Norbert Magyar

I am an experienced and results oriented sales manager with strong relationship building and negotiation skills. I also have experience as a leader, with focus on building teams, coaching and motivating employees. On the personal side, I am a family man, very environmentally conscious, open to new experiences and cultures, with a passion for running and with a good sense of humor.

Sales Manager - Color Pack Ltd

(2023-02)

Printing & packaging company

• Proactively identify and engage new business partners through targeted outreach and cold calling
• Build and maintain strong relationships with large international partners, ensuring timely and high-quality order fulfillment
• Lead and manage a team of seven colleagues responsible for preparing pricing offers
• Evaluate team performance, provide coaching and constructive feedback to support continuous improvement
• Inspire and motivate the team through a clear vision, fostering individual growth and overall team potential

Business Development Manager Hungary - Xpert Beauty (Seelester Beauty Hungary)

(2021-10 - 2023-02)

• Lead the end-to-end opening of the Hungarian store in Arena Mall, coordinating all aspects from construction and permits to marketing, stock setup, and staff recruitment
• Responsible for stock availability, staffing, and overall store performance

Key Account Manager Hungary (Lee, Wrangler brands) - VF Hungaria Ltd.

(2010-03 - 2021-07)

Branch of VF Europe; from April 2019 Lee and Wrangler brands moved under Kontoor Brands Ltd.

• Manage the wholesale distribution of the Lee and Wrangler brands in Hungary
• Maintain contact with partner stores, providing support on ordering, payments, and sales reporting, with a strong focus on key accounts
• Research and analyze market to identify growth opportunities
• Create business plans and sales reports for the European HQ in Belgium
• Negotiate commercial terms with shopping centers for new partnership stores
• Analyze P&L reports, driving cost optimization and sales growth

Store Manager - VF Hungaria Ltd.

(2008-01 - 2010-03)

• Manage daily store operations, maintaining close collaboration with warehouses and the finance center; Monitor sales, cost and stock
• Develop team's dedication to sales, performance and service quality through regular briefings, coaching and role-play sessions
• Create initiatives to increase sales and footfall

Assistant Restaurant Manager - Sheraton - Sydney, Australia

(2006-10 - 2007-10)

• Ensure excellent customer service, cash accountability, and effective supervision and coaching of staff

Assistant Restaurant Manager - Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa - Whittlebury, UK

(2005-05 - 2006-05)

• Supervise, motivate and schedule front-of-house staff, ensuring optimal coverage and high performance; Manage cash handling procedures

Senior Waiter - Cruise ship (Norwegian Star) - US

(2001-09 - 2004-12)

• Deliver high-quality customer service by ensuring prompt and professional guest interactions; support junior waiting staff, provide on-the-job training and guidance

Upskilling trainings (Selling Skills and Sales Operations) - Comline (2023 - 2024)

English Language exam - English (2017 - 2017)

Bachelor - Business Admin & Management - Kodolányi János University (2013 - 2017)