Bea Szabó

Procurement Operations Manager

About

For me, procurement is a strategic function — not merely a cost center, but a driver of long-term organizational value. I strongly believe that well-structured procurement decisions directly influence an institution’s financial stability, operational efficiency, and growth potential. At Rátgéber Basketball Academy, I am responsible for the full oversight of procurement and operational processes. My role includes managing supplier relationships, leading negotiations, preparing and structuring contracts, conducting cost analysis, and ensuring transparent and compliant operations. I consistently balance financial discipline, professional integrity, and practical implementation. I am known for my structured, systems-oriented thinking and my ability to see both the strategic perspective and the operational details. I build long-term, trust-based partnerships and approach procurement as a proactive, optimizable, and value-creating function rather than a reactive task. I thrive in complex, multi-stakeholder environments where responsibility, precision, and confident decision-making are essential. Core Focus Areas: • Strategic sourcing and cost optimization • Supplier negotiation and partnership development • Contract management • Process improvement and operational efficiency • Executive-level decision support

Country

Hungary

City

Pécs

Industry

Sports

Skill

Office Administration, Invoice Processing, Sales Operations, Business Process Improvement, Operational Planning, Logistics Management, Procurement, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Capacity Planning, Vendor Management, Strategic Procurement, Contract Management, Operational Coordination, Financial Analysis, Decision Support, Stakeholder Management

Experience

Procurement Operations Manager

Rátgéber Kosárlabda Akadémia Alapítvány

2020-5 - Present · 6 yrs 5 mos

Pécs, Baranya, Hungary

• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes across multiple departments and youth programs • Manage supplier sourcing, negotiations, and long-term partnership development • Prepare and structure contracts ensuring compliance and financial transparency • Conduct cost analysis and provide executive-level decision support • Ensure structured, transparent, and auditable procurement workflows • Coordinate operational processes supporting daily academy operations • Maintain financial discipline through cost control and optimization initiatives

Office Manager

KITE Mezőgazdasági Szolgáltató és Kereskedelmi Zrt.

2018-5 - 2020-4 · 2 yrs

Pellérd, Baranya, Hungary

Oversaw smooth office operations, handled invoicing, and administered customer financing contracts generated by the sales team, ensuring accurate documentation and financial records.

Operations & Process Development Lead

Csertán Gáztechnika Kft.

2008-5 - 2018-10 · 10 yrs 6 mos

Pécs, Baranya, Hungary

• Designed and implemented the company’s operational workflows and internal process structure • Developed the company’s operational know-how and scalable field service model • Prepared and submitted public procurement (tender) documentation to secure contracts • Designed and introduced a structured customer notification and tracking system (handling thousands of registered mail notifications) • Built and optimized route planning and field logistics processes to maximize daily capacity (time–fuel–workforce optimization) • Implemented a real-time scheduling and appointment management system to support field technicians • Managed documentation and reporting in full compliance with E.ON technical and regulatory requirements • Oversaw subcontractor compliance documentation and regulatory requirements • Coordinated warehouse inventory handling and reconciliation of removed and newly installed equipment • Managed full back-office operations, including: – official correspondence and administrative documentation – banking transactions and financial record tracking – coordination with accounting – invoice preparation and financial documentation management • Provided on-site operational support when required