ZOLTAN BALOGH
BUDAPEST,Hungary
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in budgeting proficiency, project governance, and risk mitigation planning. Demonstrates a strong track record in contract performance reporting, business performance reviews, and implementing cost-reduction strategies to drive organisational efficiency. Skilled in vendor relationship management and corporate strategy implementation, with a focus on health and safety management. Committed to delivering measurable results through strategic planning and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Account Director - EMEA - MSD Account
SODEXO
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed a portion of Sodexo's global Integrated Facility Management (IFM) contract for Merck and MSD across 56 sites in 30+ countries.
- Full P&L responsibility for €35M in revenue, ensuring profitability and operational excellence. Achieved above-target client satisfaction and scorecard results, while maintaining EHS KPIs on target.
- Led remote coordination of major projects, including relocations, refurbishments, and right-sizing initiatives to optimize facility operations.
- Overachieved revenue and gross margin targets in 2023 and 2024. Successfully implemented MSD's EHS standards as part of the scope, leading to four successful EHS audits without critical findings.
- Built strong collaboration with CSA partners (KEYFMI and GWI), ensuring smooth operations and strategic alignment.
CEO and Managing Director - Hungary, Romania and Czech Republic
SODEXO
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Led the transformation and growth of Sodexo's operations across three countries, overseeing sales, revenue (€23M), and full P&L ownership.
- Spearheaded a major restructuring effort in collaboration with the M&A team and EY, ensuring the long-term sustainability and profitability of the business.
- Built and developed high-performing management teams in each country, driving double-digit organic growth and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Chaired Country Leadership Committee meetings for effective decision-making process.
Operations Director - Corporate Segment - Hungary
SODEXO
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Oversaw food and facility management (FM) operations across 20+ clients and more than 30 canteens, serving major corporations such as P&G, Bosch, Audi, Unilever, Auchan, and Nokia.
- Managed full P&L responsibility, supported local sales bids, led contract renegotiations, and successfully executed new site openings.
- Focused on optimizing service delivery, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving operational efficiency in a dynamic corporate environment.
- Collaborated with sales team to streamline customer experience and boost client retention rates.
- Managed risk effectively, ensuring business continuity during challenging periods.
Education
Certified Facilities Manager - Facility Management
Technical University of Budapest
Budapest 09.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor's degree - Economist
Budapest Business School Faculty of Commerce
09.2001 - 08.2006
Skills
- Budgeting proficiency
- Project governance
- Risk mitigation planning
- Contract performance reporting
- Business performance reviews
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Vendor relationship management
- Corporate strategy implementation
- Health and safety management
Languages
English
Fluent
Hungarian
Native
Custom
- Regional Account Director
- Cluster Manager
- Operations Director
- Manager within the GSA community
- Program Manager
- Mobilization Manager
- Food expert
Affiliations
- Skiing
Personal Information
Marital status: Married
Timeline
Regional Account Director - EMEA - MSD Account
SODEXO
01.2023 - 02.2025
CEO and Managing Director - Hungary, Romania and Czech Republic
SODEXO
01.2016 - 01.2023
Certified Facilities Manager - Facility Management
Technical University of Budapest
09.2014 - 08.2015
Operations Director - Corporate Segment - Hungary
SODEXO
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor's degree - Economist
Budapest Business School Faculty of Commerce
09.2001 - 08.2006
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