Senior Procurement Specialist

Led strategic procurement and supply chain consulting for commercial and hospitality projects in Slavonski Brod. Established procurement infrastructure and sourcing processes tailored to project requirements.

Achieved up to 15% cost savings on equipment and materials through international supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and commercial optimization. Maintained 100% supply continuity through end-to-end sourcing and supplier management.

Managed P&L, capital allocation, and operational budgets. Improved profit margins by 12% through resource optimization, strategic capital allocation, and alignment of procurement decisions with financial objectives.

Managed procurement and inventory activities for direct and indirect materials, including cartons, foils, and industrial protective packaging.

Reduced delivery lead times by 20% through automated demand forecasting, improved material tracking, and closer coordination with production. Evaluated more than 50 global suppliers annually, addressing performance issues and supply bottlenecks during high-inflation periods.

Delivered CAPEX projects 10% under budget through supplier selection and capital expenditure budget oversight. Maintained zero audit findings for Intrastat reporting and master data management, supporting compliance and data integrity.

Managed operational and administrative activities for retail business operations in Slavonski Brod. Supported expansion by coordinating administrative setup, commercial licensing, legal permits, and launches for three new retail locations.

Maintained 100% data accuracy in pricing matrices, B2B invoicing, and daily financial reconciliations using Luceed ERP. Improved operational consistency through standardized procedures, structured training, and staff scheduling improvements.

Mentored more than five incoming managers to support leadership continuity across retail locations.

Master's degree in Management. Professional Specialist of Management, 300 ECTS credits.