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Peer-Christian Schach

Project Manager, Subproject Manager

Peer-Christian Schach
Gröbenzell, Germany

Experience

Aug 2024 - Dec 2024
5 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Project Manager, Subproject Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Insourcing a system-critical IT application to meet regulatory requirements in payment transactions
  • Preparing project plans, cost estimates, and schedules for project phases
  • Capturing and documenting processes
  • Identifying critical paths in processes
  • Preparing management documents and committee materials
  • Methodology: Waterfall project management, risk and control assessments
  • Tech & Tools: Project management software
Jun 2024 - Mar 2026
1 year 10 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Transformation Manager and Process Consultant

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Process and advisory support for the transition to a new core database system
  • Capturing and modeling the current (AS-IS) process
  • Developing the target (TO-BE) process landscape and modeling
  • Process modeling using software (SAP Signavio, Adonis; both based on BPMN 2.0 methodology and semantics)
  • Workshops: preparation, execution, moderation, documentation
  • Creating training materials and media
  • Coaching and change support
  • Project plans for planning change processes and strategy rollouts
  • Methodology: stakeholder matrix, RACI matrix, value stream/value-added analyses
  • Tech & Tools: JIRA, Confluence, SAP Signavio, Adonis
Feb 2024 - May 2024
4 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Transformation Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Organizing, preparing, moderating, and documenting workshops to optimize processes and team collaboration
  • Capturing processes and identifying weak spots
  • Structured measurement of process cycle times, wait times, and waste
  • Designing measures to optimize cycle times and decision-making processes
  • Supporting the team and management during change implementation
  • Establishing quality management standards according to DIN ISO 9001
  • Methodology: LEAN methods, workshop moderation
  • Tech & Tools: SAS JMP
Apr 2022 - Dec 2023
1 year 9 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Contract Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Designing and expanding IT contract management
  • Reviewing tender documents and proposals
  • Contract negotiations with internal and external clients
  • Coordinating interdisciplinary teams for vendor evaluation
  • Point of contact for contract-related matters
  • Coordinating IT and business process measures
  • Developing proposal strategies
Jan 2021 - Mar 2022
1 year 3 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Scrum Master

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Integrating about 40 securities processing applications with the interface of an external service provider
  • Prioritizing backlog items based on GDPR relevance (from low to high criticality)
  • Development in an agile methodology (Scrum)
  • Coaching the team on agile methods
  • Facilitating Scrum rituals (daily, planning, review, retro, grooming)
  • Methodology: mix of Waterfall and Agile
  • Tech & Tools: JIRA, Kanban, agile methods, FMEA, risk & control matrix
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020
2 years
Karlsruhe, Germany

Project Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Project management for an internal optimization campaign (around 10,000 employees affected) of the IT admin and process landscape
  • Collection of improvement suggestions from various stakeholders and IT departments using Excel and JIRA and conversion into a consolidated, prioritized backlog
  • Flow control using Kanban
  • Implementation using the Time + Money Box method (limited budget and implementation period) based on backlog priorities
  • Tech & Tools: JIRA, Kanban, agile methods
Dec 2016 - Dec 2018
2 years 1 month
Karlsruhe, Germany

Project Manager and Coach

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Support and coaching of Lean Six Sigma initiatives
  • Subproject management for an internal M&A project
  • Support of 6 Green Belt projects (back office/production) and execution of 2 Black Belt projects (back office markets, back office HR shared services)
  • Coordination of the Day 1 Management subproject for a large internal M&A project
  • Approach model: LEAN, Six Sigma, DMAIC, risk and control management
  • Tech & Tools: SAS JMP, project management software
Jan 2012 - Nov 2016
4 years 11 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Internal Control System Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Establishment of a BaFin-compliant internal control system for two subsidiary and sister companies (around 1,500 employees in Germany)
  • IT department liaison for external audits (ISAE certification)
  • Risk analyses and control assessments for business processes and IT standard processes
  • Software implementation management via SIM (Security, Incidents, Commissioning)
  • Definition of controls according to COBIT 5.0
  • Coordination and support of the external auditor (audit management)
  • Approach model: COBIT, risk and control management
  • Tech & Tools: SAS JMP, Kanban
May 2008 - Dec 2011
3 years 8 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Project Manager, Subproject Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Outsourcing of the back-office unit to a new service company as part of a large outsourcing project
  • Central project management
  • Coordination of quality managers
  • Project leadership for quality management tools and methods for a newly established subsidiary
  • Approach model: waterfall project management, ISO 9001, LEAN, Six Sigma
May 2007 - Apr 2008
1 year
Karlsruhe, Germany

Quality and Supplier Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Ensuring ISO 9001 certification and supplier development
  • Development and management of the first internal service barometer (measuring perceived service quality of the unit)
  • Development of a method to calculate supplier ratings for internal and external services of the retail division
  • Development and delivery of internal project management training in three levels (basic, advanced, expert) for staff units
  • Approach model: waterfall project management, ISO 9001, EFQM model for business excellence
Jan 2003 - Apr 2007
4 years 4 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Quality Management Representative

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Built and improved the internal quality management system
  • Ensured ISO 9001 certification and implemented the Business Excellence Model
  • Developed and managed the first internal service barometer
  • Developed and delivered training for managers and employees on quality management techniques
  • Built a comprehensive quality assurance system including error measurements and process audits
  • Planned and coordinated audits for 12 internal and 2 external auditors
  • Prepared the Operations department for participation in the German Quality Award
  • Methodology: Waterfall project management, ISO 9001, EFQM Model for Business Excellence
Aug 2000 - Dec 2002
2 years 5 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

PMO, Project Manager

Opereon Consulting GmbH

  • Built and improved the internal quality management system according to ISO 9001
  • Introduced quality management methods
  • Prepared and delivered general quality training for employees as well as specialized content for specific roles and functions
  • Methodology: Waterfall project management, ISO 9001, quality techniques

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services (24 years), Information Technology (2 years), Banking and Finance (1.5 years), and Retail (1 year).

Professional Services
Information Technology
Banking and Finance
Retail

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 Quality Assurance (18.5 years), Project Management (14 years), Information Technology (8.5 years), Audit (5 years), Operations (4 years), and Procurement (2.5 years).

Quality Assurance
Project Management
Information Technology
Audit
Operations
Procurement

Summary

Peer-Christian Schach is a very experienced senior project manager who, through his solid background in managing complex projects, consistently creates value for clients. With a structured yet pragmatic approach, he ensures that projects are executed with clear goals, efficiency, and on time. His focus areas are coordinating interdisciplinary teams, communicating with stakeholders as equals, and continuously improving processes—classical, agile or hybrid, depending on project needs.

Skills

  • Industries**

  • Financial Services

  • Public Sector

  • Automotive

  • It

  • Manufacturing

  • Finance

  • Information Technology

  • Thematic Focus Areas**

  • Lean Six Sigma

  • Business Excellence

  • Transformation Management

  • Quality Management

  • Internal Control Systems

  • Regulation (Bafin, Marisk)

  • Contract Management

  • Methodical Focus Areas**

  • Agility

  • Project Management

  • Change Communication

  • Process Management

  • Process Optimization (Lean Six Sigma)

  • Process Modeling

  • It Outsourcing

  • Risk Analyses

  • Control Assessments

  • Quality Assurance

  • Audit Preparation

  • Restructuring

  • Coaching

  • Training

  • Teaching

  • Training Sessions

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Intermediate

Education

Diploma in Business Administration (FH) · Organization and IT; European Business Law; Marketing

Certifications & licenses

CobiT 5 Foundation Level

APMG-International

Efqm Assessor

ILEP

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

SSA & Company

Quality Management Representative

TÜV

Scrum Master

SCRUM.ORG

Train the Trainer Certificate

DAB Bank

Environmental Specialist

TÜV

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Where is Peer-Christian based?

Peer-Christian is based in Gröbenzell, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Peer-Christian speak?

Peer-Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Peer-Christian have?

Peer-Christian has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Peer-Christian has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 1 company. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Peer-Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Peer-Christian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Peer-Christian would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager, Subproject Manager, Transformation Manager and Process Consultant, Transformation Manager.

What is Peer-Christian's latest experience?

Peer-Christian's most recent position is Project Manager, Subproject Manager at Opereon Consulting GmbH.

What companies has Peer-Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Peer-Christian has worked for Opereon Consulting GmbH.

Which industries is Peer-Christian most experienced in?

Peer-Christian is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Banking and Finance. Peer-Christian also has some experience in Retail.

Which business areas is Peer-Christian most experienced in?

Peer-Christian is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Project Management, and Information Technology (IT). Peer-Christian also has some experience in Audit, Operations, and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Peer-Christian worked in recently?

Peer-Christian has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas has Peer-Christian worked in recently?

Peer-Christian has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Legal and Compliance.

What is Peer-Christian's education?

Peer-Christian holds a Bachelor in Organization and IT; European Business Law; Marketing.

Does Peer-Christian have any certificates?

Peer-Christian has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: CobiT 5 Foundation Level, Efqm Assessor, and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

What is the availability of Peer-Christian?

Peer-Christian will be available part-time from April 2026.

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