Andras Szakos

As a member of the top management team at Schindler Hungary, I lead the Sales, Installation, and In-house Engineering divisions, driving strategic growth and operational excellence across these business areas. I am responsible for full P&L management, strategic planning, and the execution of sales and installation projects that align with corporate objectives and deliver measurable customer value. My focus is on strengthening market position, developing high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Key achievements include optimizing sales processes, achieving a 10.4% year-over-year increase in sales volume for 2025, improving installation quality by 20%, and reducing installation costs by 11%. I also improved cross-functional efficiency between commercial and technical operations

Managing three teams and overseeing sales targets: - Coaching team members on a weekly basis. - Managing VIP customer relationships. - Leading trade strategy planning, content creation, and education.

Managing two teams with full accountability for sales targets: - Consistently exceeded sales plans in 2020, 2021, and 2022. - Coaching team members on a weekly basis. - Managing VIP customer relationships. - Leading trade strategy planning, content creation, and education.

Responsible for Hilti On!Track software and service sales: - Leading high-level negotiations at the CEO and executive level to secure strategic partnerships. - Successfully achieved all contract targets for two consecutive years 2017 and 2018. - Managing the implementation and delivery of onsite solution training for key partners to ensure long-term value.

Managed a large-scale customer base of 600+ accounts, ensuring consistent engagement and retention. - Achieved 60% YoY sales growth and a 41% increase in order volume in 2016. - Ranked 1st nationwide in the Hilti Hungary sales competition, earning membership in the prestigious Hilti TOP Club.

Spearheaded cost-cutting initiatives, achieving an average 6% reduction in purchasing prices. - Launched and supervised a consignment warehouse at a key partner's site, optimizing inventory management. - Managed a portfolio of 50+ key accounts across 6 countries, generating a €1.3M turnover. - Surpassed 2011 targets, achieving 131% of the goal.

Led the implementation of the company’s new Oracle-based ERP system (Infosys).

Pioneered the transition to railway transportation for product logistics and oversaw the strategic development of the company website

Managed external resources and marketing for 'The Global Cooking Night,' a high-profile event for 400+ attendees.