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Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Elastic | BENELUX, EMEA North, and Emerging Markets regionsElastic is at the forefront of delivering complete, cloud-based, AI-powered solutions for enterprise security, observability, and search. Our offerings are built on the Elasticsearch platform, a trusted choice for thousands of companies worldwide, including over 50% of the Fortune 500.In my role as a Pre-Sales and Delivery Manager, I take pride in spearheading success in the BENELUX, EMEA North, and Emerging Markets… Show more Elastic | BENELUX, EMEA North, and Emerging Markets regionsElastic is at the forefront of delivering complete, cloud-based, AI-powered solutions for enterprise security, observability, and search. Our offerings are built on the Elasticsearch platform, a trusted choice for thousands of companies worldwide, including over 50% of the Fortune 500.In my role as a Pre-Sales and Delivery Manager, I take pride in spearheading success in the BENELUX, EMEA North, and Emerging Markets regions. This dynamic position involves crafting strategic proposals for both public and private sector customers, ensuring that they are not only delivered but executed to perfection according to the plan.Managing a diverse team is a significant part of my responsibilities. My team comprises 27 dedicated Account Executives, and I collaborate with over 30 consultants, partners, and solution architects. Together, we are driving innovation and value for our clients.I've had the privilege of leading initiatives such as the "Consulting Services Playbook," a guiding framework that shapes our approach to customer success.Our achievements are defined by measurable outcomes, including 100% Quarterly Attainment Plans and exceptional Customer NPS scores. These results reflect the dedication and expertise of our teams.I'm honored to have been recognized as "The Paving Roads Winner" for FY23, a testament to the commitment and ambition that we bring to every project.At the heart of our work are values that drive us: humble in our approach, yet fiercely ambitious in our goals. We're constantly pushing the boundaries in the domains of Cloud Performance, Security Posture, GenAI, and Machine Learning to empower our customers with cutting-edge solutions.Elastic is not just a company; it's a mission. We are redefining what's possible in enterprise technology, and I'm thrilled to be part of this incredible journey. Show less

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

As a Senior Project & Delivery Manager at Backbase, I was pivotal in rolling out Backbase's solutions for customers across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the Middle East, and Africa (MEA). I coordinated multiple agile teams and worked closely with customer teams to unbox, integrate, and customize the Backbase platform to meet specific client needs.Key Responsibilities:* Managed up to three agile scrum teams simultaneously, ensuring successful integration and custom… Show more As a Senior Project & Delivery Manager at Backbase, I was pivotal in rolling out Backbase's solutions for customers across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the Middle East, and Africa (MEA). I coordinated multiple agile teams and worked closely with customer teams to unbox, integrate, and customize the Backbase platform to meet specific client needs.Key Responsibilities:* Managed up to three agile scrum teams simultaneously, ensuring successful integration and custom implementation for large banking institutions.* Regularly interacted with stakeholders, including C-level executives, through monthly Steering Committees and Quarterly Business Reviews.* Led successful implementations, such as the Digital Sales channel for DSK Bank in Bulgaria, part of the OTP Group.* Employed Agile Scrum methodologies to manage project workflows and team collaboration.* Managed evolving project requirements through strict governance and change request processes.* Monitored and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs) like Customer NPS, budget adherence, and timeline management.* Provided feedback to the Backbase product team to influence and prioritize the product roadmap.Key Achievements:* Successfully led the Digital Sales channel implementation for DSK Bank, significantly enhancing digital capabilities and customer experience.* Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction and project success through effective governance, change management, and stakeholder engagement.* Overcame constantly changing requirements by implementing tight governance and robust change request management processes, ensuring project stability and client satisfaction.* I have collaborated closely with the Backbase product team, providing valuable insights and feedback that contributed to better product roadmap prioritization. Show less

Bucharest, Romania

Delivery oversight for a global investment management firm based in Greenwich, CT - United States.Servicing Business Development, Reporting, and Compliance departments.Overarching PM for a multi-tenant platform financed by a leading Saudi Arabian fintech company.Successfully rolling out in two major markets. C-level reporting.

Bucharest, Romania

Carefully handling an entire Digitalization Program for a top 5 universal bank on the Romanian market, that provides a complete range of products and services for private individuals, SMEs, and large corporations via multiple distribution channels.Taking good care of one of the most important customers, that happens to be the largest GSM network operator in Romania.

Setting up a governance model able to accommodate fast changes and tight deadlines.Removing impediments and delivering tangible software within 2 weeks sprints.Relevant projects:* Smart Mobile* Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)* eToken integration

București, România

Relevant projects:* Orange MyAccount (customer care portal - b2c)* Orange MyAccount Corporate (b2b portal)* ING WebPay (API payment solution)* ING.RO

Bucharest, Romania

Public Contractor for Harris Corporation (L3Harris Technologies) Handling multiple telco projects on various low-level, military-grade technologies:- Radio HotSwap Harris RF-5800H-MP FALCON- Network Interface Unit (NIU) Harris RF-7800W-IU200- Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System (AAMDS) guidance and control units (deployed and operational in Romania)