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Soma Laskay

Soma Laskay

Bettws,UK

Summary

Driven Print Specialist with expertise in graphic design and project management, coupled with strong problem-solving and communication abilities. Demonstrated capability in managing print production processes and ensuring high-quality outputs. Committed to enhancing brand visibility and operational efficacy through meticulous attention to detail and innovative solutions.

Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Operations Team Lead

The Real Wrap Co.
Bristol
10.2024 - Current
  • Upheld workplace health and safety standards.
  • Assigned responsibilities within team, driving stronger collaboration and efficiency.
  • Designed and implemented procedures to improve consistency and streamline operational tasks.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by adapting to both expected and sudden obstacles.
  • Increased production accuracy by 90%, re-organised stock and inventory control.
  • Developed and implemented improvement projects utilising computer programming, mobile development and virtual warehousing skills to modernise and optimise operations.

Site Manager (Fixed-term)

TC Facilities Management
Bristol, UK
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Identified and revamped SOPs and team structure at Amazon BRS1 Fulfilment Centre.
  • Leveraged knowledge, skills and experience gained on-site since 2019.
  • Conducted Risk Assessments, 5S reviews and Safety Audits to promote Continuous Improvement and sustainability.
  • Managed 60 personnel, including supervisors, drivers, and operatives, in continuous shift rota.
  • Ensured compliance with COSHH and H&S regulations through regular audits and Gemba walks.
  • Conducted and carried out Stock Control, Procurement, Profit&Loss, Payroll, Rota management, Team schedules, HR-related meetings and disciplinary investigations.
  • Streamlined communication channels across teams, site management and head office.

Operations Manager

Movianto UK
Bristol, UK
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed and executed operational strategies, policies, and procedures
  • Monitored and analysed operational metrics to enhance productivity and drive process improvements
  • Oversaw daily operations, managing inventory, logistics and supply chain
  • Oversaw operational duties for 45 staff across management, driving, and warehouse roles
  • Implemented Lean Six Sigma techniques to optimise workflows and minimise unnecessary waste

Operations & Transport Supervisor

Amazon
Bristol, UK
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Led and inspired high-performing team of 28 professionals to achieve operational excellence.
  • Managed fleet pool and transport operations with 3PL and Amazon drivers.
  • Implemented and improved Health & Safety and Sustainability measures.
  • Developed high-performing team environment through strong emphasis on teamwork and communication.
  • Worked alongside Amazon sites and central flow to enhance efficiency in challenging environment.

Site Lead

Amazon
Newport
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Updated and optimised warehouse management systems and safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Expanded vehicle maintenance schedules and guaranteed regular MOT compliance.
  • Implemented and enforced quality control measures to uphold standards of excellence.
  • Superintended external team of 15 members as single point-of-contact on fixed-term basis, resulting in streamlined communication and elevated project co-ordination.
  • Directed transportation and operations by overseeing average of 135K shipments per day.

Operations Apprentice & Warehouse Associate

Amazon
Bristol, UK
01.2019 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced processes to boost operational efficiency.
  • Contributed to creating employee training programmes to boost workplace effectiveness for 3,000 employees on-site.
  • Engaged in professional skills workshops to enhance career development.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Prioritised tasks effectively for optimal workflow management.

Founder / CEO

Help2Print
Budapest
05.2016 - 01.2023
  • Networked with industry leaders to cultivate partnerships.
  • Merged experience with business skills to offer comprehensive client-focused service to 50+ customers.
  • Boosted business growth through outstanding service and client recommendations.
  • Provided top-level, all-inclusive service to customers, including design, printing and logistics.
  • Developed strategic alliances for seamless service and maintaining 5-star quality

Key Account Manager / Estimator

Pharma Press
Budapest
01.2016 - 10.2018
  • Leveraged strong working knowledge of products and systems within printing industry, including 10+ different printing, finishing and special effects technologies.
  • Identified new business opportunities and increased lead generation to grow profits.
  • Maintained reliable database of supplier costs, enhancing estimating accuracy to above 95%.
  • Increased accuracy of project bids with meticulous cost analysis.

System Improvement Specialist (Fixed-Term)

GloboPress Ltd
Budapest, Hungary
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Directed three departments, collaborating with external stakeholders for five-month beta phase.
  • Advised architects and engineers to strengthen project delivery and efficiency.
  • Developed and managed 140 pages of detailed project documentation ensuring future knowledge base.
  • Directed efforts of 4 engineers and 2 architects to ensure successful delivery of web-to-print project.
  • Created intelligent pricing system enhancing accuracy and competitiveness in project estimates.
  • Completed development project, delivering results within fixed-term contract timeframe.
  • Coordinated supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of products.

Printing Specialist

Printing Solutions
Budapest
03.2015 - 06.2016
  • Compiled industry data on competitor pricing, materials costs and supply chain issues to help set accurate pricing.
  • Achieved high customer retention with excellent relationship management skills with 22 private clients and cooperated in projects of 30 clients.
  • Created marketing collateral in alignment with brand guidelines.
  • Managed bulk printing orders to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality.

Account Manager / Estimator / Production Planner

Demax / Print City Europe
Budapest
05.2012 - 03.2015
  • Created sales and performance reports for senior management and key stakeholders.
  • Maintained single-point contact role, fostering client relations to achieve ongoing business for 30 clients.
  • Provided precise cost estimates for 60-80 extensive projects daily.
  • Developed business opportunities by showcasing product benefits to potential clients.
  • Created and enhanced new estimation methods implemented by 40 internal stakeholders.

Estimator / Account Manager

PrintPix
Budapest
01.2011 - 05.2012
  • Implemented standardised production management system (Scroll) based on 5+ years of experience gained at Keskeny & Co. while mastering software.
  • Created SOPs and documentation for sales and operations personnel.
  • Managed multiple estimations simultaneously whilst maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.
  • Exhibited keen attention to detail in reviewing tender documents for discrepancies.
  • Successfully trained and coached 34 internal customers on estimator software.

Estimator

Keskeny & Co.
Budapest
10.2005 - 01.2011
  • Played key role in bid preparation, contributing to winning proposals, participating and winning tender projects of 400-600 products.
  • Developed detailed cost estimates for complex printing projects to ensure budget accuracy. 100-150 calculations daily.
  • Assessed project feasibility by thoroughly evaluating technical documentation, specifications and instructions.
  • Analysed project performance to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Calculated equipment, materials and duration costs for project budgeting utilising wide range of printing and binding machinery.
  • Utilised estimator software (Scroll) to reference data and estimates.

Education

Advanced Software Developer Diploma - SQL, .NET, Azure, C#, OOP, GitHub, DevOps

Pitman Training
Cardiff, UK
04.2023 - 01.2025

Front-End Web Developer Diploma - JavaScript, Visual Basic, HTML, CSS, Distinction

Pitman Training
Cardiff, UK
04.2022 - 04.2023

Multiple Front-end Developer Certificates - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python 3

SoloLearn
Newport, UK
01.2024

Business Improvement Tech Certificate - Leadership, Business Management, Distinction

Amazon UK
Bristol, UK
11.2022

Front-end Developer Diploma - NVQ4, Distinction

GTM Technic
08.2002

High-school Diploma - NVQ 3

Csepeli Vendéglátóipari
09.2003 - 06.2005

Skills

  • Printing (Digital, Lithography, Flexo, Screenprinting, Letterpress)
  • Graphic Design (Xara Designer Pro, Adobe Ai, Xd)
  • Pre-Press (Adobe Acrobat Pro, PitStop, Quite Imposing)
  • Calculation / Estimation (Microsoft Excel ScrollMAX 30, 40)
  • Word Processing, Presentation (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint)
  • Logistics, Transportation and Warehousing
  • Software Development, Computer Programming
  • Lean Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement
  • Data Analysis & KPI Evaluation

Affiliations

  • Printing (basic, photo and specialties)
  • 3D Printing (resin)
  • Graphic Design, PrePress
  • Drone Piloting, aerial photography
  • Coding, programming
  • Languages

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Operations Team Lead

The Real Wrap Co.
10.2024 - Current

Site Manager (Fixed-term)

TC Facilities Management
01.2024 - 12.2024

Operations Manager

Movianto UK
01.2024 - 12.2024

Advanced Software Developer Diploma - SQL, .NET, Azure, C#, OOP, GitHub, DevOps

Pitman Training
04.2023 - 01.2025

Operations & Transport Supervisor

Amazon
01.2023 - 12.2024

Front-End Web Developer Diploma - JavaScript, Visual Basic, HTML, CSS, Distinction

Pitman Training
04.2022 - 04.2023

Site Lead

Amazon
01.2022 - 12.2023

Operations Apprentice & Warehouse Associate

Amazon
01.2019 - 12.2022

Founder / CEO

Help2Print
05.2016 - 01.2023

Key Account Manager / Estimator

Pharma Press
01.2016 - 10.2018

Printing Specialist

Printing Solutions
03.2015 - 06.2016

System Improvement Specialist (Fixed-Term)

GloboPress Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2014

Account Manager / Estimator / Production Planner

Demax / Print City Europe
05.2012 - 03.2015

Estimator / Account Manager

PrintPix
01.2011 - 05.2012

Estimator

Keskeny & Co.
10.2005 - 01.2011

High-school Diploma - NVQ 3

Csepeli Vendéglátóipari
09.2003 - 06.2005

Multiple Front-end Developer Certificates - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Python 3

SoloLearn

Business Improvement Tech Certificate - Leadership, Business Management, Distinction

Amazon UK

Front-end Developer Diploma - NVQ4, Distinction

GTM Technic
Soma Laskay