Gabriela Košuthová
Bratislava,Slovakia
Summary
Results-driven Project Management Specialist with experience leading cross-regional teams to achieve both short- and long-term project objectives. Known for fostering collaborative environments and delivering consistent outcomes. Adept at identifying and solving complex problems, leading group discussions, and driving project success. Open to changes, searches for process improvement possibilities. Skilled at aligning project goals with key stakeholders.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager Expert Global Trade
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
Bratislava, Slovakia
01.2022 - Current
- Steered the cooperation of three GBS+ centers - Bratislava, Manila and Mexico - with focus on sharing best practice, ensuring compliance and upholding high quality standards
- Organized cross-training and knowledge sharing platforms for members of Global Trade GBS+ teams to maximize team agility and performance
- Developed methodology for KPI's and performance metrics.
- Led the harmonization project for customs classification, coordinated cross-regional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
Expert Global Trade
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
Bratislava, Slovakia
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported Global Trade Headquarters as BPO for customs classification during maternity leave
- Resolved issues related to customs classification, improved operations and performance by providing guidance and support to the classification teams of Global Trade GBS+ teams.
- Implemented knowledge sharing and discussion platform for customs classification process on global level
Team Lead Foreign Trade Group
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
Bratislava, Slovakia
07.2012 - 02.2020
- Established new classification team of chemists within Foreign Trade Group, provided training and guidance
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, ensuring adherence to company standards.
- Implemented quality control measures leading to significant error reduction.
Foreign Trade Group Analyst
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
Bratislava, Slovakia
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Set-up a new process transferred from Henkel Headquarters in Dusseldorf - customs classification to Foreign Trade Group at GBS+ in Bratislava
Wave Bioreactor Application Specialist
GE Healthcare
Munich, Germany
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Provided training and support to end-users, ensuring smooth adoption of new technologies - ReadyToProcess Wave Bioreactor.
- Contributed to sales growth by demonstrating product expertise during client presentations and negotiations.
Research Scientist
Medigene AG
Martinsried, Germany
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Evaluated new high-performance liquid chromatography techniques and methods for potential integration into existing research processes
Postdoctoral researcher
Sartorius AG
Göttingen, Germany
09.2003 - 12.2006
- set-up new methodologies for more effective quality checks on newly developed filtration membranes
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical and biochemical engineering
Slovak University of technology
Bratislava 09.1994 - 09.2003
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving mindset
- Project management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Reading
- Crochet
Timeline
Manager Expert Global Trade
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
01.2022 - Current
Expert Global Trade
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
03.2020 - 12.2021
Team Lead Foreign Trade Group
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
07.2012 - 02.2020
Foreign Trade Group Analyst
Henkel Slovensko, sro.
01.2012 - 07.2012
Wave Bioreactor Application Specialist
GE Healthcare
01.2008 - 12.2011
Research Scientist
Medigene AG
01.2007 - 12.2007
Postdoctoral researcher
Sartorius AG
09.2003 - 12.2006
Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical and biochemical engineering
Slovak University of technology
09.1994 - 09.2003
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