Steffen Göbel
About Steffen Göbel
Steffen Göbel is a Senior Manager Transition & Business Operations at SAP Fioneer, with extensive experience in leading international teams and implementing digital transformation strategies in the financial services sector. He has held various leadership roles at AirPlus International and has a background in business administration and executive education.
Work at SAP Fioneer
Steffen Göbel has been serving as Senior Manager Transition & Business Operations at SAP Fioneer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on overseeing transitions and optimizing business operations within the organization. His position involves implementing strategies that enhance operational efficiency and support the company's objectives in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at AirPlus International
Prior to his current role, Steffen Göbel held various positions at AirPlus International from 2001 to 2021. He served as Managing Director from 2014 to 2020, where he led the organization in Bologna, Italy. His earlier roles included Director of Processing Services for VISA/Mastercard, Product Manager, Executive Director Global Services, and Executive Director Customer Financials. These positions contributed to his extensive experience in managing international teams and driving business transformation.
Education and Expertise
Steffen Göbel studied at Hochschule Heilbronn, where he achieved a Graduate Business Administrator degree from 1992 to 1996. He is also pursuing Executive Education in the Emerging Leader Development Program at Columbia Business School, which he began in 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in business operations and strategic management.
Background in Sales and Project Management
Steffen Göbel began his career in sales and project management, working as a Sales Manager at Damino GmbH for three months in 2000. He also served as a Project Manager at MCO MARKETING COMMUNICATION ORGANISATION in 1997 for six months. These early experiences laid the foundation for his later roles in management and operations.
International Experience and Digital Transformation
Steffen Göbel has practical international experience in the APAC region, particularly in Singapore and China, as well as in Italy. He has implemented a company-wide transformation strategy aimed at digitizing business processes and has developed automation and cost reduction strategies through reorganizations and process management methods. His work emphasizes digital advancement in operational areas, including customer journey and financial processes.