Marcus (Dr.) Brandt
Management Consultant, Managing Director
Experience
May 2024 - Nov 2024
7 months Germany
Project Lead Data Platform Architecture & Management
International Energy Group
- Introduction of a data platform with a Data Mesh concept in Microsoft Azure Cloud based on Microsoft Fabric
- Migration of a data warehouse to a Lakehouse
- Project scoping, establishing project organization, stakeholder management
- Budget responsibility (€5M)
- Defining scope (MVP) and creating schedule (Build up, Deliver MVP, Scaling)
- Establishing an agile project approach (Scrum)
- Leading the vendor selection process (RFP), managing Avanade, negotiating service descriptions
- Close coordination with the CIO office (data governance rollout with KPMG)
- Implementing DevOps (CI/CD) and MLOps
- Defining and synchronizing data processes (data integration, data product, data contract)
Apr 2023 - Apr 2024
1 year 1 month Germany
Consultant Data Management and Data Governance
Telecommunications Company
- Assessing the initial situation in Hungary and Austria
- Clarifying requirements and expectations
- Supporting project planning and methodology
- Defining milestones
- Advising on data architecture and responsibility allocation
- Supporting change management with training design
Apr 2023 - Oct 2023
7 months Germany
Manager Process Optimization, Data Governance Advisor
Berlin Ministries
- Improving and scaling requirements management processes
- Advising on data management and data governance
- Coordinating ministerial initiatives and developing business models (EU Directive 2019/1024)
- Developing consulting concepts and coordinating AI MVPs (chatbot for citizen offices)
Mar 2023 - May 2023
3 months Switzerland
Consultant Project Planning SAP S4/Hana Template
KPMG Zurich
- Leading data governance responsibilities
- Project management and concept development
- Analyzing and evaluating information, modeling
- Evaluating customizing effort vs. standard process
- Risk assessment and presenting recommended approach
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022
4 months Germany
SAP Consultant
B2B Trading Group
- Analyzing methodology and conducting interviews
- Designing data migration and improving cut-over methodology
- Training staff and adjusting responsibilities
- Proposing a new change request process
Aug 2022 - Nov 2022
4 months Germany
Management Consultant
Timber Trading Group
- Reviewing documents (requirements spec, contracts)
- Analyzing requirements, organization, and IT
- Conducting stakeholder interviews and evaluating software technology
- Proposing next steps
May 2021 - Dec 2021
8 months Germany
Management Consultant, Project Lead
Logistics Group
- Introducing an enterprise data lake in AWS as part of IoT strategy
- Architecture, tool selection, and data governance
- Requirements analysis and implementing a data catalog
- Defining roles, processes, and data governance
- Delivering AI use cases for maintenance intervals
Oct 2020 - Apr 2021
7 months Austria
Management Consultant, Project Lead
Manufacturing Company Austria
- Analyzing and designing DevOps introduction in SAP and Azure DevOps
- Defining pipelines, test management, transport processes
- Introducing change and risk management
Mar 2019 - Apr 2021
2 years 2 months Germany
Management Consultant
Chemical Group (DAX)
- Designing and implementing a data lake and data governance
- Assessing maturity level, conducting policy and stakeholder analysis
- Supporting selection of data catalog software and MLOps tools
Feb 2019 - Oct 2020
1 year 9 monthsAI/Big Data Engineer
Cynerelo
- Developing AI software and creating use cases
- Building big data systems (macro-economic data)
- Forecasting US CPI and oil price curve (WTI)
- Multiprocessor optimization, GPU scaling, web UI, and cloud porting
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
4 monthsCoordinator, Project Lead
IoT Groups Manufacturing Industry
- Conducting feasibility studies and prototyping (IoT trackers, digital twins, image recognition)
- Machine integration, ERP integration, and AWS connection
- Product lifecycle management
Feb 2018 - Aug 2018
7 monthsProject Lead and Technical Lead
AI Prototype DEBIT
- Deep learning model for mapping transactions to customer accounts
- Problem analysis, solution development, and prototype build
Oct 2017 - Dec 2020
2 years 3 monthsConsultant, Project Lead
Chemical Foreign Trade Company
- Process optimization and IT system modernization
- Integrating an AWS cloud solution
- Implementing initial features and continuous improvement
Mar 2017 - Aug 2018
1 year 6 monthsProject Lead
Open Items Accounting
- Process analysis and error detection
- Checking compliance with GoBD
- Creating an action plan and recommending document-based accounting
Aug 2016 - Feb 2017
7 monthsProject Lead
Microservice Modularization
- Refactoring monolithic software into microservices with Docker, Kubernetes, Spring Boot
- Building a data warehouse for real-time availability checks
- Introducing continuous delivery and monitoring
May 2015 - Jul 2016
1 year 3 monthsChange Manager / Project Lead
Inventory Management Department
- Pilot project to introduce agile methods and cross-functional teams
- Change management and preparing microservices
Nov 2013 - Apr 2015
1 year 6 monthsInitiator and Steering
HOST Replacement Inventory Journal
- Replacing inventory management functionality from host to Java
- Aligning architecture and automating processes
Feb 2013 - Jul 2014
1 year 6 months Germany
Project Lead
SportScheck (OTTO-Group)
- Implementing omnichannel SAP and Business Objects data warehouse with BODS ETL
- Data migration, contract review, time and risk analysis
- Coordinating cut-over in Hamburg/Munich and mobile solutions
Aug 2011 - Jan 2013
1 year 6 monthsHead of Department
Inventory Management IT Department
- Building trust and stabilizing legacy systems
- Establishing business analysts and SAP specialists
- Optimizing inventory processes and change management
Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
1 year 3 months United Kingdom
Consultant, Project Lead
Consulting Firm (Asset Management)
- Developing a business model for optimizing returns of commercial real estate with photovoltaics
- Risk management, financing, asset management, and IPP review
Oct 2009 - Mar 2010
6 months Germany
Project Lead, Business Process Manager
Q-Cells SE
- Integrating ingot and wafer manufacturing into SAP and MES, and building a data warehouse
- Introducing reporting via MII
May 2009 - Feb 2010
10 months Germany
Business Process Manager, Project Lead
Q-Cells SE
- Optimizing inventory management and introducing KPI systems
- Interim management and BI solution for process order management
Feb 2009 - Apr 2009
3 monthsSubproject Lead SCM
Malaysia Manufacturing
- Developing SAP/MES processes and training Malaysian staff
- Defining emergency processes during financial crisis
Oct 2008 - Apr 2009
7 months Germany
Project Lead
Q-Cells SE
- Implementing action plan and project controlling
- Responsible for hardware and software procurement and process definition
Jun 2008 - Oct 2008
5 months Germany
Business Process Manager, Project Lead
Q-Cells SE
- Detailed analysis of root causes after SAP rollout
- Developing solutions, defining KPIs, and reporting
Jan 2008 - Apr 2008
4 monthsSAP Solution Consultant SCM
Mid-sized Metal Processing Company
- Implementing SAP PP-PI, customizing, and creating PI sheets
Jan 2008 - Mar 2008
3 monthsSAP Solution Consultant SCM
Chemical Company
- Implementing SAP SCM Weight & Dispense solution based on PP-PI
Feb 2003 - Jun 2007
4 years 5 months Germany
System Administrator
Humboldt University of Berlin
- Setting up and operating IT services, database hosting, and Tivoli backup
- Managing Windows XP clients and print clusters
Nov 2001 - Jan 2003
1 year 3 months Germany
Project Lead, Scientist
Petermann Brandt GmbH
- Planning, building, and automating a matrix isolation system (-263 °C, ultra-high vacuum)
- Quantum spectroscopic analyses on supercomputers
Jun 2001 - Nov 2001
6 months Germany
Developer
EC-Erdölchemie / BP
- Analyzing and programming to prevent adiabatic throttling during ethylene oxide filling
Summary
Dr. Marcus Brandt stands out for his extensive experience in IT consulting and managing large organizations. With his expertise in leading IT projects and implementing technological innovations, he has established himself as a leading expert in digitalization and IT strategy development. His ability to analyze complex IT issues and work closely with specialists to develop pragmatic solutions makes him a valuable partner for companies looking to modernize and streamline their IT landscape.
Languages
German
Native
English
Advanced
Education
Humboldt University of Berlin
Doctorate, Quantum Mechanics · Chemistry · Berlin, Germany
University of Cologne
Diploma · Chemistry · Cologne, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Artificial Intelligence (AI) New York Columbia XCSMM.101x
Columbia
Certified Agile Leader Data Governance, Data Management and Analytics (AI)
GMP / FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance
Virtual Leadership
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