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Azita Eftekharinia

Dundee

Summary

Graduated in master degree in International Business and Management and a well-qualified and results-oriented procurement and import specialist with more than ten years of experience in supplier relationship supervision, contract negotiation, and sourcing regularly produces cost savings and increases operational effectiveness.Skilled in time management and communication, I ensure efficient procurement processes while maintaining high-quality standards and fostering strong supplier relationships.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement and Import Specialist

Chakad Tejarat Sanat Co
11.2020 - 08.2023
  • supervise the entire door-to-door procurement process, negotiating with suppliers and managing import logistics to guarantee an uninterrupted movement of goods from the point of origin to the final destination.
  • To minimize shipping costs and lead times by approximately 15% for door-to-door delivery, negotiate beneficial arrangements with foreign suppliers.
  • Manage the entire export process from door to door and work with foreign clients to comprehend their unique shipping needs and preferences for door-to-door services.( Note: There were a few cases for export.)

Procurement and Import Specialist

Ettesal Steel Homa Co.
08.2017 - 10.2020
  • Negotiated agreements with major vendors, preserving high standards of quality while cutting purchasing expenses by 7%.
  • Improved communications and cut lead times by approximately 15% through putting in place a vendor management system.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contract terms in coordination with the legal and financial departments, making sure all regulations were met.

Procurement and Import Department Assistant

Super Active Co
07.2014 - 06.2017
  • Support the preparation and monitoring of purchase orders and shipment documents, making sure they are accurate and adhere to corporate guidelines.
  • 15% tax and customs charge reduction achieved by employing government subsidies for local producers.
  • Negotiate with suppliers to obtain quotations, work out terms, and monitor order status in order to guarantee prompt delivery of the items and cut lead times by 20%.

Procurement and Import Department Intern

Badran Pneumatic And Control Process Components Co
08.2011 - 06.2014
  • worked collaboratively with the purchasing department to understand and support the whole procurement process, including contract management and sourcing.
  • entered into discussions with vendors to obtain advantageous conditions and terms.
  • Obtain a new production license for the company's modern products from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, which resulted in a 25% increase in sales.

Education

Master of Science - International Business And Management

University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom
11-2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Azad University
Tehran,Iran
07-2010

Skills

  • Organizational Skills,developing a comprehensive checklist that includes every required document, deadlines, and contact details for all the people involved in each shipment step
  • Negotiation Skills, To cut expenses and get advantageous shipping terms, bargain with suppliers for purchase discounts
  • Communication Skills,To prevent misconceptions and delays, provide suppliers explicit instructions about the requirements for the product, the quality standards, and the expected delivery time
  • Time Management,Creating and adhering to a precise procurement calendar that incorporates significant dates, including order placing, supplier selection, and shipment timetables, in order to fulfil project deadlines
  • Problem Solving, collaborating with suppliers and logistical partners to discover quick fixes for problems like delayed shipments or quality inconsistencies
  • Task-Driven, ensuring efficient responsibilities execution, timeline adherence, and successful management of procurement and import processes

Timeline

Procurement and Import Specialist

Chakad Tejarat Sanat Co
11.2020 - 08.2023

Procurement and Import Specialist

Ettesal Steel Homa Co.
08.2017 - 10.2020

Procurement and Import Department Assistant

Super Active Co
07.2014 - 06.2017

Procurement and Import Department Intern

Badran Pneumatic And Control Process Components Co
08.2011 - 06.2014

Master of Science - International Business And Management

University of Dundee

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Azad University
Azita Eftekharinia