Lisa Schlindwein - Lead Consultant

Allershausen, Germany

Experience

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

4 months

Lead Consultant

International retailer

Optimization of Product Content Management (PCM) processes**
Within the PCM project, a "single source of truth" solution was created and used by various retail divisions, suppliers, and marketing agencies to centrally manage customer-focused product marketing content. It enabled content delivery for digital channels and efficient print production. PCM aimed to standardize marketing processes internationally.
Analysis of current PCM processes
Requirements analysis
To-Be process modeling and design documentation
Ensuring implementation and integration of the solution into existing systems
User training and support during rollout
Change enablement for stakeholders
Formulation of business rules
Documentation of results and improvement opportunities
Agile project management (SCRUM)
Quality assurance processes
Functional design
Process analysis and modeling (BPMN)
Change management

Jan 2022 - Oct 2023

10 months

Project Manager

International retailer

Efficiency and data quality improvement in international tenders**
The project had two main goals: introduce a trackable and reportable structure for master data management in procurement and drastically improve data quality to boost efficiency. Key activities included current state analysis, development of a tracking and reporting structure, tool implementation, governance setup, staff training, and continuous monitoring and improvement. The project aimed to significantly enhance procurement efficiency and reliability to strengthen the company’s competitiveness.
End-to-end project management for design and implementation
Planning and conducting workshops
Defining and tracking work packages during execution
Functional design
Reporting to management
Quality management
Agile project management
Quality assurance processes

Nov 2022 - Apr 2023

6 months

Project Lead

National insurance group

Design and implementation of a modern development environment**
This project covered the design and implementation of a modern development environment aimed at increasing efficiency, collaboration, and innovation among developer teams. By introducing new tools, processes, and working methods, workflows were optimized and software delivery was accelerated. The goal was to create a modern workspace that meets the demands of software development in the digital age.
Requirements analysis and detailed project planning
Change management measures
Preparation for user communication
Ensuring sufficient resources: staff, budget, technology
Selection of appropriate tools and technologies
Assembling and leading the project team
Executive reporting
Regular communication and stakeholder management
Implementation of quality standards and processes
Risk identification and management
Agile project management
Quality assurance processes
Functional design / requirements analysis
Process modeling (BPMN)

Jul 2022 - Apr 2023

10 months

PMO

National insurance group

Implementation of a group-wide "Digital Workplace" concept**
In this project, a virtual work environment and a new work concept were designed and launched company-wide. The project included developing and delivering modern digital workplaces and establishing innovative work methods and cultures. This initiative represented a key step toward a future-ready and agile work style across the organization.
Supporting subprojects in meeting governance requirements
Coordination and communication between subprojects
Conducting and documenting meetings, managing risks and dependencies
Preparing board presentations for project progress reporting
Assisting in project planning and coordination across the program
Traditional project management (Prince2)
Quality assurance processes
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Jan 2020 - Present

4 years 7 months

Lead Consultant

International retailer

Re-modeling processes in Source to Contract**
The Sourcing & Contracting project aims to create and implement standardized procurement and contracting processes across all product groups. Standardization should enable efficiency gains, cost savings, and better supplier relationships to optimize overall procurement performance. This was the first time an end-to-end process modeling approach was introduced in this project.
Developing and applying change management strategies to ensure employee acceptance and readiness
Communicating goals, benefits, and impacts of changes
Identifying change impacts and risks and developing mitigation measures
Training and coaching staff on new processes and technologies
Monitoring change progress and adjusting strategies
Analyzing existing processes and identifying optimization potential
Developing concepts for standardized process design and modeling (BPMN)
Leading the consulting team in implementation and quality assurance
Agile project management
Quality assurance processes
Process modeling (BPMN)
Change management

Jan 2020 - Apr 2023

2 years 4 months

Rollout & Change Manager

International retailer

Consolidation & harmonization in international procurement**
This project aimed to centralize and harmonize individual international procurement processes through a unified global procurement approach to maximize economies of scale and efficiency. By standardizing procurement activities at the international level, resources could be used more effectively, leading to significant cost savings and better purchasing management. This strategic shift aimed to strengthen the company’s competitiveness and create a sustainable foundation for future growth and success.
Change management planning and execution
Rollout planning and coordination
Interface management between various internal and external stakeholders
Workshop organization and delivery, including lessons learned
Performance tracking and reporting
Risk management
Traditional project management
Quality assurance processes
Testing processes and methods
Informatica P360, SAP ARIBA

Oct 2018 - Dec 2020

1 year 3 months

Change Manager

International power producer

Win10 & M365 migration**
The company upgraded international operating systems, supported by a change and transformation team to keep the organization informed. The project included needs analysis, requirements definition, project planning, staff training, ongoing communication and feedback loops, IT infrastructure and data security adjustments, testing and quality assurance, and support and maintenance strategy implementation. Monitoring, progress evaluation, and risk management were also key components.
Planning and leading the Windows 10 hardware rollout for international sites
Implementing effective change management to prepare and support users before, during, and after migration
Coordinating hardware procurement and delivery, ensuring client readiness for migration
Active participation in steering committee meetings to monitor rollout progress and align strategic decisions
Working with various vendors to prepare and deliver cross-site classroom training
Translating technical concepts into user-friendly documentation
Managing and assuring quality within the project team
Leading client workshops
Regular progress reviews with the client
Traditional project management
ServiceNow
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Feb 2018 - Sep 2018

8 months

Germany

Change & Organizational Development Specialist

Specialty chemicals group

Supporting the digital transformation**
As digital transformation reshapes the chemical industry, the company needed to prepare via change management and communication for ongoing change. From the employees’ perspective, new technologies should simplify work and free time for value-added tasks. The goal was to make the company smarter, boosting productivity, connectivity, and innovation.
Developing change management strategy
Creating and executing communication plan
Evaluating training and qualification programs
Evaluating and presenting new relevant technologies
Organizing and running roadshows
Leading client workshops
Project management
Quality assurance processes
Structured interviews