Sven Ricke
Turning business requirements into scalable data solutions.
With 8 years of experience crafting intelligent automation systems and seamless data integrations, I transform complex data challenges into elegant, scalable solutions.
Services
Data Engineering
Building robust data pipelines and ETL processes
Automation
Streamlining workflows with intelligent automation
Integration
Connecting systems for seamless data flow
Data Migration
Post-merger data migrations ensuring consistency, integrity, and business continuity
Business Translation
Translating business and domain knowledge into code
Excel Expert
Enterprise VBA tools (legacy) - Everything can be done in Excel!
About Me
Problem Solver with International Experience
My Philosophy
I am a dedicated problem solver driven by a deep interest in understanding how businesses truly work beneath the surface. For me, technology is never the goal itself—it is a tool to translate business logic into robust, scalable and elegant solutions.
Rapid Adaptability
I have a strong ability to quickly adapt to new technology stacks and unfamiliar domains. This became especially evident when I successfully designed and implemented a complete ERP-to-Salesforce integration within just three months—despite having no prior integration background at the start. What matters most to me is not the specific tools used, but understanding the underlying processes, data flows, and constraints that define a system.
Tailored Solutions
I strongly believe that every project is unique. The key to a successful solution lies in deeply understanding the business logic, the existing architecture, and the operational reality—only then can the right technical design be crafted. My approach is analytical, pragmatic, and always tailored to the specific problem at hand, rather than applying generic, one-size-fits-all solutions.
International Experience
My four years of studying and playing football in the United States further shaped this mindset. They strengthened my English proficiency and, more importantly, taught me adaptability, discipline, and how to collaborate effectively with people from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Fast Learner
Self-taught new technologies
International
4 years USA experience
Team Player
Empathetic and flexible
Innovation
Creative approaches
Problem Solver
Analytical and pragmatic mindset
Leadership
2+ years leading complex technical projects and teams
Technical Expertise
Specialized in data engineering, automation, and enterprise solutions
T-SQL
Python
VBA
SQL Server
ERP Systems
Salesforce
Data Migration
Microsoft Power Automate
ETL Pipelines
Workflow Automation
Data Integration
Document AI
REST API Development
Business Intelligence
Google Cloud Platform
JavaScript/Node.js
SAP
Vercel
Projects
Key projects demonstrating technical expertise
AI-Powered Document Processing & Customs Automation
Currently developing AI-based automation solutions for international logistics operations, integrating complex customs clearance workflows with data processing systems. The project involves AI-based extraction and processing of invoices, integration with US customs clearance logic, Excel-ready data preparation and import modules, system integration and workflow optimization, custom automation architecture development, Vercel deployment and front-end development, and Google Cloud integration.
Impact: Currently saving 4 FTEs (In Progress)
In ProgressComplete Salesforce Integration Suite
Full-scale Salesforce integration completed in 3 months. Implemented multiple data pipelines for various domains and objects with both unidirectional and bidirectional synchronization. Custom field mapping, workflow automation, and seamless ERP integration.
Impact: Single source of truth enabling real-time, data-driven decisions
Real-Time Webshop-to-ERP Data Pipelines
Design and implementation of real-time data pipelines between webshops and ERP systems, including intelligent address matching (fuzzy matching), automated article creation in ERP, cross-department notifications, and seamless integration into existing business processes. Includes automated consumables ordering for contract customers, contract validation, input validation, customer-friendly consumables views, and automated model-to-cartridge mappings for fully automated contract-based ordering.
Impact: Fully automated ordering
Automated Service Billing & ERP Booking
Custom development of automated billing and accounting logic for service calls, fully embedded into ERP infrastructures using T-SQL scripting and custom business logic.
Impact: 100% automated billing
Centralized Monitoring for M2M Devices
Aggregation of multiple M2M systems into a single monitoring platform, including threshold management and automated notifications when limits are exceeded.
Impact: Unified device monitoring
Salesforce Vendor Integration
Implementation of on-demand Salesforce integrations to make vendor articles searchable directly within Salesforce. Enables opportunity-based article selection and real-time purchase price validation.
Impact: Seamless vendor integration
M2M Suite Integrations into ERP
Integration of multiple M2M platforms into ERP systems to enable automated ordering, threshold-based triggers, counter data synchronization, and fully automated billing processes.
Impact: End-to-end automation
Contract Analytics & Evaluation Platform
Development of advanced contract evaluation tools for complex print and service environments. Consolidates contract revenues, fixed and variable income, service deployment costs, and operational expenses to provide full transparency across all contracts and enable data-driven business decisions.
Impact: Complete contract transparency
Contract Usage & Overconsumption Analysis
Tools to track customer usage of contract-included services and compare actual consumption against contractual limits using complex business logic. Enables early detection of overusage and preparation of customer-facing reports.
Impact: Proactive usage tracking
Service Performance & Revenue Analytics
Analytics solutions to track field service engineers, including performance, proficiency, utilization, and revenue contribution.
Impact: Data-driven workforce insights
Logistics & Order Planning Tools
Development of database-driven planning tools that consolidate open orders and streamline logistics workflows, significantly improving operational efficiency.
Impact: Streamlined operations
Advanced SQL Consulting & Data Operations
High-impact SQL data manipulations, mass updates in production systems, and creation of cross-departmental reports to support critical business decisions.
Impact: Enabled critical data operations
ERP Backlog Cleanup & Optimization
Systematic cleanup and restructuring of ERP backlogs, including contracts, service calls, and operational data to restore process efficiency and data quality.
Impact: Restored data integrity
Data Migration for Mergers & Acquisitions
End-to-end data migration during company acquisitions, including data cleansing, mapping, validation, and seamless integration into existing ERP landscapes.
Impact: Zero-downtime migration
Technical Implementation of E-Invoicing (X-Rechnung)
Technical introduction and integration of X-Rechnung standards into enterprise billing and accounting processes.
Impact: E-invoicing compliance
IT Consulting & Enterprise Architecture
Strategic consulting and hands-on expertise for integrating new systems into complex enterprise architectures.
Impact: Successful system integrations
Automated Lead Generation & Web Scraping
Web scraping solutions for automated lead generation, including data extraction from public sources and fully automated outbound acquisition emails for automotive suppliers.
Impact: Automated lead acquisition
Professional Experience
8+ years in Data Engineering & Automation
Freelance Data Engineer & Automation Specialist
Providing expert data engineering and automation solutions to businesses. Specializing in complex integrations, workflow automation, and data-driven process optimization.
Business Data Engineer
Responsible for data-driven management and optimization of company-wide processes. Implementation of automation projects ranging from VBA solutions to CRM integration.
Team Lead Project Management
Was responsible for coordinating and supporting internal projects to achieve lasting efficiency gains. Drawing on extensive expertise and data-driven problem-solving, I identified challenges and developed tailored solutions. In close collaboration with other team leaders, I implemented strategic company objectives and optimized business processes. In doing so, I oversaw major projects – from Salesforce integrations to complex migration processes in the context of acquisitions.
Master Thesis - Balanced Scorecard
Automated Visualization of a Balanced Scorecard - Selection and Testing of Standard Software
Student Assistant – Service Management & Executive Support
Developed VBA, SQL, and T-SQL tools for performance analysis and management reporting. Optimized service and operational processes.
Education
Academic Background
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Business Information Systems
- ▹Master Thesis: Balanced Scorecard Automation
- ▹Focus on Business Intelligence
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Management and Information Systems
- ▹Student Athlete Soccer
- ▹4 years USA experience
- ▹International teamwork
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