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Martin Kozák

Freelancer – PMO, Changes Delivery, Governance & Operations Advisory

Martin Kozák
Czech Republic

Experience

Jan 2019 - Present
7 years 1 month

Freelancer – PMO, Changes Delivery, Governance & Operations Advisory

My Own Business

  • Member of the transformation sponsors team, driving full-scale retail digital transformation.

  • Portfolio coordination of 50+ product teams, synchronizing deliveries to a single Retail stream proposition.

  • Delivery size in thousands of MDs annually, with budget coverage in mid hundreds of millions CZK.

  • Scope planning, budgeting, roadmap coordination and progress tracking.

  • Ensured alignment between business and IT stakeholders.

  • Advised portfolio companies on digital transformation, ERP/CRM system modernization, IT governance.

  • Led crisis interventions in underperforming IT initiatives, introduced agile frameworks and delivery governance.

  • Coaching the IT teams, shifted delivery culture and accountability models.

Jun 2018 - Dec 2018
7 months

Country Delivery & Business Analysis Teams Lead

Home Credit International a.s.

  • Coordinated cross-country functional scoping, testing, and solution delivery.
  • Built bridges between business and IT teams, enhancing alignment and operational transparency.
  • Responsible for India, Vietnam, Indonesia country teams.
  • Managed daily delivery team operations, ceremonies, work prioritization.
Jun 2014 - Dec 2018
4 years 7 months

Head of Delivery - Asia

Home Credit International a.s.

  • Responsible for IT delivery across HC Asia markets, including Vietnam, India, Indonesia.
  • Managed agile transformation and stakeholder relationships with local CEOs and global HQ.
  • Led IT roadmap and prioritization for business units and countries.
  • Responsible for the team of 10+ Project Managers.
Jan 2012 - Dec 2014
3 years

Senior Consultant & Project Manager

Cleverlance Enterprise Solutions, a.s.

  • Delivered key innovations in insurance and banking, including digital sales tools.
  • Led strategic architecture assessments and regulatory project deliveries (e.g., SEPA readiness).
  • Consulted the front office sales & service system for a major Slovak bank company.
Jan 2009 - Dec 2012
4 years

Group IT Director – CIS Region

Generali PPF Holding B.V.

  • Drove IT strategy and transformation in CIS countries.
  • Implemented IT governance frameworks, budget control measures, and vendor rationalization.
Jan 2002 - Dec 2009
8 years

Department Director (Shared Services Center) / Business Architecture / Senior PM

Česká pojišťovna, a.s.

  • Led customer care technology department.
  • Owned strategic delivery for SSC agenda (call center, backoffice, payments, CRM, paperless office, etc.).
  • Managed customer sales & service system and major parts of the company transformation (2002 – 2007).
Jan 1997 - Dec 2002
6 years

Branch Director / Business Dev. Manager Direct Channels

Komerční banka, a.s.

Summary

I have dedicated my career to leading digital transformation and efficient change delivery across banking and insurance industry, bring solid expertise in planning, budgeting, roadmap coordination, and synchronizing complex product portfolios. My experience spans advising on system modernization and agile implementation, coaching IT teams, and ensuring smooth alignment between business and technology initiatives.

I have a strong track record of working with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth. My practical approach and problem-solving mindset add value to every project I undertake.

Languages

Czech
Native
English
Advanced
German
Elementary
Russian
Elementary

Education

Oct 2011 - Jun 2014

College of Banking (BIVŠ)

Bachelor, Business Law · Business Law · Prague, Czech Republic

Oct 1989 - Jun 1993

Secondary School of Transportation & Economy

Transportation & Economy · Plzeň, Czech Republic

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What languages does Martin speak?

Martin speaks the following languages: Czech (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary), Russian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Martin have?

Martin has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Martin has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 1 month. Note that Martin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Martin be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Martin would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelancer – PMO, Changes Delivery, Governance & Operations Advisory, Country Delivery & Business Analysis Teams Lead, Head of Delivery - Asia.

What is Martin's latest experience?

Martin's most recent position is Freelancer – PMO, Changes Delivery, Governance & Operations Advisory at My Own Business.

What companies has Martin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Martin has worked for My Own Business.

Which industries is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in industries like Insurance, Banking and Finance, and Retail.

Which business areas is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Project Management, and Sales. Martin also has some experience in Customer Service, Operations, and Marketing.

Which industries has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in industries like Retail.

Which business areas has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Operations, and Project Management.

What is Martin's education?

Martin holds a Bachelor in Business Law from College of Banking (BIVŠ).

What is the availability of Martin?

Martin will be available full-time from February 2026.

What is the rate of Martin?

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