Peter Farkas

Operations & Supply Chain Executive | Automotive & Industrial | Leading Large-Scale Logistics & Manufacturing Operations (400–650 HC)

Šenkvice, Bratislava, Slovakia

About

About Senior Operations & Supply Chain Executive with over 20 years of experience leading large-scale logistics, manufacturing support and end-to-end supply chain operations in automotive and industrial environments. Proven track record in stabilising complex, high-volume operations, leading teams of up to 650 employees, and delivering measurable improvements in operational performance, material flow reliability and cost efficiency for demanding OEM clients. Experienced in internal logistics, JIT/JIS operations, warehousing, procurement, inventory governance and external logistics networks, with strong focus on KPI-driven management, visual management, and data-based decision making. I specialise in building predictable, scalable and performance-driven operations that support business objectives, operational excellence and long-term growth. Comfortable operating across multi-site organisations, corporate structures and supplier ecosystems. Key areas of expertise: • Operations & Supply Chain Leadership (HC 30–650) • Automotive logistics & production material flow • JIT/JIS, sequencing, replenishment, ASN management • Warehouse & external logistics governance • Procurement, inventory & CAPEX management • Lean, Kaizen, 5S & continuous improvement

Experience

  • Operations Manager at DHL Supply Chain
    Jan 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

    DHL TUPE Syncreon, Internal logistics for Jaguar Landrover On-site. Key responsibilities: - Leading internal logistics operations for Jaguar Land Rover (HC 400). - Overall management of unloading/loading flows, internal material movement, empties, kitting, and sequencing. - Governance of ASN and aging ASN processes. - Management of external warehouse operations and coordination of material availability. - Ensuring high-volume, time-critical logistics performance and operational continuity. Focus areas: operational stability, process optimization, cross-functional leadership, service performance.

  • Production & Logistics Manager at Grupo Antolin
    Aug 2018 - Nov 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos

    - Led production operations within a high-volume automotive environment (HC 650). - Managed raw material and expedition warehouse operations. - Oversaw JIT import/export flows and alignment with OEM schedules. - Managed procurement activities and supplier communication. - Ensured operational continuity, compliance, and performance efficiency.

  • Purchase & Logistics Manager at ASSA ABLOY Group
    May 2016 - Nov 2017 · 1 yr 7 mos

    - Responsible for strategic procurement and supplier negotiations (HC 15). - Managed raw material and expedition warehouse operations. - Coordinated internal material flow across manufacturing processes. - Implemented improvements in inventory and procurement processes.

  • Manager of support sevices (logistic and supply chain) at Veolia energia a.s.
    Jan 2012 - May 2016 · 4 yrs 5 mos

    - Managed logistics for 15 manufacturing subsidiaries across Slovakia. - Led 9 satellite workplaces with a combined workforce of HC 80. - Responsible for efficient inventory, procurement, process standardization, and operational excellence. - Delivered CAPEX projects, optimized procedures, and supported commercial activities.

  • Supply Chain Manager & IT Manager at BORG Automotive A/S
    Mar 2000 - Oct 2011 · 11 yrs 8 mos

    - Led logistics operations in automotive remanufacturing (HC 30). - Responsible for procurement, material planning, and local sales. - Oversaw internal/external material flows and warehouse activities. - Delivered IT solutions supporting supply chain operations.