Kanban Implementation & Organizational Transformation Consulting

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Kanban Implementation & Organizational Transformation Consulting

Location: Darmstadt, Germany

Type: Full-time

Project Description – Kanban Implementation & Organizational Transformation Consulting

Project Scope

Provision of consulting services for the introduction and organization-wide implementation of Kanban within a large academic IT service organization.

The engagement includes:

• Implementation across approx. 15 teams
• Training and enablement of approx. 100 employees
• Establishment of sustainable Kanban systems and governance structures
• Tool-based implementation (Kanban management platform and ticketing system environment)
• Organizational scaling elements (Flight Levels)

The project aims at establishing Kanban as a long-term operational working model across the organization.

Project Phases

Phase 1 – Kanban Trainings

Delivery of foundational Kanban training sessions to enable all affected employees to actively participate in workshops and operate Kanban systems.

Phase 2 – Workshop Preparation

Assessment of team-specific structures, workflows, and challenges to design customized Kanban systems.

Phase 3 – Kanban Implementation Workshops

Design and implementation of tailored Kanban systems per team, including:

• Board design
• Definition of workflows
• Metrics
• Meeting structures
• Tool configuration

Phase 4 – Coaching & Stabilization

Ongoing coaching to ensure sustainable adoption and continuous improvement.

Special Topics

• Development of internal multipliers (advanced training & train-the-trainer approach)
• Scaling concepts (Flight Level 2 and optional Flight Level 3 implementation)
• Project governance, reporting and communication

Technical & Professional Capability Requirements

Mandatory Certification (Knock-out Criterion)

The lead consultant must hold a valid certification from Kanban University:

• Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT) or
• Kanban Management Professional (KMP)
• Minimum C1 German language proficiency

Proof via valid certificate submission.

Reference Requirements (Core Requirement)

a) Minimum 2 references in the public or academic sector
b) Minimum 3 references for Kanban implementation on team level
c) Demonstrated experience across all Flight Levels:

• Team Level
• Value Stream Level
• Portfolio Level

Each reference must include:

• Short project description
• Client sector
• Duration (month/year – month/year)
• Scope
• Description of consultant involvement

Consultant Experience Requirements (Core Requirement)

For each consultant involved in the project:

• Minimum 500 hours of Kanban training delivery
• Minimum 250 consulting days in Kanban implementation projects

Experience must be documented in tabular format per consultant.

Pricing Request

Submission of:

• Required certifications
• Reference documentation
• Consultant experience overview
• Indicative pricing for the price sheet (fixed-price basis with effort transparency)

What we offer:

Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.