Supply Chain Manager 06/2015 to 12/2021
Welltex LLC – Moscow, Russia
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and maintain high-quality standards.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing and logistics.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Supervised staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to develop integrated planning processes, improving overall business performance.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards.
- Led global sourcing initiatives, expanding access to new markets while maintaining quality standards.
- Imported sewing equipment and fittings from China.
Senior Procurement Specialist 02/2012 to 05/2015
Europos Group LLC – Moscow, Russia
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
- Created custom reports for senior management using data analytics tools, providing insights into procurement activities effectiveness.
- Contributed to production-related procurement tasks and supported project scheduling requirements.
- Negotiated long-term agreements with major suppliers that resulted in significant cost reductions over time without compromising quality or service levels.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing training and mentorship to junior procurement specialists on best practices and industry trends.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Utilized software to order, track and invoice product shipments.
- Imported POS-materials and raw materials for production needs from China, US and Western Europe, export to the countries of Eastern Europe
Junior Logistics Manager 08/2008 to 10/2011
Himagromarketing – Kyiv, Ukraine
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
- Main import destinations: China, Europe, Middle East, Eastern and Western Europe.