Rallis Tsetinis - Senior Project Manager Datacenter, Cloud, Network and Collocation

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Poing, Germany

Experience

Dec 2024 - Present

1 year 2 months

Nuremberg, Germany

Senior Project Manager Datacenter, Cloud, Network and Collocation

Noris Network AG

Successfully led IT infrastructure projects with budgets up to €10M, including data center migrations and cloud transformations, improving operational efficiency by 30%.
Managed project specifications, resources, and stakeholder alignment, delivering 95% of projects on time and within budget, ensuring seamless execution.
Reduced project risks by 40% through proactive risk, cost, and claim management while maintaining 99.9% system uptime and effective C-level communication.
Optimized team performance by 25% using agile methodologies like Scrum, enhancing service readiness and ensuring a 20% faster go-live for IT solutions.

Oct 2023 - Feb 2024

5 months

Munich, Germany

Senior Project Manager Professional Services

Palo Alto Networks

Oversaw full delivery cycles, successfully managing deployment resources to ensure 100% on-time delivery, while keeping all projects 10% under budget.
Implemented advanced solutions using SD WAN, Prisma Cloud, Strata Next Generation Firewall, and Cortex, improving network security and operational efficiency by 15%.
Managed 20 concurrent projects for international enterprise customers, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate and consistently delivering high-quality results across all engagements.

Mar 2023 - Oct 2024

1 year 8 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Program Manager Datacenter roll-out

Rakuten Symphony GmbH

Executed critical infrastructure tests in Rakuten Cloud, achieving a 20% improvement in system performance and ensuring 99.9% uptime reliability during high-demand scenarios.
Developed and implemented security strategies for hybrid cloud environments.
Facilitated stakeholder meetings, resolving 90% of issues within the first 48 hours by leveraging Jira for real-time tracking and prioritization.
Managed the successful rollout of CDC1 and CDC2, delivering the projects two weeks ahead of schedule, improving operational efficiency by 15%.

May 2022 - Sep 2023

1 year 5 months

Munich, Germany

Senior Project Manager for Cloud Migration

TechMahindra

Managed end-to-end activities within the Deutsche Telekom cloud domain, successfully creating project plans and securing resources, resulting in the on-time delivery of 100% of cloud initiatives.
Implemented Zero-Trust strategies and ensured stable operations.
Leveraged AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and SAP S/4HANA technologies to deliver successful project outcomes, achieving a 15% increase in operational efficiency across cloud services.

Dec 2021 - May 2022

6 months

Munich, Germany

Infrastructure Senior Program and Project Manager Professional Services

Rackspace

Assisted companies in transitioning to cloud services, successfully migrating 100% of workloads to Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, resulting in 20% cost savings and enhanced scalability.
Collaborated with clients including Nestlé, Hapag-Lloyd, and BMG, developing tailored cloud migration strategies that led to a 25% reduction in deployment time and ensured seamless implementations with zero downtime.

Oct 2014 - Nov 2021

7 years 2 months

Munich, Germany

IT Manager

SupplyOn

Developed and integrated SAP and Ariba interfaces with the SupplyOn application, enhancing data exchange efficiency by 30% and streamlining invoicing processes.
Utilized Agile Project Management methodologies in accordance with the SAFe framework, successfully delivering IT projects 20% faster than traditional methods, while maintaining high-quality standards.
Rolled out a secure e-invoicing solution, including SAP and Ariba integration.

May 2014 - Sep 2014

5 months

Munich, Germany

Account Manager in the Telecommunication area

Easynet

Drove business growth, achieving a 15% increase in market penetration by establishing new business opportunities in key sectors.
Developed and implemented tailored sales strategies, resulting in a 20% boost in revenue from both existing and prospective customers by effectively identifying and leveraging untapped sales potential.

Sep 2010 - Jan 2014

3 years 5 months

Munich, Germany

Project Manager for WAN and LAN projects

BCC Communication

Led a virtual team of 6, managing an annual budget of €900,000, and successfully driving employee development and validation, resulting in the on-time completion of international WAN projects with a 10% cost saving.
Established the first data center for “World of Tanks” in Munich in collaboration with Equinix, contributing to a global infrastructure spanning 6 key locations (Amsterdam, New York, San Francisco, Singapore, Shanghai, and Seoul), improving global service reliability by 15%.

Jul 2008 - Oct 2009

1 year 4 months

Thessaloniki, Greece

IT Project Manager Retail and trade

Aldi Süd

Established the first datacenter and ERP in Greece, achieving 100% compliance with local regulations and facilitating seamless operations for regional clients.
Parametrized SAP systems to align with Greek trading laws, resulting in a 25% improvement in operational efficiency and significantly reducing compliance-related errors.
Launched the first pick-by-voice intralogistics project in the Balkan region, leading to a 30% increase in warehouse productivity and enhancing order accuracy by 15% through improved picking processes.

Dec 2006 - Jul 2008

1 year 8 months

Thessaloniki, Greece

Team Lead ERP and Database Department

Vodafone Papistas

Provided disciplinary leadership for a team of 2, managing an annual budget of €400,000, conducting job interviews, and selecting suitable candidates.
Oversaw annual validation and development of employees to enhance team performance.
Introduced a new SAP P.O.S. system and supported the IT infrastructure for Vodafone shops, including Microsoft Navision ERP configuration.

Feb 2005 - Nov 2006

1 year 10 months

Thessaloniki, Greece

IT Manager in Retail

Nikko Market

Led the introduction of a new SAP P.O.S. system across 60 shops, including a new design for the shop P.O.S. to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
Implemented new Warehouse Management System (WMS) software to optimize inventory management and streamline warehouse operations.
Managed the transition from old city-based offices to a new building, ensuring a smooth relocation process for the team.

Nov 2000 - May 2005

4 years 7 months

Thessaloniki, Greece

Head of IT Project Manager team in the DMS Department

Metropolis Informatics

Led projects focused on mass data acquisition and electronic archiving in the SAP Financial Banking area, utilizing technologies such as OCR and DMS SAP.
Managed Oracle database design version 8,9,10,11, installation, and operation for customers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.