SE RGE LA VRINENKO

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Alberta, Canada

phone: (780) 438- 2782

actnu7@r.postjobfree.com

SU PPLY C H AIN E X PERT

Capable, seasoned procurement, supply chain and logistics expert with a history of success in developing revenues, increasing client rosters, and managing large-scale operations & supply chain exercises. Well-regarded and accomplished leader with a history of project and results delivery in high-risk, deadline driven environments. Unique blend of business skills. Superior communication skills, easily interacts with clients and all levels of executives and staff. Conversant in English and Russian. PROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE

Finning Canada, Edmonton November 2013 - present

S upply Chain Transformation Manager

Developed strategy for Supply Chain transformation and managed implementation projects across 70 branches with a complex distribution network and $115M transportation budget. Lead projects to accomplish distribution network optimization, transportation cost reduction, enable visibility of the orders in transit, KPIs implementation and reporting and delivering best-in-class service to customers in British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon and Northwest Territories. InterWrap Inc., Vancouver, Canada May 2012 – October 2013 C orporate Logistics Manager

Served as a leader and role model to drive a world class logistic and distribution model through the development and implementation of strategic plans for carrier contract negotiations, warehousing, transportation network modeling, inventory control systems and freight planning.

Managed distribution from 5 manufacturing facilities in Asia and North America to customers in 25 different countries globally. Responsible for annual freight budget of $ 18M; identified savings and developed initiatives to save $1.1M in transportation cost. Lead Continuous Improvement in service, cost and resources utilization areas. WOOD GROUP CCC JV, Muscat, Oman Apr 2010 – May 2012 H ead Of Logistics

Ownership of all Logistics functions on major EPCM contract for Shell-PDO: transportation, customs, materials management and inventory control to support various project activities, including drilling, pipe-laying, construction and operations of production facilities; camps setup and transportation of workforce. Developing of Project Logistics Plan and Budget; specifications, manuals and work instructions. Preparation and implementation instructions for suppliers in areas of packing, marking, handling and storage. Responsible for safe and efficient trucking, handling and storage, reporting and ensuring visibility and accuracy of the inventory. Managed surplus inventory. Review and analyze performance indicators. Sourcing, negotiation and award of service contracts. SIMON CARVES LTD. , Manchester, UK March 2008 – Dec 2009 L ogistic and Expediting Manager

Prepared logistics budgets and execution strategies for number of major projects: PTT-PE, Thailand, LDPE plant; Saudi Kayan, Saudi Arabia, LDPE; Ensus, UK, Bio-fuel plant.

Managed and optimized supplier performance, including continuous improvement, on-time delivery and reduction in total cost of ownership. Camps set-ups and management, including services, utilities, planning environmentally responsible camp operations and building relationships in camp community. SNC LAVALIN INC., Edmonton, AB, Canada 2007 –2008 L ogistic M anager

Developed strategic Supply Chain initiatives and policies and procedures; managed compliance with government and international regulations. Responsible for service andmaterials suppliers’ management process that ensures supply consistency and risk mitigation. Address material shortages and supplier issues: quality, cost, and schedule. Lead supply chain group in optimizing transportation and warehousing services for finished goods within Chemical and Petroleum Business Unit. Initiated improvements to the freight & warehouse management process which helped to optimize freight cost for the number ofmajor projects inAlberta, includingKinderMorganCPXCorridor, Aleyaska andKeystone pipeline projects.

DELIVERING RESULT!

THERMO DESIGN ENGINEERING LTD., Edmonton, 2005 –2007 Freight Manager

All aspect of supply chain management for manufacturing company in oil and gas business with overseas projects over 200M USD. Materials and services sourcing, evaluations, RFP/RFQ, inventory control and monitoring, procedures implementation, costs analysis, rates, contracts and carriers management. Supervise approximately 15 staff including planning and shipping. Negotiated better freight terms and routing resulting more economical and reliable routing, which had great impact on company’s projects in Russia, Poland, Romania, and Turkmenistan. Developed and implemented new procedures for procurement and shipping departments, which helped successfully complete two projects in Iran. Sourced new insurance service provider; developed new contract with flat fee rate with customs broker. KRYTON INTERNATIONAL INC, Vancouver, 2004 – 2005

Supply Chain & Logistic Supervisor

Planning and scheduling cross-border and overseas shipments, inventory and expenses control. Developed US distribution concept, negotiated contracts, control and plan inventory, inbound and outbound shipments for the company warehouses in Atlanta, Brussels and Shanghai. OVERLAND FREIGHT LINES, Vancouver, 2003 – 2003

Operational Supervisor

Managed operation and employees involved in the daily pick-up, handling, consolidation and delivery of LTL and LCL packages and freight in automated warehouse (WMS).

Maintain high customer service levels; develop customer loyalty and retention; and improve the market's competitiveness. Recruit, train and schedule staff of 25.

DUFERCO, S.A., Switzerland, Novorossiysk branch, Russia 1998 – 2003 Branch Procurement Manager

Negotiated and managed all contracts and agreements for assigned commodities. Managed suppliers, inventory, cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Negotiated numerous favorable contracts that were levered into more revenues. Customized several long-term projects, including H-beams contract to accommodate the specific needs and financial constraints of the client, leading to an ongoing commercial relationship.

MASTER MARITIME, LTD. , Novorossiysk, Russia 1996 – 1998 Operational manager

Acted as part of the senior management team for a start-up shipping agency, bunkering, towage and terminal stevedoring services. Led or contributed to all core activities, including business plandevelopment, human resources, business development

& negotiations, and operations.

B ARWIL AGENCIES, Norway, Novorossiysk branch, Russia 1994 – 1996 Branch Supply Chain Manager

Managed all aspects of cargo imports and exports, including documentation and finance, for a new start-upRussianoffice of a leading international shipping and cargo company. Sourced and analyzed a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future commodity needs. Negotiated contract terms and rates. Created and maintained mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster loyalty and repeated business. E DUCATION

PMAC (SCMA) Purchasing Management Association of Canada Supply Chain Management course (in progress) 2008 Professional Logistician P.Log designation with Canadian Logistics Institute 2006 FIATA(International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations) Diploma 2006 CIFFA Two years Advanced Certificate in Freight Forwarding 2004, 2005 NOVOROSSIYSK MARINE ACADEMY, Novorossiysk, Russia, Bachelor Degree, Engineering 1984 – 1989 DELIVERING RESULT!

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