Michalis Remoundos

Michalis Remoundos

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Driving BI and Data Visualization Strategies as Technical Leader for EMEA & US @ IQVIA | BI Consultant | Power BI Architect & Trainer | Ex-Microsoft

  • Education

    • Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon

      2018 - 2019
      Data Science Data Science 9

      Courses 1. Microsoft Power BI2. R language3. SQL4. KNIME5. Data analysis with MS Excel

    • Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon

      2013 - 2014
      Business Psychology Business Administration and Management 9,1

      Courses: 1. Mathematics, 2. Negotiations Skills - Conflict Management, 3. Development of Cognitive Skills and Emotional Intelligence, 4. HR Management and Leadership, 5. Psychology of Motives on Individuals and Groups (Teambuilding), 6. Organizational Behavior and Change

    • National & Kapodistrian University of Athens

      2003 - 2007
      Bachelor's degree Mechanical Engineering 8,3

      University in Psachna

  • Experience

    • AGROPLAN SA

      Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

      Responsibilities:• Managed projects, ensuring successful delivery within budget and time constraints.• Conducted engineering studies to evaluate design options and make recommendations based on technical feasibility and economic viability.• Performed economic study projects to assess the financial feasibility of proposed projects and identify potential areas for cost savings.• Acted as a quotation representative, preparing detailed proposals and cost estimates for clients.• Produced detailed specifications and outline designs, considering various factors such as cost, safety, and performance requirements.• Evaluated and addressed the implications of critical issues such as cost, safety, and time constraints in the project plan. Λιγότερα I was employed as a Project Manager and Mechanical Engineer at Agroplan S.A, a leading firm specializing in designing and constructing food and milk industries through turnkey projects. My primary responsibility was to oversee the design and implementation of production processes.Responsibilities:• Collaborated with Mechanical Engineering Manager to finalize designs.• Designed piping networks, determining flow rates, pressure loss, insulation, expansion of pipe, and hanger/load design.• Created detailed 2D & 3D drawings in AutoCAD as required.• Conducted customer site visits to provide assistance with initial design, start-up, and troubleshooting. Λιγότερα

      • Project Manager

        Jan 2008 - Jan 2011
      • Mechanical Project Engineer

        Jan 2007 - Jan 2008
    • Olympic Brewery S.A. (Part of the Carlsberg Group)

      Jan 2011 - Jan 2019

      Responsibilities:• Managing large-scale data projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and fitness for purpose.• Proficient in PowerBI, DAX, M, SSAS, and other tools relevant to business intelligence projects.• Collaborate with Carlsberg Group and country teams to deliver reports, dashboards, and exploratory analysis to all levels of the company, from executive management to field users.• Provide actionable insights and analysis across various areas, including sales, finance, logistics, and more.• Expertise in data mugging and cleansing to ensure data accuracy and compliance.• Apply advanced business models and analytics techniques to generate insights and influence Area Sales Managers in the decision-making process. Λιγότερα Managing effectively the deployment, maintenance and performance management of all CDE assets (Draught Systems, Bottle Coolers) and efficiently allocating the available resources. Providing central CDE management services and technical support to the On trade & Off trade Sales organizations and customersKey Tasks• CDE asset performance related reporting (KPIs and other) as well as ad-hoc analyses and presentations to internal and external customers• Oversight CDE Volume and Financial Performance incl. ROI calculations, supporting tracking, assessment and optimization• Ownership of Draught Volume Budgets and Forecasts process• CDE asset In-field execution tracking nationally• Contribution to cross-functional alignment on CDE Commercial topics• Projects Management in Lead and Support roles Λιγότερα Maximize the market share of beer volume by implementing effective strategies, while simultaneously overseeing a portfolio of over 300 customers. Proficiently manage diverse human behaviors, adeptly resolve complex problems as they arise, and skillfully manage a demanding workload.Responsibilities • Daily planning activity to visit markets and customers to achieve quantitative and qualitative objectives in alignment with sales strategy.• Identification and analysis of customer needs, and successful implementation and retention of all customer agreements against targets.• Developing and maintaining relationships with current and potential customers, including discovering and screening new customers.• Effectively deploying and utilizing point-of-sale (POS) material in accordance with company guidelines and channel action plans.• Gathering information on sales objectives, promotional actions, and new products to stay up-to-date and informed. Λιγότερα

      • Sr. Business Intelligence Specialist - [Business Development Department]

        Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
      • CDE Performance and Strategy Supervisor - [Business Development Department]

        Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
      • Cold Drink Equipment (CDE) Supervisor - [Sales - ON Trade & Convenience Department]

        Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
      • Sales Specialist / Analyst - [Sales - ON Trade & Convenience Department]

        Jan 2011 - Jan 2013
    • Microsoft

      Jan 2019 - Jan 2021
      Sr. Business Analytics & Insights - BSO CEE (Central & Eastern Europe)

      Responsibilities (Regional role spanning 33 countries):• Data Analysis and Management for Senior Management and Executives• Collaborate with the CEE organization's management to fulfill specific report and dashboard requests, bolstering both tactical and strategic initiatives.• Ensure that essential revenue, pipeline, and forecast reports and dashboards are readily available and provided to the management team.• Establish rigorous sales processes and implement actionable reporting cadence.• Analyze revenue, forecast rollups, pipeline, and trending to identify key areas for improvement.• Facilitate and assist with the CEE business review cadence to ensure the organization meets its goals. Λιγότερα

    • IQVIA

      Jan 2021 - now

      Regional role spanning ~110 countries• The Information Mgmt and Performance Mgmt and Insights position ensures successful product development in close relationship with the technical developers, end-to-end Master Data Management (MDM), Data Warehousing and BI solution architectures for IQVIA Clients.• Leadership of complex multi-country or integrated solutions (Program/Project Mgmt, Business Analysis, Solution Architecture)

      • BI Technical Leader - Sr. Consultant / US

        Jan 2023 - now
      • BI Technical Leader - Sr. Consultant / EMEA

        Jan 2021 - Jan 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • MS PROJECT: ΟΛΟΚΛΗΡΩΜΕΝΗ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΙΑΣΗ & ΕΚΜΑΘΗΣΗ ΤΟΥ MS PROJECT MANAGEMENT

      Forum Trainers
      Sept 2007
    • Artificial Intelligence Tools and Concepts

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2020
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    • Performance Management: Setting Goals and Managing Performance

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2020
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    • Coaching and Developing Employees

      LinkedIn
      Sept 2020
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    • Learning Data Analytics

      LinkedIn
      Sept 2020
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    • Power BI Data Modeling with DAX

      LinkedIn
      Sept 2020
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    • Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Power BI

      Microsoft
      Jan 2019
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    • Project Management Model – Train The Trainer

      Carlsberg Group
      Oct 2018
    • Project Management Model

      Carlsberg Group
      Sept 2018
    • Learning Data Science: Manage Your Team

      LinkedIn
      Sept 2020
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Wall of Fame: Community Recognition - Tech Article on Power BI in IQVIA’s Engage Newsletter IQVIA Feb 2024 Delighted to receive the Community Engage Badge for my contributions to the Engage newsletter and presenting a tech talk on Power BI. This recognition marks the second time I've been honored on IQVIA's Wall of Fame, and I'm grateful for their acknowledgment!
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Wall of Fame Induction: EMEA Teamwork Badge Recipient for Support, Mentorship, and Guidance IQVIA Jul 2023 I was honored to be included in the Wall of Fame for receiving the EMEA Teamwork Badge in recognition of my support, mentorship, and guidance provided to new colleagues.
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Microsoft Q2'21 BSO People Recognition Award Microsoft Dec 2020 I was honored with recognition for innovatively developing a performance tool tailored for the Poland Data Center. This tool has since become a benchmark template adopted across all data centers.
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Microsoft Q1'21 BSO People Recognition Award Microsoft Sep 2020 I was honored to be recognized as a "Champion" for my work on a BI Sales Project within Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). This project has set a benchmark, becoming a best practice model for other regions to follow.
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Microsoft Q2'20 BSO People Recognition Award Microsoft Feb 2020 I have significantly impacted both the business side and the Business & Sales Operation (BSO) Community by pioneering new ways to leverage technology more efficiently for our Business Partners. Renowned as a Master of Power BI, I excel in finding innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      Olympic Brewery Star Q4 2018 Olympic Brewery Apr 2019 I was honored to receive the "Star of the Quarter" award for outstanding performance and exemplary leadership. This recognition reflects my contributions to the development of Microsoft Technologies and my dedication to serving as a role model for both my team and the company.
    • Awarded to Michalis Remoundos
      People of the Year Award 2010: Exceptional Project Management at Agroplan Agroplan Dec 2010 I was honored to be recognized as "People of the Year" by Agroplan in 2010 for my exceptional project management skills during challenging economic times in Greece. This award highlights my ability to navigate and lead projects to success under difficult conditions.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Presentation Specialist

      Issued by UNESCO Global Geopark on Aug 2020
      UNESCO Global GeoparkAssociated with Michalis Remoundos