Zoltán Bereczki

As the visionary Founder & CEO of MyChowGar, I led the company from concept to execution, overseeing every aspect of its business and technology strategy. My primary focus was on building and refining the IT platforms that serve as the backbone of the business, driving technological innovation to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. I was responsible for financial planning, budgeting, and ensuring that the company maintained sustainable growth while navigating a competitive market.

I played a pivotal role in shaping the business strategy, directing long-term planning, and identifying market opportunities that aligned with the company's strengths.

Key Achievements:

• Spearheaded the development of scalable IT platforms, aligning technology with business goals.
• Led financial planning efforts, ensuring cost-effective operations and long-term profitability.
• Developed and executed the company’s business strategy, resulting in market growth and competitive positioning.
• Fostered a company culture centered on innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction.
• Established partnerships and alliances that expanded the company’s reach and capabilities.

As Head of the PSL International Business Competence Center at Magyar Telekom, I held the responsibility for driving the strategic implementation of the One.ERP template across multiple national companies (NatCos) in the European segment. I acted as the business owner for One.ERP, overseeing its alignment with organizational goals and ensuring its seamless integration across various business units. My role required close collaboration with cross-functional teams, steering both IT and business strategies to ensure the platform’s success in diverse market contexts.

I was accountable for managing the budget and the Integrated Planning Framework (iPF) for the One.ERP system, ensuring that financial resources were optimally allocated to support the overall system's development and operational goals. By cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders across Europe, I facilitated communication and decision-making, ensuring that business requirements were translated effectively into technical solutions.

In this role, I also led and coordinated multiple forums, bringing together national companies to foster collaboration and share best practices. This included managing a team of experts within the Competence Center and ensuring that they delivered on both strategic and operational goals.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully led the implementation of the One.ERP template across multiple national companies, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Managed a multimillion-euro budget, directing resources efficiently to support ERP development and operational success.
• Acted as a key liaison between business and IT, ensuring clear communication and effective alignment of strategies.
• Developed and maintained relationships with stakeholders across Europe, fostering collaboration and consensus across different national entities.
• Led cross-functional teams and drove the adoption of best practices, contributing to the system's long-term success and operational efficiency.

In my role as Request Manager at the One.PSL Competence Center, I served as the key interface between the business units and IT teams, ensuring that business requirements were accurately translated into technical solutions. I was responsible for managing the entire request process, from initial analysis through to implementation, while ensuring alignment between the needs of various national companies (NatCos) and the capabilities of the One.PSL system.

I played a pivotal role in conducting in-depth analysis of business needs and facilitated cross-functional communication to ensure that all stakeholders were aligned throughout the project lifecycle. My responsibilities also included organizing and managing the common forum for national companies, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices among them. I led expert teams within the Competence Center, coordinating their efforts to deliver solutions that supported the long-term goals of the business.

Additionally, I contributed to the Integrated Planning Framework (iPF) for national companies, helping shape both the strategic direction and operational planning of the One.PSL system.

Key Achievements:

• Led the request management process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of IT solutions in response to business needs.
• Acted as the primary liaison between IT and business units, facilitating effective communication and alignment.
• Managed a cross-company forum, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices among multiple national companies.
• Coordinated expert teams within the Competence Center to ensure that business objectives were met through technical implementations.
• Played a key role in the iPF planning process, aligning business strategies with IT solutions to drive operational success.

As Lead Developer and IT Project Manager at Magyar Telekom, I was responsible for overseeing IT development projects in the OSS (Operational Support Systems) area, managing all phases from business analysis to solution design and implementation. My primary focus was on ensuring that the technical solutions met the needs of the business, while driving collaboration between internal teams and external vendors.

One of my key responsibilities was leading the development and integration of legacy systems into the One.ERP SAP landscape as part of the One.PSL International rollout. This involved not only technical architecture design but also future business process planning, ensuring that the system was scalable and aligned with both current and future business needs.

In this role, I led cross-functional teams, managed external vendors, and coordinated project timelines and deliverables. My leadership ensured the successful delivery of high-impact projects while maintaining a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and adherence to budget constraints.

Key Achievements:

• Led the integration of legacy technical inventory systems into the One.ERP SAP landscape, contributing to the success of a multinational ERP rollout.
• Managed IT development projects in the OSS area, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business goals.
• Designed and implemented business processes and technical architectures that were scalable and future-proof.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams and vendor partnerships, ensuring collaboration and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Delivered complex IT solutions that improved operational efficiency and supported long-term business objectives.

As a Software Development Engineer at T-Mobile Hungary & Westel900, I was responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of internal software solutions used for network and call analysis. My role involved creating tools that supported the analysis of network performance on Ericsson and Nortel devices, as well as developing general workflow automation software for internal operations.

I managed the full software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements to delivering tested, reliable solutions. Additionally, I worked closely with various teams to ensure the tools met operational needs and contributed to enhancing overall network efficiency. My work supported critical decision-making processes by providing accurate, real-time data for network performance monitoring and management.

Key Achievements:

• Developed internal software tools to analyze network performance and streamline workflows for Ericsson and Nortel networks.
• Led the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Improved operational efficiency through the creation of automated tools that enhanced internal processes.
• Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality software that met the company's operational and technical requirements.

As an IT Specialist at SDA Studio Ltd., I was responsible for the development and implementation of the nationwide unified study system, NEPTUN ETR, which was adopted by several higher education institutions across Hungary, including prominent universities such as BME and BKE. This system streamlined academic processes, including student registration, course management, and grading, making it a critical tool for educational institutions.

In this role, I played a pivotal part in the system's design and development, collaborating with university stakeholders to ensure that the system met their specific needs. My responsibilities ranged from software development and integration to testing and troubleshooting, ensuring a seamless user experience for both administrators and students. I also provided technical support and training to users, ensuring that the system was utilized effectively.

Key Achievements:

• Developed and implemented the NEPTUN ETR, a nationwide unified study system adopted by major universities.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to design and develop a system that improved administrative efficiency in higher education institutions.
• Managed the full development lifecycle, including integration, testing, and ongoing support for the NEPTUN ETR system.
• Provided technical training and support to ensure the system was used effectively by staff and students.