Katarzyna Furmaniak - Optimization and Project Management

Q: Where is Katarzyna based?

Katarzyna is based in Wrocław, Poland and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Katarzyna speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Katarzyna have?

Katarzyna has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Katarzyna has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 9 months . Note that Katarzyna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Katarzyna's latest experience?

Katarzyna's most recent position is Optimization and Project Management at SCANWAY S.A. .

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

In recent years, Katarzyna has worked for SCANWAY S.A. , SMART - DE Sp. z o.o. , and KF Consulting .

Q: Which industries is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Professional Services , and Metals and Mining . Katarzyna also has some experience in Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Strategy and Planning , and Sales . Katarzyna also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Professional Services , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Strategy and Planning , and Sales .

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Wrocław, Poland

Experience

Apr 2023 - Apr 2025

2 years 1 month

Optimization and Project Management

SCANWAY S.A.

Bid management
Analysis and verification of business requirements
Board advisory
Building and coaching competence teams of 5–80+ persons
Shaping of organization strategy, IT development and execution
Project Management and PMO shaping and development
Building scalable environments that empower teams to deliver exceptional results
Shaping and development of tailored project management frameworks leveraging proper tools and automation (Jira, Tempo, Confluence)
Problem-solving approach
Communication and people-oriented approach
Technology assessment and quotation, PMO, application and service teams
Driving changes: supporting the transformation of the organization to improve processes and efficiency
Budget and KPI setting and execution

Jan 2021 - Present

5 years 2 months

Wrocław, Poland

Business Development and Project Management

SMART - DE Sp. z o.o.

Strategic direction: shaping company mission, vision, and strategies
Budgeting and KPI setting
Building controlling and reporting frameworks
Organizational design: building structures and competence frameworks
Advising the management board on workflow and process optimization, streamlining processes, automation
Shaping and execution of business development strategy, especially in Polish and German speaking countries
Digitalization and automation: supporting the selection of proper tools and implementation
Projects management and bid management
Analysis and verification of business requirements
Shaping and development of PMO
Legal frameworks: ensuring proper contracts, conditions, and compliance
Shaping organization processes and IT workflow execution

Feb 2016 - Dec 2021

5 years 11 months

Business Development and Project Management

KF Consulting

Company strategy creation and execution
Business development, especially in German speaking countries
Bid management
Led and managed complex projects across industrial, IT and investment domains, consistently delivering on time and within budget
Worked closely with international stakeholders to ensure alignment with global standards and strategic objectives
Creating structured, scalable environments that empower teams to deliver exceptional results

Apr 2011 - Dec 2015

4 years 9 months

Poland

Head of Business Development and Project Management

MKM Mansfelder Kupfer und Messing GmbH (KME Group)

Working directly with the management board on organization strategy building and development; reporting directly to the management board in Germany
Negotiating Master Service Agreements and framing Service Level Agreements
New investment project management: opening and execution of the MKM division in Poland, including warehouse
Creating structured, scalable environments that empower teams to deliver exceptional results
Business development in Poland
Budget and KPI setting and execution

Jan 2007 - Mar 2011

4 years 3 months

Head of Business Development and Project Management

HUTMEN S.A.

Working directly with the management board on organization strategy building and development; reporting directly to the management board
New investment and product projects management
Creating structured, scalable environments that empower teams to deliver exceptional results
Enhancing team development based on a people-oriented approach
Team leadership: growing competence-based teams and empowering leaders
Driving changes and building processes
Budget and KPI setting and execution

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 Information Technology (10 years), Professional Services (10 years), Metals and Mining (9 years), and Manufacturing (6 years).

Information Technology

Professional Services

Metals and Mining

Manufacturing

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 (19 years), Strategy (19 years), Sales (10.5 years), Information Technology (5 years), and Product Development (4 years).

Project Management

Strategy

Sales

Information Technology

Product Development

Summary

Seasoned business development and project management leader with experience leading cross-functional initiatives in Industry and IT sector, with 25 years of professional experience. Proven ability to deliver results across diverse sectors by aligning technical execution with strategic goals. Skilled in collaborating with global stakeholders and multicultural teams to drive innovation, efficiency, and ROI. Growing competence-based teams and enhance leaders as servant leader. Adept at transforming concepts into action and streamlining procedures by utilizing team expertise with the appropriate tools and automation processes. I cultivate a team culture built on trust, collaboration and innovation.

Skills

Shaping And Execution Business Development Strategy Especially On The Polish And German Speaking Countries
Projects Management
Analysis And Verification Of Business Requirements
Shaping And Development Of Pmo
Legal Frameworks: Ensuring Proper Contracts, Conditions, And Compliance
Shaping Organization Processes, It Workflow And Execution
Ms Office
Ms Teams
Jira
Confluence
Sap
Ifs
Prezi
Canva

Languages

Polish

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2008 - Jun 2009

Wrocław’s University of Economics

Postgraduate Diploma · International Trade · Wrocław, Poland

Oct 2000 - Jun 2005

University of Wrocław

Master · International Relation · Wrocław, Poland

Certifications & licenses

Coach ICF

Prince 2 Foundation

Profile

Created

November 2025

Last Update

November 2025

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Where is Katarzyna based?

Katarzyna is based in Wrocław, Poland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Katarzyna speak?

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

How many years of experience does Katarzyna have?

Katarzyna has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Katarzyna has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 9 months. Note that Katarzyna may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Katarzyna be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Katarzyna would be well-suited for roles such as: Optimization and Project Management, Business Development and Project Management, Head of Business Development and Project Management.

What is Katarzyna's latest experience?

Katarzyna's most recent position is Optimization and Project Management at SCANWAY S.A..

What companies has Katarzyna worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Katarzyna has worked for SCANWAY S.A., SMART - DE Sp. z o.o., and KF Consulting.

Which industries is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Metals and Mining. Katarzyna also has some experience in Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Katarzyna most experienced in?

Katarzyna is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Strategy and Planning, and Sales. Katarzyna also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) and Product Development.

Which industries has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Katarzyna worked in recently?

Katarzyna has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Strategy and Planning, and Sales.

What is Katarzyna's education?

Katarzyna holds a Master in International Relation from University of Wrocław.

Does Katarzyna have any certificates?

Katarzyna has 2 certificates. These include: Coach ICF and Prince 2 Foundation.

What is the availability of Katarzyna?

Katarzyna is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Katarzyna?

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