Krisztián N.-Centre of Excellence S&OP Transformation Lead (Contract)
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Centre of Excellence S&OP Transformation Lead (Contract)
Pernod Ricard
- Worked for the Asia HQ and supported the rollout of S&OP enhancements in the Malaysia and Korea business units (on site); played a key role in integrating S&OP and cash flow planning in the Asia markets
- Redesigned processes, helped change mindsets, and managed change through training, workshops and clear communications; supported business unit management; acted as interim demand planning manager and mentored the incoming manager in Malaysia
- Supported the rollout of the Anaplan statistical forecasting module and other enhancements at the Paris HQ; mentored pilot markets in the UK and Turkey and trained the first wave of markets
Senior Transformation Manager
Diageo
- Established a new SSC function for statistical demand forecasting to support the monthly planning cycle of Diageo subsidiaries worldwide; designed the working model with markets, defined team capability requirements, adopted systems and methodology, and developed tools
- Mapped stakeholders, identified the expected benefits of the program for individuals at all levels, and convinced over 30 market and regional supply chain directors and GMs worldwide to change their planning model without making the central service compulsory
- Participated in the design of a new global operating model for tactical planning involving global senior leaders from operations, sales, marketing and finance; established the change management approach, identified major gaps in processes and skills, and created the roadmap for change
- Deployed the ADKAR change management model and maintained change reporting and communications (monthly updates on steering meeting outcomes and major milestones) for executives, directors and managers
- Organized a global workshop for all affected managers and experts to prepare them to manage communication and training challenges with other departments in their markets
- Mentored and supported the global demand planning community through regular virtual meetings across all time zones to facilitate the change process
- Developed an industry benchmark solution for the central forecasting service over a three-year period, hosting benchmarking visits by senior leaders from Nestlé and PepsiCo to study ways of working and the change management approach
- Built and led a multicultural team with diverse backgrounds in supply chain and statistics across three locations; planned and controlled budgets and managed recovery efforts with business units
Consultant in SCM and Project Management
Cegos, rockaBI and self-employed
- Supported the definition of supply chain strategy and the outsourcing of warehousing and distribution when entering the Hungarian market (Aflofarm Pharma)
- Helped SME clients establish and improve integrated planning processes (Medimpex a Servier Pharma company, Primor Cosmetics Distribution)
- Improved procurement-related financial processes by automating data flows, data transformation and reporting; led a team of analysts and developers and managed relationships with senior leaders at the client organization (BP)
- Used lean methodology to identify and analyze problems and overcome supply chain challenges at manufacturing organizations across different industries (Provimi Pet Food, Heineken, Emerson, Zollner, Adval)
Module Leader in Operations Management, Logistics Management, Project Management
IBS – Budapest/Oxford Brookes University, ESSCA Grande École – Budapest, Gödöllő/Webster MBA
- Selected as a model teacher for using innovative teaching methods and a practical approach
- A student applied just-in-time methodology, helping their company become a market leader (webshoplogisztika.hu)
- A student applied a project management framework at Mitsubishi European HQ to reorganize the EU distribution network
Project and Operations Manager
Match Supermarkets
- Implemented a new central distribution operating model across the retail network
- Planned communications and provided updates on program status; engaged zone leaders to involve store management in addressing risks and potential benefits of the change
- Managed the warehousing and distribution of frozen products with support from a 3PL provider
Demand and Supply Planning Manager
Danone
- Developed a case for changing the outdated planning process to an S&OP philosophy and methodology; executed the program, hired experts with new skills and trained fellow departments on required capabilities
- Established the S&OP consensus model for tactical planning and set up a team of demand planners
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Experienced in Food and Beverage, Cosmetics, Energy, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Education.
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Experienced in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Logistics, Business Intelligence, and Finance.
Summary
Experienced leader with a record of transforming businesses in consulting projects and corporate business functions in FMCG and Pharma companies ranging in size from 10M to 60Bn. Proven ability to lead global projects, manage stakeholders in a virtual setting, and create value through increased sales and greater efficiency.
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Education
INSEAD
Global Executive MBA · Global Executive MBA · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
IBS-Budapest/Oxford Brookes University
BA in Business Studies · Business Studies · Budapest, Hungary · First class honors, top student in the year
Certifications & licenses
WSET Level 3 Certification
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
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Krisztián is based in Budapest, Hungary.
Krisztián speaks the following languages: Hungarian (Native), English (Advanced).
Krisztián has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Krisztián has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years and 6 months. Note that Krisztián may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Krisztián would be well-suited for roles such as: Centre of Excellence S&OP Transformation Lead (Contract), Senior Transformation Manager, Consultant in SCM and Project Management.
Krisztián's most recent position is Centre of Excellence S&OP Transformation Lead (Contract) at Pernod Ricard.
In recent years, Krisztián has worked for Pernod Ricard, Cegos and rockaBI and self-employed.
Krisztián is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage, Cosmetics, and Energy. Krisztián also has some experience in Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Education.
Krisztián is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management. Krisztián also has some experience in Logistics, Business Intelligence, and Finance.
Krisztián has recently worked in industries like Food and Beverage, Cosmetics, and Energy.
Krisztián has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Supply Chain Management.
Krisztián holds a Master in Global Executive MBA from INSEAD and a Bachelor in Business Studies from IBS-Budapest/Oxford Brookes University.
Krisztián has 1 certificate: WSET Level 3 Certification.
Krisztián is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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