MS-Office, Project, Excel, SAP R3, HANA, SD, MM, FI, Asana, Atlassian (Trello, Jira)
Andreas Zöldag
Schwaikheim
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Operations Executive with over 20 years of diverse experience in the automotive, manufacturing, and defense sector. Expertise in driving success within complex, multi-site environments through lean transformation, KPI-driven management, and agile leadership. Currently overseeing armored vehicle programs at ACS Armoured Car System GmbH in collaboration with Rheinmetall, ensuring seamless technical and commercial execution while aligning supply chain operations. Proven leader in team development and cross-functional coordination across Europe, the US, and Asia, complemented by a disciplined background as a trained Reservist and fluency in English, German, and Hungarian to effectively navigate multicultural business landscapes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
ACS Armoured Car Systems
05.2025 - Current
- Senior Project Manager | Defense & Tactical Mobility
- E2E Program Leadership: Lead complex defense programs for specialized armored vehicles (ENOK AB, Caracal) in direct cooperation with Rheinmetall.
- Dual Accountability: Hold full technical and commercial accountability for project execution, cost control, and coordination with OEMs, clients, and complex supplier structures.
- Process and Logistics: Drive continuous process improvements, oversee supplier coordination, and ensure high-level delivery assurance and long-term sustainment.
- System Integrity: Key contributor to establishing the Configuration Management Plan (KMP) and ensuring the logistical readiness (SCM/ILS) of tactical platforms.
Senior Project Manager
Swoboda Technologies
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Senior Project Manager | Automotive Sensor R&D & Functional Safety
- E2E Program Leadership: Engaged in product development projects for automotive sensor components (Rotor Position, Current Sensors).
- ASIL-D Compliance: Developed and led projects adhering to the highest standards of functional safety (ISO 26262/ASIL-D), ensuring critical system reliability for electric powertrains.
- Profitability & Sales: Ensured and improved project profitability (cost control) and supported the sales team during the critical acquisition phase.
- Quality & Resilience: Consistently delivered projects to full satisfaction, demonstrating exceptional resilience, attention to detail, and a structured, planned approach.
Head of Research & Development (R&D) Department
RIVA Engineering
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Disciplinary Leadership: Coordinated and managed a multi-disciplinary R&D department of 28 staff (Hardware, Software, Mechanics).
- Green Tech Development: Held primary responsibility for Fuel Cell Development and Battery Storage Container projects, including budget and investment planning.
- Agile Transformation: Implemented an Agile Project Management framework (Scrum Master), establishing systematic workflows in rigid projects and achieving previously unattainable milestones.
- Process Optimization: Shaped and optimized development processes, methods, and tools to accelerate New Product Development (NPD) cycles.
Project Manager
AVL in Hungary
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Project Manager | Strategic Business Takeover & Mobility Testing
- Strategic Acquisition: Led the high-value project for the takeover of the sales operations at AVL ZalaZONE, the advanced proving ground test track, by AVL Hungary Ltd.
- Business Operator Transition: Managed the complete transfer of the Business Operator activity for the ZalaZONE testing facility, ensuring seamless continuity and operational readiness.
- Performance & Strategy: Applied certified methodologies (PMP, Scrum, Six Sigma) to drive operational setup, focused on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and strategic negotiations during the complex transition.
- Electromobility Context: Gained expertise in the R&D for electromobility and current training needs for the technical staff and management of the ZalaZONE track.
Project Manager
ae group
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Senior Project Manager | Tier 1 Aluminum Die-Casting
- Client Interface: Served as the first point of contact for clients (Tier 1: BorgWarner, ZF, Tremec), managing technical requirements and process validation.
- Project & Cost Control: Responsible for planning, steering, and controlling all project phases (deadlines, milestones, resources) and leading Project & Cost Controlling through to SOP.
- Quality Assurance: Oversaw APQP and PPAP processes with quality planning and managed risk and change throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Manager
Fémalk Zrt
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Senior Project Manager | Automotive Die Casting & Product Management
- E2E Commercial: Led customer projects from order placement through series production, ensuring all technical, commercial, and contractual obligations were met.
- Series Production: Managed product development and series production for major OEMs including the VW Group and Porsche AG (Tier 1 supply: BASF PU, Mahle).
- Claim & Quality: Managed the customer interface, including Claim Management and quality assurance, applying strong analytical and communication skills.
Project Manager / PMP
REVO-TEC Gépipari Kft
10.2010 - 12.2015
- Managing a new project firm with a new production site in mechanical engineering and metal-working.
- Supplier cooperation and acquisition with German companies.
- Managing several EU structural fund projects.
- Project manager with financial responsibility in R&D engineering project for Audi.
- Managing a supplier development project for Knorr-Bremse and Grundfos.
Strategic Purchaser
AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt
11.2005 - 09.2010
- Audi Hungaria
- Purchasing Manager
- Strategic Sourcing: Served as Series and Strategic Purchaser in the Powertrain / Electric Team, managing global and forward sourcing projects with profit responsibility (SAP MM expertise).
- Sales & Network Strategy: Managed all aspects of dealer performance and network results, defining and negotiating sales targets with VW and implementing long-term sales incentive programs.
- Market Analysis: Responsible for strategic planning and sales/marketing activities across the dealer network.
Sales Manager
Porsche Hungaria Kereskedelmi Kft
02.2000 - 10.2005
- Planning and analyzing the dealership and the network results.
- Responsible for all aspects of dealer performance, negotiate and define sales targets, negotiations with VW.
- Responsible for managing the area managers.
- Preparing sales supporting projects, strategic planning and co-ordination within the division.
- Introducing long term sales incentive programs, sales supporting projects.
Education
alfatraining Bildungszentrum GmbH
09.2021
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - International Economics
German language Andrássy University in Budapest
01.2010
Master's Degree - Business Administration and Management
Budapest University of Economic Sciences
01.1999
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration / Marketing
Budapest and Passau University of Economics
01.1998
Skills
- Automotive and drone systems
- Defense industry expertise
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional communication
- KPI tracking
- Agile methodology
Software
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Agile Scrum Master
- Agile Product Owner
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- SAP S/4HANA Cloud Certified Application Associate
- Reservist im Heimatschutzregiment
- InfoDVag des Heeres in Hammelburg
Languages
German, Hungarian (Native/Bilingual)
English (Professional Working)
Italian (Limited Working)
Russian (Elementary)
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
ACS Armoured Car Systems
05.2025 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Swoboda Technologies
01.2023 - 04.2025
Head of Research & Development (R&D) Department
RIVA Engineering
10.2021 - 12.2022
Project Manager
AVL in Hungary
09.2019 - 09.2021
Project Manager
ae group
08.2017 - 08.2019
Project Manager
Fémalk Zrt
02.2016 - 06.2017
Project Manager / PMP
REVO-TEC Gépipari Kft
10.2010 - 12.2015
Strategic Purchaser
AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt
11.2005 - 09.2010
Sales Manager
Porsche Hungaria Kereskedelmi Kft
02.2000 - 10.2005
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - International Economics
German language Andrássy University in Budapest
Master's Degree - Business Administration and Management
Budapest University of Economic Sciences
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration / Marketing
Budapest and Passau University of Economics
alfatraining Bildungszentrum GmbH