Supply Chain

VITALY KRAVTSOV

Supply Chain Procurement Strategic Sourcing International Logistics

Charlotte, NC 786-***-**** ******.********@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/vitaly-kravtsov PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Supply Chain, Procurement, and Strategic Sourcing professional with 15+ years of experience leading end-to-end supply chain operations across manufacturing, industrial, commercial construction, distribution, and commercial vehicle aftermarket environments.

Proven track record managing procurement and supply chain operations supporting 10,000+ SKUs, 3,500+ B2B customers, and 100+ active suppliers across North America, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. Experienced in direct and indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, contract negotiations, RFQ/RFx management, inventory optimization, demand planning, import/export operations, customs coordination, and multimodal logistics. Recognized for building high-performing supplier networks, improving supply continuity, expanding product portfolios, reducing procurement and logistics costs, optimizing inventory, and supporting business growth through practical, results- driven supply chain leadership.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• 15+ years of procurement and supply chain leadership experience.

• Managed procurement and supply chain operations supporting 10,000+ SKUs across commercial vehicle and aftermarket product categories.

• Supported business growth serving 3,500+ B2B customers.

• Improved OTIF performance to 93%, strengthening customer retention and supporting acquisition of 1,000+ new B2B customers.

• Reduced logistics lead times by 20%, improving inventory availability and replenishment performance.

• Reduced logistics costs by 15% through transportation optimization and supplier coordination.

• Delivered sustained direct material savings averaging 9% annually through supplier negotiations and sourcing strategies.

• Managed procurement supporting 90+ active commercial projects.

• Supported manufacturing operations processing up to 100,000 units per day.

• Executed emergency sourcing initiatives preventing $200K+ in operational disruption. CORE COMPETENCIES

End-to-End Supply Chain Management • Strategic Sourcing • Procurement Operations • Supplier Development • Supplier Relationship Management • Supplier Qualification • RFQ / RFx Management • Contract Negotiation • Cost Reduction • Inventory Optimization • Demand Planning • MRO Procurement • Project Procurement • Manufacturing Support • Distribution Operations • Industrial Operations

• Import / Export Operations • Customs Coordination • Incoterms • International Logistics • Ocean Freight (FCL/LCL) • Air Freight • Rail Transportation • Road Transportation • Multimodal Transportation • ERP / SAP Environments • Cross-Functional Leadership • Project Management • Transportation Management • Risk Management • Supply Continuity • Vendor Performance • Continuous Improvement • Excel Analytics

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Supply Chain & Operations Consultant 2023 – Present Independent Advisory Charlotte, NC

Project-based procurement, sourcing, and supply chain consulting for commercial and industrial clients, supporting supplier development, procurement execution, logistics coordination, inventory optimization, and operational improvement initiatives.

• Led supplier identification and sourcing activities for specialized products and materials.

• Coordinated supplier communications, quotations, logistics, and order execution across domestic and international markets to support timely deliveries and project requirements.

• Delivered market research, supplier evaluation, and cost analysis to support purchasing decisions, sourcing strategies, and supplier selection.

• Managed project-based procurement and supply chain initiatives supporting client operational and sourcing requirements.

• Directed logistics planning, transportation coordination, and issue resolution, supporting on-time deliveries and supply continuity.

• Executed manufacturing and industrial consulting assignments involving procurement, inventory management, supplier development, and supply chain improvement initiatives. Procurement Manager Mar 2025 – Dec 2025

MasterKraft Inc. Charlotte, NC

Commercial construction and millwork manufacturing.

• Managed procurement activities supporting 90+ concurrent projects, executing 1,000 purchase orders annually and managing $4M in annual purchasing spend.

• Coordinated suppliers, purchase orders, and deliveries to maintain material availability and project schedules.

• Expanded supplier base from 7 to 28 vendors through strategic sourcing initiatives, improving supply reliability, pricing competitiveness, and sourcing flexibility.

• Executed procurement activities for multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects while maintaining material availability and project schedules.

• Procured materials across 15+ categories including millwork, hardware, fasteners, metals, glass, finishes, and specialty construction materials.

• Partnered with engineering, project management, finance, and operations to improve procurement planning and execution.

• Developed procurement tracking processes improving material visibility and project coordination.

• Delivered material cost savings through supplier negotiations and competitive sourcing. Shipping & Fulfillment Operations Manager Jul 2023 – Nov 2023 O’Neil Digital Solutions Monroe, NC

High-volume manufacturing and fulfillment operation.

• Managed outbound operations supporting production volumes approaching 100,000 units per day.

• Improved documentation accuracy to 98%.

• Coordinated cross-functional activities supporting production schedules and customer requirements.

• Maintained operational efficiency while meeting demanding service expectations. Director of Supply Chain & Procurement 2014 – 2022 Kabrin-Auto Moscow, Russia

International distributor of commercial vehicle and aftermarket components.

• Directed end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, strategic sourcing, logistics, transportation, inventory management, supplier development, and customer support across a portfolio exceeding 10,000 SKUs serving 3,500+ B2B customers.

• Built and managed a supplier network of 100+ manufacturers, distributors, and logistics providers across North America, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, qualifying and onboarding 300+ suppliers while supporting sourcing activities across 8+ countries.

• Expanded product portfolio from 4,000 to more than 10,000 SKUs through supplier development, market research, and sourcing initiatives.

• Evaluated sourcing alternatives using cost, quality, lead time, availability, risk, and total cost of ownership (TCO) criteria to optimize procurement decisions.

• Developed supplier relationships through factory visits, trade exhibitions, supplier audits, and direct negotiations with manufacturers and distributors.

• Designed and managed multimodal transportation strategies utilizing ocean freight (FCL/LCL), air freight, rail, and road transportation, balancing cost, lead time, reliability, and inventory requirements.

• Coordinated customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, suppliers, and customers to support efficient cross-border supply chain operations and uninterrupted product availability.

• Reduced logistics lead times by 20%.

• Reduced logistics costs by 15%.

• Improved OTIF performance to 93%.

• Delivered sustained direct material savings averaging 9% annually.

• Managed procurement contracts, supplier performance, commercial negotiations, inventory planning, and transportation activities to strengthen supply continuity and operational performance.

• Led a team of 7 employees across procurement, logistics, inventory management, customer service, and operations functions.

Supply Chain & Procurement Manager 2010 – 2014

Kabrin-Auto Moscow, Russia

• Managed procurement and international logistics operations across multiple supplier markets.

• Developed sourcing strategies for key product categories.

• Negotiated supplier agreements, transportation contracts, and commercial terms to improve cost competitiveness and supply reliability.

• Implemented cost-focused procurement strategies delivering 15% savings across priority categories.

• Coordinated import operations, supplier relationships, and inventory planning.

• Supported continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain processes. Supply Chain Specialist 2008 – 2010

Kabrin-Auto Moscow, Russia

• Coordinated international procurement and sourcing activities.

• Managed supplier communications and purchase order execution.

• Supported import documentation and customs processes.

• Assisted with emergency sourcing and expedited logistics activities reducing critical lead times by 80%.

• Coordinated inbound supply activities to maintain uninterrupted business operations and customer service levels. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Cornell University — Business Strategy Certificate, 2025 Ulyanovsk Higher Civil Aviation School — Specialist Degree, Aviation Engineering (Master’s Equivalent) ASCM Supply Chain Planning Certificate Six Sigma Green Belt Languages: English — Professional Russian — Native Chinese — Elementary

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