Current job

• Weatherford International - Regional Supply Chain Manager, Former Soviet Union (from august 2009-08-01 00:00:00.0, Москва)

  • Create, develop, integrate, and manage a large-scale international and domestic supply chain function of the merged Weatherford and recently acquired former TNK-BP oilfield services companies in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan.
  • Develop a strategic conceptual design of the integrated supply chain on the basis of WCM (World Class Manufacturing) principles, SCOR (Supply Chain Operation Reference) model and APICS OMBOK (Operations Management Body of Knowledge).
  • Achieve end-to-end transparency and measurability of the material flow and logistics events through in-depth management of master data, integration of process-based approach with the use of information systems.
  • Reorganized the procurement process on the basis of the competitive procurement principles (tenders).
  • Manage cultural shift from internally-looking to customer-facing supply chain.
  • Manage day-to-day supply chain operations.
  • Manage large-scale logistics projects (drilling rigs mobilization projects).
  • Member of the Regional Enterprise Excellence Implementation Team, “Maximizing Performance” Chapter.

Previous jobs

• Carlsberg Breweries, Denmark - Group Logistics Manager (2008-09-01 00:00:00.0 - 2009-08-01 00:00:00.0, Копенгаген)

  • Leading logistics excellence projects in the newly acquired breweries located in Russia (11 plants), Ukraine (3 plants), Kazakhstan (1 plant), Uzbekistan (1 plant), working closely together with local management, the central logistics team and international logistics experts in order to achieve 2009-2011 savings of 70 mln Euro
  • Audit and benchmarking of the logistics operations of the breweries against Carlsberg KPI and standards
  • Evaluation of the improvement potential in planning, warehousing, transportation, distribution, integration with supply chain and production
  • Development of the improvement recommendations and initiation of the improvements programs at the breweries
  • Support of the local project team in the implementation of best practice tools, processes and frameworks
  • Follow-up on initiatives & KPI’s to ensure timely implementations of the initiatives
  • Development and refinement of best practice tools, processes, and frameworks
  • Support competence development within Logistics management functions.

• Baltmixt, Kaliningrad (Major Russian EMS [Electronic Manufactiring Services] provider) - Deputy General Manager, Operations, Supply Chain (2006-06-01 00:00:00.0 - 2008-03-01 00:00:00.0)

  • All-round management of the large-scale logistics operation at the electronics assembly plant (monthly import-export volume up to 2000 TEU)
  • Development of operations strategy
  • Improvement of operations efficiency through business process reengineering in:
  - production planning
  - inventory management, materials flow management, warehouse management, transportation management
  - customer-supplier relationship
  • Integration of supply chain between the factory (Baltmixt) and suppliers (Sony, Philips, Sanyo, JVC, Daewoo, etc.) to minimize total supply chain cost
  • Administration of the ERP- and WMS-system implementation (QAD Enterprise Applications)

• Accenture, Moscow - Consultant, Supply Chain (2005-10-01 00:00:00.0 - 2006-06-01 00:00:00.0)

  Supply chain redesign, transformation of supply chain into integrated value system at a large oil and gas company (TNK-BP)
  • re-engineered and developed new demand planning. procurement, inventory management processes on the basis of the best practices adopted by leading international companies
  • developed and implemented transparent system of key performance indicators, process controls, delegation of authority matrix in the supply chain
  • developed functional requirements for the supply chain modules of ERP systems (SAP)

• AksionBKG, Moscow (Large Russian Consulting Company) - Manager, Operations Consulting (2004-10-01 00:00:00.0 - 2005-10-01 00:00:00.0)

  Industrial and Supply Chain Consulting at large Russian industrial holdings: Magnitogorsk Metallurgic Plant, Kamensk-Uralsky Aluminum Plant (SUAL group), Bergsk Electromechanical Plant.
  • performed all-round diagnostics of the manufacturing companies to determine the costs optimization potential
  • reengineered business processes in manufacturing and supply chain

• SMC Russia (Science Management Corporation), Moscow, St.Petersburg - Industrial Management, Operations, Supply Chain Consultant (2004-01-01 00:00:00.0 - 2004-09-01 00:00:00.0)

  Consulting in industrial management, operations and supply chain with the use of the advanced Japanese management techniques on the basis of TQM (Total Quality Management)and Lean Manufacturing
  Implementation of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) at Yava tobacco factory of British-American Tobacco, including:
  • Increasing OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) of the industrial equipment through:
  • Change management and business process reengineering
  • Development and implementation of internal procedures for the reduction of variability of the manufacturing and supply chain management processes
  • Optimization of procurement, storage and usage of spare parts and raw materials
  • Development and implementation of statistical data collection and analysis applications
  • Introduction of CBT (Competence-Based Training) for the line personnel

• ROTOBO (Japan Association for Trade with Russia and Eastern Europe), Tokyo, Japan / UFJ Institute, International Division, Policy Studies Department, Tokyo, Japan - Management Consultant (2003-08-01 00:00:00.0 - 2003-12-01 00:00:00.0)

  Participated in “Gloria Jeans” management and manufacturing consulting project, as part of technical assistance program by the Japan's Government to the promising Russian companies:
  • Evaluated the management system of “Gloria Jeans”,
  • Developed recommendations for “Gloria Jeans” on introduction and implementation of “Hoshin Kanri” (Policy Deployment), strategic, mid-term planning, and performance evaluation tool,
  • Conducted training sessions and seminars on Total Quality Management and Policy Deployment.

• JAPAN TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL, OAO Petro, St.Petersburg - Import-Export Manager (2001-01-01 00:00:00.0 - 2002-01-01 00:00:00.0)

  Managed all aspects of import-export operation of the largest tobacco factory in Europe with the import-export volume of 600 TEU and the customs payments of $5.5 MM per month:
  • Managed the import-export department (15 people including customs brokers and shipment coordinators)
  • Established and maintained internal customs clearance and shipment tracking procedures
  • Negotiated and concluded contracts with raw materials suppliers, forwarders, brokers, bonded warehouses
  • Optimized international transport routes
  • Optimized financial flows related to purchasing, customs clearance
  • Supervised operation of bonded warehouses, brokers and other service providers
  • Maintained liaison with the State Customs Committee and North-West Customhouses, certification and licensing bodies
  Major Projects and Accomplishments:
  • Operating in a complex psychological environment eliminated customs clearance bottlenecks through cancellation of unlawful and controversial customs normative acts saving ~$2 MM per annum in transportation and handling costs
  • Reduced customs clearance lead times from 3 to 1 week
  • Reduced the number of “violations of customs regulations” from ~200 in 2000 to ~20 in 2001
  • Updated supply contracts in accordance with the requirements of the customs legislation, reducing customs clearance risks
  • Resolved ambiguous situation with joint classification of tare
  • Represented the company in the Permanent Commission on Customs Technologies with the Advisory Council on Customs Policies of the State Customs Committee of the Russian Federation and Commission on the Improvement of Customs Procedures of the Foreign Investment Advisory Council with the Government of the Russian Federation, Expert Council on Customs Policies with the Russian Parliament

• JAPAN TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL, (former RJR TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL), JT Marketing & Sales, Moscow, St. Petersburg - Logistics Manager, Imports (1998-11-01 00:00:00.0 - 2000-07-01 00:00:00.0)

  Supervised all aspects of cigarette imports. implemented the direct importation project:
  • Developed and implemented all internal direct import procedures (administrative, logistics, customs, financial)
  • Monitored and managed inventory levels of finished product (import brands)
  • Developed production forecasts on the basis of annual sales plan and inventory levels
  • Organized certification of imported goods
  • Supervised all customs clearance activities
  • Built and maintained liaison with government bodies: Ministry of Foreign Economic Links, Central Excise Customs, etc
  • Integrated in-country and import logistics
  Major Projects and Accomplishments:
  • Successfully completed the domestic part of the 3000-people project to return +70 MM tax closures to customs authorities securing $16 MM in bank guarantees
  • Transferred certification of imported finished goods to Russia, avoiding double costs and reducing certification lead times
  • Presented to the customs bodies and successfully substantiated the optimal transfer price and customs value for Mild Seven, More and Salem Slim Lights families, ensuring the highest margin among all JTI brands
  • Successfully completed destruction of 1 bln sticks of downgraded cigarettes and saved ~$3.6 MM in VAT on downgraded product through Certification Committee
  • Winner of JT International Excellence contest in Quarter 1, 2000 for Courage in decision-making

• RJR TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL, RJR Marketing & Sales, Moscow - Key Account Manager, Moscow region (1997-03-01 00:00:00.0 - 1998-02-01 00:00:00.0)

  Was responsible for the sales of 25% of the national sales volume
  • Searched and selected new customers, monitored and evaluated performance of the existing ones’
  • Monitored and analyzed market situation (pricing, availability of RJR and competitors’ brands at all levels of distribution)
  • Developed sales plans for Moscow wholesale distributors who represented 25% of the national sales volume
  • Cooperated with divisional sales managers on enhancing direct distribution programs, promotional activities
  Major Projects and Accomplishments:
  Within the period of one year doubled sales volume in Moscow region

• RJR TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL, RJR Marketing & Sales, Moscow, St. Petersburg - Logistics Manager (1995-09-01 00:00:00.0 - 1998-09-01 00:00:00.0)

  Managed all aspects of domestic distribution logistics operation with the annual volume of 40 billion cigarettes and value of ~$500 MM:
  • Managed the logistics department and warehousing personnel (direct subordinates - 10 people, functional subordinates - over 30 people), incl. order entry clerks, customer service coordinators, warehouse supervisors, regional logistics coordinators
  • Supervised daily product releasing procedures of the total volume produced in Russia including: monitoring of incoming cash flow, checking clients’ credit terms, control of product inflow to warehouses from the factories, supervision of product release to clients according to their sales plans and shipment schedules
  • Participated in development of sales plans for 6 regional markets based on marketing forecasts, sales targets, and production capacities of factories located in Russia
  • Managed the development, planning and implementation of logistics solutions in order to ensure the smooth and timely movement of finished product from factory to regional warehouses and customers
  • Developed criteria for new warehouses, opened warehouses at various locations around Russia (Armavir, Ekaterinburg, Vladivostok)
  Major Projects and Accomplishments:
  • Developed a set of sales and logistics planning, reporting, inventory control applications that are in use throughout JTI Russia
  • Established rigid warehousing and product release procedures, achieving zero inventory loss

University education

• University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, Hawaii, - MBA (Japan-Emphasys Master of Business Administration)2003
  
• Pacific-Asian Management Institute, Honolulu, Hawaii, - International Management, 2003
  
• University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, - 1st year of MBA program, 1994
  
• Kishinev State University, Moldova, - English Language and Literature, BA, 1989
  
• Japan-America Institute of Management Science, Honolulu, Hawaii, - Japanese Management, 2003
  

Training courses

• Practical Program of Revolutions at Factories, - PPORF Institute, - Cetificate, 2008
  
• Project Management, - Kaliningrad State University, - Certificate, 2007
  
• Developing Distinct and Effective Leadership, - Christopher, Smith & Associates, LLC, Honolulu, - Certificate, 2003
  
• Customs Clearance and Customs Control in the Russian Federation, - State Customs Committee, Moscow, - Certificate, 2001
  
• Finance for Non-Finance Managers, - Artur Andersen, - Certificate, 2000
  
• Managing and Leading, - JT International, Geneva, - Certificate, 2000