Zuzana Jirakova

Zuzana Jirakova has a solid and diverse work experience spanning a range of industries and roles. Zuzana started their career at Synovate in 2002, where they worked as the Marketing Supervisor of the Zilina region. In this role, they were responsible for running marketing research projects, training new team members, and handling bonuses and payroll.

In 2004, Zuzana completed an internship at Slovak Telekom, where they assisted in New Business Development. Zuzana'stasks included working on presentations, market research, and assisting in department meetings and teleconferences.

After their internship, Zuzana joined the InterContinental Hotels Group as an intern in Front Desk and Guest Relations. Here, they managed guest check-ins and check-outs, made and canceled reservations, handled money transactions, and resolved guest complaints.

In 2006, Zuzana transitioned to Kongsberg Automotive, where they worked as a Quality Analyst CRM. In this role, they acted as the main quality contact for customers, processing complaints and intercompany issues, and implementing problem-solving actions.

In 2008, Zuzana joined Electro World as a Category Manager SDA, responsible for negotiating with suppliers, analyzing business proposals, and monitoring market trends. Zuzana later took on the role of a Buyer for MDA, managing orders and stock flow for multiple countries and handling demand planning and forecasting.

Zuzana then moved to Metro / Makro Cash and Carry, working as a Category Manager Media. Zuzana'sresponsibilities included evaluating and analyzing business proposals, negotiating with suppliers, and making strategic decisions based on profitability and market trends.

In 2014, Zuzana joined Philips as a Business Development & Key Account Manager, where they focused on developing new business opportunities and managing key accounts.

Finally, in 2016, Zuzana joined Alza.cz a.s. as a Product Manager. Zuzana initially worked as a Product Manager SDA for Health & Beauty and later transitioned to the role of a Product Manager SDA for Kitchen & Home Appliances.

Overall, Zuzana Jirakova's work experience showcases their expertise in product management, business development, category management, and customer relations.

Zuzana Jirakova graduated from High School Gymnasium Golianova in 1999 with a degree in General Studies. Zuzana then attended the University of Zilina from 1999 to 2004, where they obtained a Master's degree in Business/Managerial Economics.

In terms of additional certifications, Zuzana obtained several throughout their career. In 1999, they obtained the English State Exam on general level (A) from the Slovak State Language School. In 2006, they received certifications in FMEA, MSA & SPC, as well as G8D, Lean manufacturing, and Q1 from For Business Excellence. In 2008, they received certifications in Management, Analysis and process improvement, Couching from the Slovak Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and in New Product Introduction - Project Management. In 2011, they obtained a certification in Category Manager from the International Education Society London. Finally, in 2013, they obtained certifications in Business Negotiation and Communication skills in Management from the ICV - Institut certifikovaného vzdělávání s.r.o.

Note that some additional certifications do not have an institution or obtained month/year listed.