Matthias Scharf
Service Owner BSS Services
Experience
Jan 2025 - Present
7 months Germany
Service Owner BSS Services
Telefonica
- API Development for communication and data exchange with BSS and network infrastructure.
- Integration of APIs with BSS components like CRM, order management, and billing systems.
- Automation of service delivery processes like order fulfilment, provisioning, and activation.
- Implementation of API-based monitoring and management for service assurance.
- Integration of NaaS APIs with billing and charging systems for flexible billing.
- Enablement of customer self-service portals and APIs.
- Integration of NaaS APIs with third-party applications for service interoperability.
- Enabled new services delivering a recurring gross margin of €30 million YoY.
Jan 2022 - Dec 2025
2 years Germany
Program Lead
SENEC GmbH
- Led multi-project definition and implementation of a Europe-wide ERP system.
- Replaced existing ERP and isolated solutions for 10 partner companies.
- Integrated ERP solutions with Odoo and MS Dynamics of the parent company.
- Implemented control dashboards and a value improvement project.
- Reduced manual reconciliations and converted to a permanent inventory.
Jan 2022 - Dec 2025
2 years Germany
Senior Project Lead Technology
Telefonica
- Led the OPEN Gateway Program focusing on Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) functions and new B2B products.
- Successfully launched QoD, Identify Origin, and Number Verify services ahead of schedule.
- Reduced latency by 20% through solution design and collaboration.
- Managed a team of 20 employees to achieve efficient delivery and KPIs.
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023
1 year Germany
Project Lead
Telefonica
- Led the introduction of IP Resolution & NEF as part of the Open GW/NAAS Program.
- Progressed RFQ for PoC and vendor selection.
- Finalized concept and project plan for IP Resolution feature deployment.
- Built and led a high-performing team of internal and external resources.
- Integrated BMC Helix as a successor to BMC Remedy.
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
2 years Spain
Project Lead
Eiffage Spain
- Managed the expansion of solar parks for Ibedrola.
- Delivered over 100 MW expansion in 2 years.
- Expanded medium-voltage grid.
- Reduced defect rate by 20%.
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
2 years Germany
Overall Project Lead
Leading Energy Supplier in Germany
- Established field service organization for charging infrastructure installation in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Completed RFQ and vendor selection.
- Built and managed the field service organization and supply chain.
- Oversaw installation of charging stations in over 38 industrial plants and parking garages in 2022 with a project volume exceeding €16 million.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
3 years Germany
Program Lead
Telefonica
- Led the RAITT program, migrating over 20,000 applications to the cloud (Azure, GCP, AWS).
- Collaborated with 250+ personnel from 3 vendors to form an efficient delivery unit.
- Delivered architectural conception and implemented cloud-based AD for 6 landing zones.
- Migrated 380 legacy applications and deployed 12 cloud-native products.
- Defined and implemented observability strategy and SLA/KPI framework.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
2 years Germany
Project Lead
CashDesk Provider
- Developed a TSE-compliant mobile POS app for iOS and Android.
- Managed conception, development, and go-live of the application.
- Delivered project one month ahead of schedule.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2020
5 years Germany
Multi-Project Manager
Vodafone
- Led a national mobile network modernization program (Full IP Transformation) with a 3-digit million euro volume.
- Implemented Go Lean strategy reducing project streams and achieving 39% savings within six months.
- Managed R&D and integration phase of new network components.
- Adapted standard process catalogue for optimized project structure and efficiency.
- Introduced Genesys PBX for Escalation Management.
Jan 2014 - Present
11 years 7 months Romania
CEO / Program Management
CPC Consulting & Project Management SRL
- Founded nearshore consulting company delivering project excellence and developing in-house cloud-based solutions.
- Implemented knowledge management system.
- Launched legal tech platform processing over €1 million litigation financing volume per month.
- Completed more than 34 projects for clients in banking, IT/ICT, and beverage production.
- Introduced Remedy Force for Ricard Pernodt, BMC Helix for Uniqa, and Genesys Cloud PBX for Vodafone and Telco providers.
Summary
15+ years of experience in successfully managing complex, multi-million euro (up to €100M p.a.) projects and programs in national and international environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional, diverse teams of up to 3,000 members to achieve business goals while ensuring quality, efficiency and timely delivery. Expertise in agile and traditional project management methodologies, digital transformation, process optimisation and stakeholder management.
Languages
German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
Education
Oct 2013 - Jun 2014
University of Hertfordshire
Master of Science · Project Management, Agile and Waterfall · United Kingdom · With Distinction
Certifications & licenses
Togaf Certified
CFI - Accounting Fundamentals
GCP Administration Fundamentals
ITIL v3 Certified
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
SDH Network Certification
CCNA Certified
Google Cloud Architecture Certification
Google Solution Partner
Monday Solution Partner
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