Attila Horvath

Innovative Logistic Planner Specializing in liquid Gas and Petrol Distribution | 10+ Years of Experience in Streamlining Operations Across Europe

Bern, Berne, Switzerland

About

Resolve complex and creative tasks, fill a responsible vacancy

Experience

  • Logistic specialist at CARBAGAS AG / Air LIQUIDE
    Oct 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 10 mos

    In a team of planners and dispatchers, I work closely with customer service, suppliers, sales, asset management, and finance to meet customer logistics needs, challenge the status quo, and implement new delivery frequency models. My main goal is to enhance supply chain responsiveness in fulfilling customer demand at optimal cost. Demand Planning: Design multiple scenarios to optimize and adapt sales forecasts to market trends, coordinate decision-making for impactful deliveries, and ensure the flow of primary goods. Collaborate with the asset team on product launches, seasonal optimization, and commercial decisions. Supply Planning: Supervise the carrier fleet, prioritize and analyze demand-generating events, and adjust needs to minimize financial impact. Distribution Planning: Execute operational distribution, ensure punctuality, and alert on potential shortages. Guarantee product supply and availability for timely deliveries, and serve as a backup for dispatchers. Deputy Head of Transport Logistics: Develop and implement logistics strategies to optimize costs and service delivery. Coordinate various departments, address logistical issues, and lead a team of logistics professionals. Responsibilities include hiring, training, and monitoring progress. KPI Reporting: Analyze current flows via Power BI, suggest process improvements, and perform necessary analyses for management, dispatchers and hauliers. Project Leader/Participant: Lead projects such as switching to a new planner tool and implementing a new SAP version. Create and introduce new KPIs. Key User Role: Optimize planning and reporting tools, improve connectivity and transparency with other teams, and enhance flexibility, speed, and reactivity, SAP testing Achievements: - Member of the Continuous Improvement team, refining goals, targets, and savings. - Member of the Technical Community Leaders (TCL) expert group, contributing to business development and logistics expertise in the Air Liquide Group

  • Logistic Planner and Dispatcher - BULK at Air Liquide
    Aug 2014 - Aug 2018 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    Inventory management: Maintained optimal inventory levels and coordinated distribution of liquid CO2 by truck and rail for customers in Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Coordination and Collaboration: Worked closely with third party logistics (3PL) providers, suppliers and internal teams to streamline supply chain processes. Logistics Planning: Optimised the use of truck scheduling systems to increase efficiency and reduce the cost of transporting goods. Sourcing and Logistics Coordination: Made strategic decisions regarding plant assignments for truck loading, effectively sourcing goods during production stops. Ensured a seamless and dependable supply chain, including managing products for competitor trucks. B2B Customer Service: Provided exceptional B2B customer service, handling order creation and managing communication with various stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries. Multilingual support: Leveraged French and English translation capabilities to facilitate communication and coordination in international logistics. Analytical Skills: Applied strong analytical skills to improve forecasting and decision-making processes.

  • ExxonMobil (3 yrs 6 mos)
    • Logistic Planner and Dispatcher
      Jan 2013 - Jun 2014 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Supply Chain Management: Ensured timely supply of retail and motorway sites through meticulous planning and execution. Stock Replenishment: Managed automatic stock replenishment systems to maintain optimal inventory levels, ensuring seamless operations. Truck Dispatch Optimization: Oversaw truck dispatching optimization system, fine-tuning parameters for optimal usage and planning across France. Analytical Decision-Making: Utilized strong analytical skills to make informed decisions that enhanced logistical operations and reduced costs. Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborated with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations. Bilingual Communication: Provided support in both English and French, enhancing communication and service delivery.

    • Account Receivable Analyst - Customer Care Assistant
      Jan 2011 - Dec 2012 · 2 yrs

      Financial support and bookkeeping for ESSO customers for France, Belgium and Switzerland. - monitoring the main Exxon bank account - allocating the unidentified amounts, clear the customer's accounts - chasing overdue - creating/deleting credit/debit notes and handling the different complains. - telephone conference with the Sales and Credit department daily contact with the following departments: Sales, Credit, Delivery Management, Inventory Account, Product Movement Additional tasks: Stand-in role for Customer Care and Wholesale Accounts Receivable Team

  • Consul assistant at French Embassy
    Jun 2009 - Jun 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo

    In my role as a Consul assistant at the French Embassy in Budapest, I efficiently managed routine administration work, supported French citizens residing in Hungary, and provided exceptional visitor engagement. I organized and managed events, coordinated employee relations, and fostered a cooperative work environment to ensure smooth operations at the consulate.

  • Renovation and furnishing line manager at Tower International Real Estate
    Feb 2004 - May 2009 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    Innovative Project Management: Led a dedicated department focused on transforming properties with cutting-edge renovation and furnishing solutions, significantly boosting investment value and equity. Team Leadership: Successfully managed and inspired a team of four professionals, ensuring cohesive and productive collaboration. Comprehensive Coordination: Oversaw multiple renovation teams and experts, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure seamless project execution. Impressive Track Record: Furnished over 300 apartments with modern interior designs, utilizing Archicad for precise and innovative solutions. Strategic Planning: Developed business plans and sales offers, delivering exceptional client service and meeting diverse customer needs.