Gergely Szabó

Operations & Project Manager At Soundventure Ltd., a Hungarian startup, I coordinate the work of instrument manufacturing staff and manage the translation of customer orders into production plans, along with overseeing logistics tasks. I am responsible for developing the quality assurance system for both semi-finished and finished instruments, as well as handling customer complaints. I have established and manage the Promoter and Content Creator Ambassador system. My role also includes process improvement, grant and strategic tasks, and financial planning. Soundventure builds the NEOTONE, the world's first digital handpan featuring patented sensor technology.

In 2023, Imperial and Syncreon merged under DP World, introducing a new power structure with revised processes and reporting obligations. While the leadership was focused on redefining their own roles, I, as a project engineer, had to deliver results and secure project success while navigating both a legacy and a newly implemented enterprise management system.

Full management of BMW-specific automotive logistics tenders, including: Planning the logistics concept, Turnover and profit calculations, Completion of the customer price list, Technical presentations, Price negotiations. A key responsibility was the comprehensive planning of the internal logistics service for the BMW plant in Debrecen, covering all the above aspects. My contributions played a significant role in the company's successful bid, which resulted in a winning contract for the BMW Debrecen plant.

Comprehensive Logistics Consulting – A Dynamic and Versatile Independent Venture I offer expert logistics consulting services with a holistic approach to optimizing supply chain operations. My extensive experience spans both inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring tailored solutions for a variety of business needs. Key areas of expertise include: Logistics Planning & Concept Design: Crafting innovative logistics concepts with detailed process, staffing, equipment, and layout strategies for new or existing operations. Warehouse & Production Line Optimization: Designing efficient warehouse layouts, production line servicing solutions (including supermarket systems), and MTM-based process planning for streamlined operations. Efficiency & Performance Improvement: Conducting standard time measurements and efficiency analysis in warehousing, administrative, and production line environments, with a focus on Lean methodology for continuous improvement. Material Flow & Equipment Strategy: Developing comprehensive plans for material handling equipment, warehouse tools, and workforce allocation tailored to specific operational needs. Logistics Transformation & Training: Leading logistics reorganization projects, staff training, and providing hands-on support during startup phases. Operational Excellence & KPI Development: Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics operations, materials management, and production planning to drive measurable results. 5S Methodology Implementation: Introducing and auditing 5S principles within logistics environments to establish a culture of order, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This venture combines strategic thinking with hands-on expertise, ensuring every project is both innovative and results-driven.

The company is a leader in the design and manufacture of automotive seats. The plant in Mezőlak employs nearly 800 people and manufactures seat components. The product range includes seat height adjusters, seat backrest angle adjusters and safety latches for all players in the international automotive market. Main tasks: - Improving customer delivery accuracy - Inventory management - Development of supplier evaluation system and supplier development - Transport coordination - IT and Indirect Procurement - LPA/5S audits and operation of QRQC process

The company is a leader in the design and manufacture of automotive seats. The plant in Mezőlak employs nearly 800 people and manufactures seat components. The product range includes seat height adjusters, seat backrest angle adjusters and safety latches for all players in the international automotive market. Main tasks: - Improving customer delivery accuracy - Inventory management - Development of supplier evaluation system and supplier development - Transport coordination - IT and Indirect Procurement - LPA/5S audits and operation of QRQC process

Syncreon Automotive Europe provides inbound and outbound logistics services to premium automotive manufacturers employing nearly 5,000 people in 11 different locations. Inbound logistics includes, for example, warehouse operations, all forms of in-process service, finished goods delivery and handling of rolls. Outbound logistics is an umbrella term for overseas automotive parts delivery activities, including parts warehousing, one-way packaging, parts preservation, container loading. The tasks of logistics engineers at Syncreon can be divided into three main parts. RFQ engineering tasks include RFQ planning, proposal preparation and customer negotiations. Project engineering is responsible for building new sites, developing and implementing new logistics processes, manpower and equipment planning. Plant engineers are responsible for operational support, process and staffing planning, supporting technical changes and overseeing continuous improvement activities. As Engineering Director, I was not only responsible for the professional supervision, training and management of the engineering department, but I also participated in the activities of the European Board of Directors of the organisation, supporting the transformation projects and quarterly financial targets. Key projects: - Establishment of a "Centre of Excellence" research and development centre in Győr - Jaguar Land Rover Wolverhampton project / Logistics process design, solution design, headcount and asset calculation, customer negotiations - Porsche Leipzig project / Logistics process design, headcount and asset calculation, customer negotiations - Audi Győr RFQ project / Logistic process planning, headcount and asset calculation, customer negotiations

As European Engineering Manager, I was responsible for the professional supervision, training and management of engineering resources. During the year I met with operational functions at all sites, participated in project work and RFQ planning. Key projects: - Definition and monitoring of annual BPI targets for the European sites - Participation in site projects - Creation of a central knowledge base for the engineering department

Syncreon Hungary Ltd. provides inbound and outbound logistics services in Győr for AHM. Nearly 1700 employees ensure a smooth flow of materials. The logistics service provider oversees receiving, in-house delivery, warehouse management, order picking and sequence building, in-process delivery, handling of empties and CKD packaging. I was responsible for the management, supervision and training of the industrial engineering team. The main activities of the IE were evaluation and implementation of logistics processes, tools, systems, staff planning and continuous improvement projects. Key projects: - Reorganisation of the empties area" / planning and project management - New logistics concept for Audi TT production / planning and project management - Efficiency improvement, staff reduction, BPI" - project management

Sokoró Ltd. cooperated with Dräxlmaier under a subcontracting agreement. The Dräxlmaier plant employed around 700 people, producing custom-made electrical harnesses for the Audi A4 passenger car in a daily production batch in a three-shift operation. As logistics manager, I reported to the logistics manager of Dräxlmaier and the plant manager of Sokoro. I was responsible for the operational management of logistics, which included receiving, warehouse management, production dispatch, finished goods delivery and handling of empties. I was also responsible for transport management, material procurement, dispatching and production support. I was also responsible for planning and controlling the logistics budget and optimising processes. Key projects: - Complete restructuring of a cable production plant - project management - Construction of Veritas factory hall - project management - Reorganisation of the logistic environment of Dräxlmaier's production sites in Slovakia and Romania

I was in charge of production management for the Central European individual cable production at Dräxlmaier's plant in Tét (Sokoro). The daily production packages of the Sokoro, Hantech and Schütt production halls were managed here. Planning of production capacity and management of production changes required closer contact with the customer and with the managers of the production plants.