project Lead Training & Development - LMS and HR/Talent Management Training Manager

exyte

Managing and optimizing the Learning and Development platform (LMS) SuccessFactors
Conducting a status quo analysis of existing training courses
Developing training designs and formats (coordination and selection of external providers, advising and choosing training formats, e.g. blended learning, e-learning, classroom training, etc.)
Reviewing and improving training quality
Increasing the attractiveness of learning opportunities, including in a global context
Employee survey
IT software skills (especially SAP SuccessFactors and S/4 HANA), traditional and agile project management, educational management, LMS and authoring tools in general, change management, communication

Oct 2020 - Dec 2020

3 months

Austria

Implementation of a Learning Management System and Design of Blended-Learning Courses

Felbermayr Holding

Business and target group analyses
Determining requirements
Analysis of existing training, courses and educational processes
Creating an individual digital e-learning roadmap
Designing custom, target group-oriented online training (with a tendency toward blended learning)
Implementing a Learning Management System into the current IT infrastructure
Introducing e-learning
Training instructors in LMS and blended-learning
Developing a communication strategy for e-learning rollout
Agile project management, educational management, LMS, AR, IT knowledge, change management, communication

Oct 2020 - Dec 2020

3 months

Design of eLearning Pilot Courses

Rudolf Group

Business and target group analyses
Determining requirements
Analysis of existing training, courses and educational processes
Creating an individual e-learning roadmap
Designing custom, target group-oriented online training (with a tendency toward blended learning)
Agile project management, educational management, LMS, AR, communication

Aug 2020 - Jan 2021

6 months

Design and Implementation of Augmented Reality Trainings for the Service Area

Business and target audience analyses
Identification of action areas, interfaces, and relevant processes
Analysis of existing training, courses, and learning processes
Creation of a customized eLearning roadmap
Conceptualization of customized, audience-oriented online trainings (leaning towards blended learning)
Implementation of augmented reality trainings into existing training and learning processes, including process optimization
Introduction of eLearning and testing of the Totara LMS
Development of a communication strategy for eLearning rollout
Ongoing implementation of a learning management system into the existing IT infrastructure
Agile project management, learning management, LMS, AR, change management, communication

Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

6 months

Support in conceptualizing Train-the-Trainer sessions for an online education provider

Business and target audience analyses
Identification of errors and content gaps during design
Analysis of existing training, courses, and learning processes
Creation of a customized eLearning roadmap
Conceptualization of customized, audience-oriented online trainings (leaning towards blended learning) and optimization of existing materials
Agile project management, learning management, LMS, AR, change management, communication, eLearning authoring tools

Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

6 months

Project lead for multiple teams in developing a holistic crisis management

TCI

Leading 4 teams in parallel (training & coaching, communications, IT digital workplace, and virtual teams)
Strategy development
Creation of offerings, blog posts, social media posts, and webinars
Conceptualization of trainings and marketing campaigns
Internal training sessions and workshops for the teams
Agile project management, change management, communication, crisis management, IT skills

Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

6 months

Introduction of webinars

Analysis of the current IT structure
Selection of suitable software
Implementation of software, instructor training, and evaluation
IT skills, project management, learning management

May 2018 - Dec 2018

8 months

Transformation of face-to-face lectures into a blended learning teaching concept

Analysis of training content
Creation and conceptualization of a blended learning concept
Creation of content using eLearning media
Implementation of a learning management system
Training of instructors and creation of evaluations
Agile project management, change management, communication, IT skills, learning management, LMS, authoring tools, video tools

Jul 2017 - Dec 2019

2 years 6 months

Germany

Head of Training & Learning

BASF

Testing software and its updates
Analyzing the audience for the existing training portfolio, LMS SuccessFactors, and forums
Designing and creating IT trainings tailored to the audience using various media
Change management for new software implementation and support during the rollout
Developing a communication strategy for new software implementation and support during the rollout
Creating the evaluation for the software launch and rollout
Agile project management, change management, communication, crisis management, IT skills, educational management, LMS, authoring tools, video tools

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Testing, Implementation, and Training for Planning Software

Testing various systems
Creating a requirements specification and analyzing the current situation
Analyzing roles, responsibilities, and conditions
Negotiating with different stakeholders
Planning, managing, and controlling software implementation
Training software users
Long-term monitoring and improvement of the software
Agile project management, change management, communication, IT skills, educational management

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Testing, Implementation, and Training for Webinar Software

Testing various systems
Creating a requirements specification and analyzing the current situation
Analyzing roles, responsibilities, and conditions
Negotiating with different stakeholders
Planning, managing, and controlling software implementation
Training software users
Long-term monitoring and improvement of the software
Agile project management, change management, communication, IT skills, educational management

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 Education (7.5 years), Information Technology (7 years), Energy (3 years), Chemical (2.5 years), Professional Services (1.5 years), and Banking and Finance (1 year).

Education

Information Technology

Energy

Chemical

Professional Services

Banking and Finance

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 (13.5 years), Information Technology (13 years), Human Resources (7.5 years), Strategy (1 year), Product Development (1 year), and Operations (0.5 years).

Project Management

Information Technology

Human Resources

Strategy

Product Development

Operations

Summary

Experienced agile project and learning manager with concept development and implementation experience
Extensive experience in training, coaching, change management, and communication
Extensive experience in supporting and carrying out transformation processes
Over 15 years of experience in project management as well as managing learning projects
Many years of leadership and personnel management experience
Designing and conducting training in the field of digital learning (especially in blended learning arrangements)
Extensive project expertise
Consulting experience in industry, SMEs, educational/continuing education institutions, and universities/colleges
Senior Consultant

Skills

Consulting Focus Areas

Agile Project And Learning (Training) Management In Hr And It For (Learning) Software Implementations In The Service, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, And Higher Education/university Sectors Using Agile Methods
Change Management And Communication
Development Of Digital Learning Strategies (Including Lms Structures) As Well As Sales And Marketing Strategies With Augmented Reality (In Cooperation With Partners)
Hrm And People Management As Well As Increasing Learner Motivation

Industries

Service Sector
Consulting
Chemicals / Textile Chemicals
Construction Sector (Construction Machinery)
(Special) Mechanical Engineering
Public Education Sector
Building Technology And Plant Engineering
Food Industry
Banking

Methods And Tools

Agile Project Management, Safe 5
Scrum
Motivation Training
Systemic Learning Support Coach
Training Of Trainers

Technologies And Standard Applications

Lms: Sap Successfactors, Moodle, Openolat, Ilias, Cornerstone, Lms365, 360learning
Software: Ms Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint, Teams)
Jira And Confluence
Project Management Software: Ms Project
Spss
Articulate Rise
Adobe Connect
Powtoon
Easygenerator
Ispring
Canva
Adobe Captivate
Camtasia

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Certified Marketing Specialist · Marketing

University of Applied Management

International Master of Educational Management · Educational Management · Munich, Germany

University of Applied Management

Diploma in Business Psychology · Business Psychology · Munich, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Certified SAFe 5 Agilist

Profile

Created

July 2023

Last Update

January 2026

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Where is Kai based?

Kai is based in Neustadt, Germany.

What languages does Kai speak?

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

How many years of experience does Kai have?

Kai has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Kai has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Kai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Kai be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Kai would be well-suited for roles such as: External Project Lead for LMS SuccessFactors Implementation, Senior SF Consultant Learning and Development, Senior Consultant Digitalization.

What is Kai's latest experience?

Kai's most recent position is External Project Lead for LMS SuccessFactors Implementation at Accenture/VW AG.

What companies has Kai worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kai has worked for Accenture/VW AG, ENGIE, diconium/CONVIDIUS/CARIAD, Krongaard, and GIZ (German Agency for International Cooperation).

Which industries is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in industries like Education, Information Technology (IT), and Energy. Kai also has some experience in Chemical, Professional Services, and Construction.

Which business areas is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Human Resources (HR). Kai also has some experience in Product Development, Strategy and Planning, and Operations.

Which industries has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in industries like Energy, Professional Services, and Construction.

Which business areas has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Project Management, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Kai's education?

Kai holds a Doctorate from Eberhard Karls University, a Master in Educational Management from University of Applied Management and a Bachelor in Marketing.