Sarrah Benyamina - Management Consultant

Q: Where is Sarrah based?

Sarrah is based in Berlin, Germany .

Q: What languages does Sarrah speak?

Sarrah speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Sarrah have?

Sarrah has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Sarrah has worked in at least 2 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Sarrah may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Sarrah's latest experience?

Sarrah's most recent position is Management Consultant at Skyguide .

Q: What companies has Sarrah worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sarrah has worked for Skyguide , Coty , and Pro Bono Mentoring & Coaching .

Q: Which industries is Sarrah most experienced in?

Sarrah is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Aerospace and Defense , and Banking and Finance . Sarrah also has some experience in Beauty and Cosmetics .

Q: Which business areas is Sarrah most experienced in?

Sarrah is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Strategy and Planning , and Project Management . Sarrah also has some experience in Finance , Human Resources (HR) , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Sarrah worked in recently?

Sarrah has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Aerospace and Defense , and Beauty and Cosmetics .

Q: Which business areas has Sarrah worked in recently?

Sarrah has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Strategy and Planning , and Finance .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

3 years

Switzerland

Management Consultant

Skyguide

Built and managed the Finance Transformation PMO from scratch, driving 15 operational excellence initiatives to restore competitiveness in anticipation of market liberalization
Redesigned and automated the Travel & Expense (T&E) operating model, improving cash management, cutting processing time by 70%, and boosting compliance to 95%
Transitioned T&E back-office from support function to Center of Excellence, introducing automation, structured workflows, team upskilling, and a culture of data-driven decisions
Introduced governance and performance frameworks (SteerCos, KPIs, dashboards, charters), enabling transparency and faster decisions across leadership and the Board
Aligned cross-functional teams, Geneva authorities, unions, and the Board around shared transformation roadmap for 1,500 employees
Directed change management, training, and post–go-live continuous improvement, ensuring high adoption, delivery of quick wins and issue resolution

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Switzerland

Management Consultant

Coty

Established the global PMO for the offshoring of Finance operations (30+ markets), defining roadmap, milestones, migration activities to meet Board-mandated savings targets
Implemented governance, structured reporting and risk management frameworks (RAG dashboards, decision logs, mitigation plans)
Designed and rolled out training programs on new ways of working, implemented KPIs to track completion and satisfaction globally
Partnered with local leaders and PMO to ensure alignment, quality execution, and process operations post go-live
Delivered end-to-end communication and change management strategy, creating toolkits, messaging, and events to support adoption across all markets

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

2 years

Kenya, India

Management Consultant

Shortlist Professionals

Developed the core talent search process from scratch, reducing client delivery time by 50% and improving quality, while laying the foundation for future SaaS integration
Supported founders in pivoting HR consulting into a productized offering, designing standardized salary benchmarks, onboarding kits, and operational playbooks
Acted as interim project manager for a £2.1M talent platform launch, supporting 300 hires across 10 African countries and collaborating with sales and tech on product optimization, finance tracking, and donor reporting, ensuring compliance with UKAID requirements
Operationalized new processes to Mumbai and Nairobi teams, driving adoption, continuous improvement, and knowledge management

Jan 2018 - Present

8 years 2 months

Pro Bono Mentoring & Coaching

Coaching and consulting to startups and small business owners in France and India on strategy, leadership and operational excellence

Jan 2014 - Dec 2017

4 years

Germany

Management Consultant

Capgemini Consulting

Executed finance migration to a Shared Services Center as part of Europcar’s pre-IPO performance program, managing process documentation, recruitment, and training for 28 clerks to ensure operations transfer and continuity
Redesigned pricing and operating model for BNP Paribas’s subsidiary, returning the entity to profitability within six months
Developed and implemented a talent and leadership program for 180 employees at Crédit Agricole IT Services, enabling the transition from a support function to a strategic business partner model
Delivered cross-functional and cross-cultural change programs across France, India, and Morocco for 150 employees, driving collaboration, communication, and adoption of new ways of working
Managed post-merger integration of finance functions across 20 countries, establishing PMO governance, reporting standards, and streamlined delivery
Mentored junior consultants and strengthened internal recruitment and training capabilities

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Germany

Business & Performance Analyst

RCI Banque

Supported Sales Direction with strategic and operations improvement initiatives, data-driven reporting, recommendations and hands on support to management

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (12 years), Aerospace and Defense (3 years), Banking and Finance (3 years), and Cosmetics (2 years).

Professional Services

Aerospace and Defense

Banking and Finance

Cosmetics

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 Operations (11 years), Strategy (11 years), Project Management (10 years), Finance (8 years), Human Resources (6 years), and Business Intelligence (3 years).

Operations

Strategy

Project Management

Finance

Human Resources

Business Intelligence

Summary

Management Consultant with 12 years’ experience building and scaling operations improvement initiatives globally. Adept at bringing clarity and structure to complexity, designing processes, teams, and operating models that drive performance. Proactive and excellence-focused, I combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. As an empathetic, people-centered leader and certified systemic coach, I empower teams to perform at their best and achieve sustainable impact.

Skills

Ms Office & Google Suite – Advanced
Sap S/4, Jira, Confluence, Canva – Working Knowledge

Languages

French

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Spanish

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2010 - Jun 2012

Grenoble Graduate School of Business

Master in International Business · International Business · Grenoble, France

Oct 2006 - Jun 2009

Université Catholique de Lyon

BA International Relations · International Relations · Lyon, France

Certifications & licenses

Certified Systemic Coach

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Where is Sarrah based?

Sarrah is based in Berlin, Germany.

What languages does Sarrah speak?

Sarrah speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Sarrah have?

Sarrah has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Sarrah has worked in at least 2 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Sarrah may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sarrah be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sarrah would be well-suited for roles such as: Management Consultant, Business & Performance Analyst.

What is Sarrah's latest experience?

Sarrah's most recent position is Management Consultant at Skyguide.

What companies has Sarrah worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sarrah has worked for Skyguide, Coty, and Pro Bono Mentoring & Coaching.

Which industries is Sarrah most experienced in?

Sarrah is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Aerospace and Defense, and Banking and Finance. Sarrah also has some experience in Beauty and Cosmetics.

Which business areas is Sarrah most experienced in?

Sarrah is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Strategy and Planning, and Project Management. Sarrah also has some experience in Finance, Human Resources (HR), and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Sarrah worked in recently?

Sarrah has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Aerospace and Defense, and Beauty and Cosmetics.

Which business areas has Sarrah worked in recently?

Sarrah has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Strategy and Planning, and Finance.

What is Sarrah's education?

Sarrah holds a Master in International Business from Grenoble Graduate School of Business and a Bachelor in International Relations from Université Catholique de Lyon.

Does Sarrah have any certificates?

Sarrah has 1 certificate: Certified Systemic Coach.

What is the availability of Sarrah?

Sarrah is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Sarrah?

Sarrah's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.