Lead IT Product Manager
CARIAD SE (Volkswagen Group)
Total years of experience :12 years, 1 Months
Led development and expansion of VW Groups API product ecosystem, resulting in 20% increase in API adoption rates Led development of vehicle OTA (Over the Air Update) functionalities, ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions within VW Group Achieved 15% improvement in update success rates, enhancing overall user experience for Volkswagen customers Collaborated with multiple development teams, functional safety experts, and cybersecurity specialists located in Wolfsburg, Tel Aviv, and Shanghai Effectively oversaw and directed 5 Product Owners and 5 Development Teams, each consisting of 10 members, within agile frameworks Implemented strategic measures that resulted in 30% improvement in delivery speed and 20% enhancement in delivery quality through continuous improvement initiatives. Implemented Agile methodologies for more efficient project management and team collaboration. Drove revenue growth by establishing strong relationships with key industry partners.
Led successfully the development of sales and after-sales retail systems, driving business growth and enhancing customer experiences Managed cross-functional teams located in Stuttgart, Bangalore, and Jaipur, fostering collaboration and delivering high-quality solutions Collaborated closely with business development, data analysis, operations, and rollout teams to identify opportunities for API-based products and business models, resulting in the generation of new revenue streams Managed multimillion € project budgets, meticulously tracking expenses and timelines Implemented rigorous oversight, resulting in a 10% reduction in project costs through efficient resource allocation and stringent cost control measures Liaised with senior stakeholders at headquarters and across 10 European markets, fostering strong partnerships and achieving project success. Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
Directed successful rollout of Mercedes-Benz Point of Sale (POS) projects, achieving seamless implementation across multiple countries, with a specific focus on Benelux Delivered 20% reduction in implementation time Managed change and communications throughout project lifecycle, ensuring stakeholders were informed and engaged in the process Effectively managed and coached teams of project coordinators, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment Collected and defined customer requirements to produce comprehensive product scopes, aligning them with project objectives. Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
Managed operations and support activities for EWE Tels
ERP platform Communicated regularly with customers concerning data exchange and technology integration Facilitated best user experience through continuous support, training classes, webinars, improvements, and communication of system changes.