Viktor Weber's Portfolio:
AI Product Leadership that Delivers
Solving high-impact product challenges through AI-driven leadership – from platform scaling and seamless AI integration to ROI-focused roadmaps. Let’s drive measurable transformation together, turning complexity into business success.
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About Me
I am a strategic product and transformation expert with 18+ years of international experience in product, project, and portfolio management, specializing in AI-driven solutions—particularly within automotive and cross-industry digitalization initiatives. My core strength lies in translating complex technological and data-driven AI innovations into sustainable business value, focusing on efficiency gains, scalability, and measurable ROI.
My career journey has taken me from the diagnostic floors of Volkswagen AG to leading strategic product management initiatives across international automotive enterprises. I also bring an entrepreneurial edge - having established and led the Global AI Community Braunschweig as a regional competency center for artificial intelligence.
Renowned for my ability to communicate and influence stakeholders—including C-level executives—at all organizational levels, I lead cross-functional global teams through high-impact, large-scale transformation programs, leveraging fluency in German, English, and Russian.
My Professional Journey: From Diagnostics to AI Leadership
1
2010-2011
Quality Specialist at Volkswagen Autoeuropa
Oversaw quality assurance for new product launches as part of an 8-person team, conducted approximately 30 inspections and approvals with both national and international suppliers, and supported the standardization of inspection processes and documentation.
2
2014-2016
Diagnostic Data Analyst at Volkswagen AG
Analyzed around 25,000 diagnostic datasets annually to support fault identification, created reports and analyses for development departments, and contributed to the introduction of automated analysis processes, achieving approximately 20% time savings.
3
2016-2021
After Sales Project Manager at Volkswagen Group RUS
Led large-scale international projects including the Era-Glonass eCall system implementation in over 1 million vehicles, introducing AI-based analytical tools achieving 30% efficiency improvement.
4
2021-2024
Product Owner at Volkswagen AG
Managed a digital product portfolio worth over €1M, developing scalable platform solutions with modular architecture, achieving 11% cost reduction and successful expansion to additional group brands.
5
2024-Present
Global AI Community Lead & Strategy Development
Co-Founded and lead the Global AI Community Braunschweig as a regional competency center, focusing on AI strategy, community building, and translating technological potential into business impact.
Featured Projects: Delivering Measurable Impact
End-To-End Diagnostic Platform
Drove development and rollout of a cross-brand digital diagnostic platform with modular architecture in the automotive sector. Expanded seamlessly to additional group brands, achieving 11% cost reduction, 20% lower development expenses, and a 35% ROI increase.
Introduction of the eCall System
Led implementation of the mandatory Era-Glonass eCall system across 8 countries and 3 group brands, covering over 1 million vehicles. Coordinated cross-functional teams and secured a successful market launch through strategic stakeholder engagement.
AI-driven Process Automation Initiative
Rolled out AI-powered analytics tools for automated incident resolution, achieving a 30% efficiency boost in international project teams and harmonizing ITIL-compliant processes across the CIS region..
Market Launch of New Vehicle Model
Led the market introduction of a new vehicle model with a focus on quality assurance and defect resolution processes. Strategically coordinated between US quality teams and German headquarters to ensure a seamless launch and rapid resolution of technical challenges.
Service Excellence Harmonization
Spearheaded the design and establishment of customer-centric service standards for aftersales across the CIS region. Unified diverse workflows into a consistent rhythm, significantly improving customer service quality and reducing day-to-day misunderstandings.
Data-Driven Reporting
Developed and implemented data-driven reporting structures to identify potential surges in vehicle incidents early on. Enhanced dashboards delivered critical insights to business units, enabling timely initiation of targeted defect resolution processes.
Digital Transformation Case Study – PO, Volkswagen AG
Research Phase: Product Portfolio Assessment
Conducted a comprehensive analysis of Volkswagen AG’s fragmented diagnostic landscape, identifying inefficiencies in decentralized development, absence of standardized methodologies, and resource allocation bottlenecks limiting scalability.
Ideation Phase: Strategic Platform Framework Design
Conceptualized and architected a holistic product management framework, considerabiy improved agile methodologies and data-driven decision making. Developed standardized processes with Kanban practices and created KPI-driven dashboards.
Implementation Phase: Enterprise-Wide Platform Deployment and Scaling
Led the end-to-end establishment of centralized product operations—scaling standardized processes, governance structures, and performance management systems across multiple Volkswagen Group brands. Executed comprehensive change management programs including training workshops and continuous improvement mechanisms.
11%
Cost Reduction
Achieved through strategic platform implementation
30%
Efficiency Gains
Through AI integration and process optimization
35%
ROI Increase
Enhanced organizational performance and growth
Skills & Tools:
Professional Skills
Data-Driven Product & Portfolio Management
Strategic product development with measurable outcomes and ROI focus
AI Strategy & Technology Integration
Translating AI potential into tangible business value and competitive advantage
Digital Platform Development
Scalable architecture design and cross-brand technology implementation
Tools
Product Management Tools
Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Kanban, SAFe, Scrum
AI & Analytics
Power BI, ChatGPT, Copilot, Advanced Prompting, MLOps
Data Analysis
Advanced Excel, Python, CAN-Bus Data, DTC Analysis
Soft Skills
Leadership & Collaboration
Fostering cross-functional teamwork and motivating diverse teams.
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Effectively conveying vision and managing expectations across all levels.
Problem Solving & Adaptability
Strategic thinking to overcome challenges and adapt to dynamic environments.
Beyond the CV: What Drives My Success
Building Global AI Community
Successfully established and led the Global AI Community Braunschweig while managing demanding full-time product ownership responsibilities at Volkswagen AG. This refined my ability to balance priorities and deliver results under pressure.
18+ Years of Automotive Innovation
My extensive technical background, from electronics engineer to product owner, reflects a profound dedication to continuous learning and innovation. This experience bridges technical complexity with business value, driving positive transformation in challenging environments.
Multilingual & International Expertise
Proficiency in German, English, and Russian, combined with international project experience across CIS regions, demonstrates commitment and adaptability to diverse business environments and complex stakeholder landscapes.
Strategic AI Integration
I specialize in translating the potential of AI into tangible business value and competitive advantage, developing scalable architectures and implementing cross-brand technology solutions.
Empowering Your Growth Through Smart Innovation
I welcome challenging projects, innovation-driven collaborations, and meaningful connections. If you’re seeking to design impactful product strategies, drive digital or AI-powered transformation, or accelerate cross-brand innovation in the automotive or tech sector, I’d be excited to connect and support your journey—from initial concept to scalable, measurable business impact.
Phone
+49 160 7578343
Location
Braunschweig, Germany (Available for remote collaboration worldwide)
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