Laszlo Denk
Székesfehérvár
Summary
Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in all management expertise.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Dewhurst
09.2007 - Current
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Championed process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Enhanced workplace safety protocols proactively addressing potential hazards before they became critical incidents.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Established a high-performing executive team, recruiting top talent from diverse industries to drive organizational excellence.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Documented processes and drafted SOPs to comply with regulations and company policies.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by investing in employee development programs and resources.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Led development of comprehensive business plan to maximize profitability and company performance.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide growth objectives, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Operations Manager
Sanmina
06.2005 - 08.2007
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Manufacturing Plant Manager
Xomox
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Spearheaded environmental initiatives to reduce waste production, conserving resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Enhanced product quality by establishing rigorous quality control measures and training plant staff on best practices.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and streamlining operations.
- Reduced production downtime with regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Managed budgets, reducing operational costs through careful financial planning and monitoring of expenses.
- Implemented safety procedures to decrease workplace accidents and maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Optimized scheduling processes for better resource allocation and workflow management.
- Increased output capacity by overseeing the installation of new machinery and upgrading existing equipment.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability within the organization.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Manufacturing Plant Manager
SUOFTEC
07.2001 - 09.2003
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Achieved on-time delivery targets by closely monitoring order fulfillment processes and addressing potential bottlenecks promptly.
- Spearheaded environmental initiatives to reduce waste production, conserving resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and streamlining operations.
- Reduced production downtime with regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Managed budgets, reducing operational costs through careful financial planning and monitoring of expenses.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and improve overall plant performance.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Project Process Engineer
ALCOA
02.1998 - 06.2001
- Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for project completion without delays or budget overruns.
- Created and implemented project plans for new or improved industrial processes.
- Improved overall plant performance by conducting regular audits of operational processes and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process changes.
- Reduced downtime and increased production capacity with strong maintenance plans.
- Analyzed critical line data to make recommendations for improvement.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Trained junior engineers in the use of industry-specific software tools, increasing their productivity levels significantly.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency in industrial production.
- Developed and deployed industrial automation systems, increasing efficiency and reduce costs.
- Optimized workflow by designing and implementing process improvements, leading to increased productivity.
- Prepared scope of work documentation for use in project planning
- Served as a liaison between engineering teams and management, facilitating effective communication of project updates and requirements.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to select the most suitable equipment, materials, or services based on cost and performance factors.
- Led root cause analysis investigations to identify issues and develop solutions for process improvements.
- Developed standard operating procedures to improve consistency across all projects and departments.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Managed complex engineering projects from concept development through final deployment stages while adhering closely to established timelines.
- Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Manufacturing Process Engineer
PHILIPS VÉGSZERELÖ KÖZPONT MAGYARORSZÁG KFT
05.1996 - 01.1998
- Developed process documentation, ensuring consistent operations across all shifts.
- Provided technical support during equipment installation or upgrades, minimizing downtime during transitions between production lines or facilities.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams to troubleshoot non-conformances and develop corrective actions for root cause analysis findings.
- Supported the introduction of new products by coordinating pilot runs and ramp-up activities while maintaining quality standards throughout the process transition period.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Miskolci Egyetem
Miskolc, Hungary06.1995
Skills
- Administrative Management
- Schedule Management
- Workforce Planning
- Revenue Growth
- Budget Management
- Business Leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Budget Development
- Decision-Making
- International Expansion
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
Languages
Hungarian
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Managing Director
Dewhurst
09.2007 - Current
Operations Manager
Sanmina
06.2005 - 08.2007
Manufacturing Plant Manager
Xomox
09.2003 - 05.2005
Manufacturing Plant Manager
SUOFTEC
07.2001 - 09.2003
Project Process Engineer
ALCOA
02.1998 - 06.2001
Manufacturing Process Engineer
PHILIPS VÉGSZERELÖ KÖZPONT MAGYARORSZÁG KFT
05.1996 - 01.1998
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Miskolci Egyetem
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