Supply Chain

Vitaly Kravtsov

******.********@*****.*** 786-***-**** Charlotte, NC 28202

Summary

Experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of driving operational efficiency, profitability, and growth. Specialized in operations management, logistics, import/export, and procurement. A proven track record of building a business from the ground up, creating the distribution network, managing the warehouse, and building strong relationships with clients to grow the customer base. I am looking for a position where I can utilize the skills developed as founder and owner in the space of logistics, distribution, operation management, and procurement.

Executive career history

Supply Chain Consultant, Self-Employed, Charlotte, NC

January 2023 - Present

Evaluate clients' supply chain operations, identify inefficiencies, and implement actionable recommendations.

Advise clients on effective vendor management techniques, including negotiation strategies and performance metrics, to ensure timely deliveries and maintain high-quality standards.

Business owner / Operator, Kabrin-Auto, Russia

April 2008 - March 2022

Founded and grew a spare parts wholesaler for buses and vehicles, generating over $2.5M annually in revenue. Expanded the customer base to 3500+ B2B clients.

Delivered over $0.5M in savings through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and contract renegotiations.

Achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs without sacrificing quality through effective sourcing strategies.

Improved supply chain efficiency by 20% through data-driven improvements, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing lean methodologies.

Strengthened supplier relationships, achieving a 98% compliance rate with quality and delivery standards across 30+ key suppliers.

Streamlined issue resolution processes, reducing delays and improving delivery accuracy by 18%.

Optimized excess inventory by 25% using advanced forecasting and inventory turnover strategies, maintaining a 99.5% accuracy rate through cycle counting and regular audits.

Led cross-cultural teams to streamline multimodal logistics networks, reducing shipping costs by 18%, decreasing lead times by 15%, and improving delivery compliance to 98%.

Managed complex projects, providing customized logistics solutions for a wide range of clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Ensured compliance with customs regulations to facilitate smooth cross-border operations with international suppliers.

Early career history

RusBusinessAuto - Procurement Manager

Technoservice - Logistics Coordinator

Volga-Dnepr Air company - Commercial Airline Pilot

Skills

Logistics

Warehouse Management

Distribution Management

Strategic Sourcing

Import/Export

Procurement Management

Supply Chain Optimization

Contract Negotiation

Inventory Management

Continuous Improvement

Education and Certification

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Ulyanovsk Civil Aviation Institute

ASCM Supply Chain Planning Certificate, Association for Supply Chain Management - ASCM

Affiliations and Volunteering

Board Member, Charlotte ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management)

Volunteer, Lake Park Piranhas Swim Team

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