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Head of Ground Operations | Nominated Postholder | ULCC | Strategy | Safety | Compliance | Process Improvement | People Management | Budget Ownership | Project Management | Business Development at Wizz Air
Location: Budapest, Budapest, Hungary 8 work roles 2 schools
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Wizz Air
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Head of Ground Operations | Nominated Postholder | ULCC | Strategy | Safety | Compliance | Process Improvement | People Management | Budget Ownership | Project Management | Business Development
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Budapest, Budapest, Hungary

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Daniel Buss is listed as Head of Ground Operations | Nominated Postholder | ULCC | Strategy | Safety | Compliance | Process Improvement | People Management | Budget Ownership | Project Management | Business Development at Wizz Air, based in Budapest, Budapest, Hungary. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Daniel Buss.

Daniel Buss previously worked as Head of Ground Operations and Nominated Postholder Wizz Air Hungary Ltd. at Wizz Air and Head of Purchasing at Wizz Air. Daniel Buss holds Master'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs from Corvinus University Of Budapest.

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With over 10 years of progressive leadership experience within the aviation sector, I have demonstrated a strong capacity for strategic planning, operations management, and team leadership. At the core of my professional journey is a relentless pursuit of excellence in enhancing operational efficiency, fostering safety and compliance, and driving significant cost savings. My role as Head of Ground Operations at Wizz Air Hungary Ltd. encapsulated leading a dedicated team in streamlining ground operations, enhancing safety protocols, and implementing innovative process improvements, servicing millions of passengers across numerous airports. My strategic vision was further demonstrated during my tenure as Head of Purchasing and Head of Airport Development at Wizz Air Group, where I spearheaded major projects, negotiated pivotal contracts, and achieved notable savings. My leadership is characterized by a collaborative approach, fostering cross-functional team synergies, and a commitment to operational excellence, making me an ideal candidate for roles requiring strategic oversight and a dynamic, results-oriented management style.Previous positions held: Head of Ground Operations, Nominated Post Holder / Head of Purchasing / Head of Airport DevelopmentBelow are some of the key accomplishments that I have attained:- Achieved over €45 million in total contracted savings in Fiscal Year 2022. - (Wizz Air Group).- Negotiated the first multi-year fuel provision contract with Shell, securing significant savings. - (Wizz Air Group).- Delivered savings of over €66.3 million in FY 2023. - (Wizz Air).Expertise / Skills: Strategic Planning / Operations Management / Team Leadership / Operational Efficiency / Safety and Compliance / Cost Savings / Process Improvement / Negotiation / Contract Management / Project Management / Budget Management / Team Empowerment / Crisis Management / IOSA Certification / Audit Planning / Cost Control / Compliance Monitoring / KPI Management / Change Management / Digital Transformation / Cross-functional Collaboration / Vendor Management / Strategic Partnerships / Fuel Buying Strategy / Purchasing Strategy / Tender Management / Relocation Management / Construction Project Management / Training System Development / Ground Handling Operations / Airport Development / Airline Operations / Aviation Safety / Quality Management / Strategic Sourcing / Leadership / People Management / Supply Chain Management / Financial Management / Regulatory Compliance / Risk Management / Stakeholder Engagement

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Wizz Air
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Head of Ground Operations | Nominated Postholder | ULCC | Strategy | Safety | Compliance | Process Improvement | People Management | Budget Ownership | Project Management | Business Development
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Head Of Ground Operations And Nominated Postholder Wizz Air Hungary Ltd.

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Wizz Air

Budapest, HU

  • Leadership and people management
  • Formulated and executed ground operation strategy, aligning it with the company’s broader objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Successfully integrated Disruption Control Center within the ground operations department. Enhanced processes to reduce no-shows, double booking, additional cost and average room rate.o Result: effectively handled.
  • Led ground operations’ crisis management during major disruptions.
  • Managing a €20+M welfare budget. Implemented cost control process, saved €≈950k. Safety and Compliance
  • Ensuring safe, compliant operations in line with applicable regulations, laws, policies, and budgets, servicing 143k flights, 27M passengers, and 87 airports.
Jul 2022 - Present

Head Of Purchasing

Wizz Air

Budapest, HU

  • Strategy and Budget Management
  • Formulated and implemented the Group Purchasing Strategy, optimizing purchasing power.
  • Designed and executed the annual purchasing saving plan across critical areas including IT, maintenance, fuel, HR, operations, and marketing.o Result: achieved over €22 million in total contracted savings in Fiscal.
  • Developed and managed annual fuel buying strategy and fuel differential budget of €95 million. The annual fuel differential tender generated $≈ 2.3 million cost saving.
  • Oversaw facility-related sourcing, managing expenditures of approximately €4.4 million across 41 facilities in the network during FY 2022. Built strategic partnerships with key global vendors.
  • Developed and enforced strategic purchasing policy, overseeing the tendering process, contract negotiations, and extensions while monitoring particular company expenses.Strategic Tenders and Large-Scale Project.
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022

Head Of Airport Development

Wizz Air

Budapest, HU

Development of Wizz Air’s airport and ground handling network based on the annual plans of Wizz Air Group Leadership Team.Continuous review of contracts, processes and operational cost levels connected to airports and ground handlers to deliver savings. Leading, supervising and coaching a team of 6 airport development managers with individual annual saving.

Jun 2016 - Dec 2020

Head Of Purchasing

Wizz Air

Budapest, HU

  • Strategy and Budget Management
  • Formulated and implemented the Group Purchasing Strategy, optimizing purchasing power.
  • Designed and executed the annual purchasing saving plan across critical areas including IT, maintenance, fuel, HR, operations, and marketing.o Result: achieved over €22 million in total contracted savings in Fiscal.
  • Developed and managed annual fuel buying strategy and fuel differential budget of €95 million. The annual fuel differential tender generated $≈ 2.3 million cost saving.
  • Oversaw facility-related sourcing, managing expenditures of approximately €4.4 million across 41 facilities in the network during FY 2022. Built strategic partnerships with key global vendors.
  • Developed and enforced strategic purchasing policy, overseeing the tendering process, contract negotiations, and extensions while monitoring particular company expenses.Strategic Tenders and Large-Scale Project.
Mar 2012 - Jun 2016

Purchasing Manager

Wizz Air

Budapest, HU

Management of responsibility areas such as maintenance, IT, operation, fuel contracting, presentation to executive management, contributing to board materials.Planning and delivering Wizz Air Group`s annual fuel differential budget and annual saving plan.Ensuring internal and external compliance with Wizz Air Group’s Purchasing Policy during everyday.

Mar 2008 - Mar 2012

Key Account Manager

Bols Hungary Ltd.

Management of international and domestic key accounts including budgeting, annual contracting, completion of the trade marketing plans, sales and listings of new products, meeting quarterly and annual sales targets.

Apr 2007 - Sep 2007

Regional Sales Manager

Bols Hungary Ltd.

Management of domestic wholesalers including budgeting, annual contracting, completion of the trade marketing plan, sales and listings of new products, meeting quarterly and annual sales targets.Leading, coaching a team of four sales representatives, setting quarterly and annual sales targets.

Jan 2006 - Apr 2007

Horeca Key Account Executive

Bols Hungary Ltd.

Sales and listing of products mainly premium category spirits to high end restaurants and hotel chains.

May 2004 - Dec 2005
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Daniel Buss education

Master'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs

Corvinus University Of Budapest

Bachelor'S Degree, Restaurant, Culinary, And Catering Management/Manager

Budapest Business University
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Daniel Buss works for Wizz Air.

What is Daniel Buss's role at Wizz Air?

Daniel Buss is listed as Head of Ground Operations | Nominated Postholder | ULCC | Strategy | Safety | Compliance | Process Improvement | People Management | Budget Ownership | Project Management | Business Development at Wizz Air.

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Daniel Buss is based in Budapest, Budapest, Hungary while working with Wizz Air.

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Daniel Buss has worked for Wizz Air and Bols Hungary Ltd..

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Daniel Buss holds Master'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs from Corvinus University Of Budapest.

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