Zsolt Galfalvi
Project & Program Manager | Mergers & Acquisitions | Digital Transformation
Prague
Summary
Accomplished project and program manager with extensive experience in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures (M&AD), app development, and enterprise system implementations, including Workday and Microsoft Azure solutions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, execute large-scale digital transformation initiatives, and drive business continuity during corporate transitions. Adept at stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, and aligning IT strategies with business objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Project Delivery Lead – Squad Lead – Network Automation
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
Prague
08.2022 - Current
- Led the implementation of network automation solutions for global IT infrastructure
- Directed cross-functional squads using Agile methodologies, ensuring efficient project execution
- Partnered with IT and business teams to enhance scalability and security in cloud-based systems
Global Payroll Project Manager
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
Prague, Hlavni mesto Praha
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed payroll system integration for mergers and divestitures across multiple geographies
- Ensured seamless transition to Workday and other payroll systems for employee carve-outs
- Collaborated with HR and finance teams to enhance payroll automation and compliance
Regional Project Manager – Organon Divestiture
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
Prague, Hlavni mesto Praha
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed the separation of Organon from MSD, establishing new legal entities in 12 countries
- Led the transition of IT, HR, and payroll systems, ensuring continuity post-divestiture
- Oversaw the transfer of employees, benefits, and operational processes to the new organization
Product Owner – Microsoft Azure / Senior Project Manager
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Prague, Hlavni mesto Praha
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Spearheaded cloud migration initiatives, optimizing infrastructure for enterprise applications
- Defined and prioritized product backlog, aligning development efforts with business needs
- Led scrum teams in developing cloud-based enterprise applications and digital solutions
Senior Project Manager – Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures (M&AD)
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Prague, Hlavni mesto Praha
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Led IT integration and divestiture efforts for multiple corporate transactions
- Managed due diligence processes, risk assessments, and IT carve-outs for acquired entities
- Developed cost estimates and strategic roadmaps for IT transitions and system consolidations
Project Management Lead – Advisory Project Manager
IBM Europe
Brno, Mesto Brno
09.2010 - 05.2015
- Established and led the Transfer Project Management Department with 90+ project managers across multiple regions
- Served as the principal project manager for Deutsche Bank’s IT transformation initiatives
- Provided strategic oversight for large-scale enterprise system implementations and process automation
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Babes Bolyai
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Communication Studies
University of Babes Bolyai
Bachelor of Science - Applied Artificial Intelligence
International University of Berlin
Berlin 04.2001 -
Skills
Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures (M&AD) Execution
Enterprise System Implementations (CRM, Workday, Azure)
Digital Transformation & Cloud Adoption
App Development & Network Automation
Agile & Scrum Leadership
Industry Involvement And Certifications
- Standards Consensus Committee Member, Project Management Institute (PMI), 01/01/20, Present
- Contributor, PMBOK 7.0, Reviewed and approved ANSI and ISO standards in project and program management.
- Member, Hungarian Project Management Association, 01/01/19, Present
Accomplishments
- Led a large-scale, 100m+ USD divestiture project for Organon, successfully transitioning 12 countries' IT, HR, and payroll systems while ensuring business continuity.
- Orchestrated the IT carve-out for multiple M&A transactions, managing risk assessment, system migration, and regulatory compliance at Novartis.
- Implemented Workday payroll and HR systems across multiple geographies, improving payroll automation and compliance.
- Developed and led a team of over 90 project managers at IBM Europe, managing high-profile digital transformation projects, including Deutsche Bank’s IT modernization.
- Directed the cloud migration of enterprise applications to Microsoft Azure, reducing operational costs and increasing system scalability.
- Executed large-scale CRM and ERP system implementations, integrating Workday, Salesforce, and SAP ERP across multinational organizations.
- Spearheaded network automation initiatives at MSD, streamlining IT infrastructure and reducing manual workload.
Affiliations
- Standards Consensus Committee Member – Project Management Institute (PMI), 2020 – Present
- Contributor to PMBOK 7.0 – Reviewed and approved ANSI and ISO standards in project and program management.
- Member – Hungarian Project Management Association, 2019 – Present
- Co-Author of Project and Portfolio Management Standards Rev 4 - Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Conference Speaker for the Hungarian Business Association
Certification
Prince 2 - Certified Project Management
Timeline
Project Delivery Lead – Squad Lead – Network Automation
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
08.2022 - Current
Global Payroll Project Manager
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
06.2021 - 08.2022
Regional Project Manager – Organon Divestiture
MSD Merck Pharmaceuticals
06.2021 - 06.2022
SCM - Certified Scrum Master
03-2018
Product Owner – Microsoft Azure / Senior Project Manager
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
07.2017 - 02.2020
MSP - Certified Program Manager
05-2017
Prince 2 - Certified Project Management
10-2016
Senior Project Manager – Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures (M&AD)
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
05.2015 - 07.2017
Project Management Lead – Advisory Project Manager
IBM Europe
09.2010 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Applied Artificial Intelligence
International University of Berlin
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Communication Studies
University of Babes Bolyai
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Babes Bolyai