Yelena Kurash, Global Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Except

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Remote only: Primarily works remotely

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A results-orientated senior professional with a proven track record in driving substantial growth by spearheading transformative business process enhancements, optimizing individual and operational efficiency within complex global organizations. Adept at delivering specialized leadership, contributing to the development, design, and implementation of innovative solutions that address

critical business challenges. Recognized for establishing collaborative relationships to leverage assets, strengths, and strategic development initiatives. Harnessing advanced communication skills, engages effectively with stakeholders and business partners, translating requirements into actionable solutions. A strategic and transparent leader, consistently acknowledged for empowering, developing, and inspiring individuals. Primed to deliver a significant impact on organization's success.

WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL

STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER - GLOBAL

ENERGY & UTILITIES

January 2017 - October 2020 (3 years and 9 months)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

• Successful end-to-end management of numerous Global improvement projects, for example, Recruitment Process Outsourcing implemented across Eastern Hemisphere countries (56); Finance, Tax, HR & Recruitment, Real Estate, IT & Telecom, Professional Services projects with many being recognized with awards by global key stakeholders

• Effective Project Management: Integrated Services Projects in South Iraq with major oil and gas clients comprising total value of $60M+ recording significant savings, Travel System improvement and Credit Card implementation projects within MENA region

• Delivered Eastern Hemisphere cost reduction initiatives for high-value vendors during company transformation process

• Created, executed and monitored comprehensive sourcing and category improvement strategies inclusive of vision, roadmap,

targets, timelines and budgets aligned to business goals and objectives

• Conceptualized and delivered effective training strategies and programs, with focus on skills-based learning and employee

knowledge presenting supply chain compliance process and vendor management across Eastern Hemisphere countries

• Continually upskilled and empowered teams to achieve high engagement, sustainable productivity and complete accountability

• Optimized training delivery processes and systems by driving continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing excellence tools and

agile methodologies

• Led and embedded center of excellence ethos, facilitating exchange of skills and experience and encouraging individuals to fulfil

potential

• Built, sustained and strengthened key stakeholder relationships demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, expanding beneficial

and diverse networks to explore business opportunities and improve channels of communication

• Vendor Management (Supplier Performance Cards and Quarterly Business Reviews [QBRS]): formulated strategy and managed top

high-value vendors’ QBRS completion for Eastern Hemisphere geozones/countries in order to maintain KPIs

• Collaborated with global colleagues in Gig Economy Council meetings and summits in London, UK and Dublin, Ireland representing

organization and increasing brand reputation

• Gained in-depth knowledge of management systems, deftly functioning across complex and challenging region, noting differences

in law, finance, legal terms and conditions, compliance, tax and invoicing structures

• Acted as internal point of contact to resolve issues, quickly and satisfactorily demonstrating strong interpersonal abilities RESPONSIBILITIES

• Critically analyzed and interpreted current developments, business data and trends to promote best practice in project

conceptualization and design, forward planning and execution and overall costing plans

• Offered specialized and well-informed critical information influencing key business decisions, such as, maximizing supply chain and

strategic sourcing leverage, optimizing project design and minimizing project timeline and costing

• Led cross-functional team to strategically negotiate service level agreements with external suppliers directly correlated to

operational needs and goals

• Developed negotiation strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders, implemented appropriate supplier risk analysis and

monitored supplier performance against agreed performance indicators utilizing supplier score card

• Managed and coordinated international recruitment agencies, RPO provider, third party workforce suppliers and consultants to ensure constant alignment with supply chain compliance process, agreements terms, minimizing cost and optimizing service quality

to the company

• Prepared and presented accurate and clear monthly reports to senior management analyzing annual performance metrics against

budget to demonstrate ROI and progress against strategic objectives

• Chaired key stakeholder meetings to ensure execution of defined strategies and dissemination of metrics, performance goals and

improvement initiatives

• Utilized current spend data and business knowledge to identify sourcing projects for individual sub-categories and development

of overall cost reduction plan

• Managed category performance by adhering to internal savings goals, reviewing financial models and ensuring spend portfolio

balanced through coordinated sourcing waves and leveraged with capital project sourcing activities

• Drove consolidation of spend, seeking out synergies across business units, forming and leading strategic teams to drive cost from

individual spend sub-categories

self employed

GLOBAL SERVICES CONSULTANT_Procurement and Strategic Sourcing

CONSULTING & AUDITS

October 2020 - August 2022 (1 year and 10 months)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivered specialized expertise to organizations, focusing on enhancing business performance across processes, operations,

policies, management, structure, and strategy within the domain of Supply Chain Management and Strategic Sourcing.

• Analyzed and optimized relationships between businesses and suppliers, adeptly negotiated improved contractual terms to drive

efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments, determining, and documenting functional requirements for operational, systems, and

technical information architectures.

• Provided in-depth training to clients, imparting knowledge on RFP and Tendering procedures, negotiations strategic sourcing processes, and

effective supplier conditioning.

• Detected issues within operational frameworks and conducted thorough investigations to identify and implement effective

resolutions.

• Developed and implemented new procedures and training programs, ensuring continuous improvement in operational efficiency

and staff capabilities.

• Consulted with clients on the efficient utilization of ERP and SCM methods, strategically planning and optimizing resource allocation

across the entire business enterprise.

• Made insightful recommendations for the implementation of new systems, practices, and procedures, acting as a catalyst for

agreed-upon solutions to drive organizational effectiveness.

United Planet GmbH

BUSINESS PARTNER - STRATEGIC DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

DIGITAL & IT

August 2022 - Today (2 years and 7 months)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Cultivating end-to-end business relationships globally, overseeing communication, and driving strong strategic negotiations for

mutually beneficial partnerships

• Spearheading the adoption of proven software solutions to digitize processes and enhance operational efficiency across various

business sectors

• Tailoring comprehensive solutions to meet client requirements, ensuring the seamless integration of building blocks from a single

source

• Leading strong contract management initiatives, ensuring the precise execution of agreements and adherence to terms

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline technical implementations and provide strategic guidance to align

solutions with client needs

• Exercising leadership in guiding initiatives to improve customer experiences through the implementation of paperless and user-

friendly solutions adaptable to various industries

• Advising on industry-specific trends and innovations, contributing to the continuous evolution of client solutions

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