Resume of the Purchasing Manager for goods from China.

An international procurement manager with over 30 years of practical experience working with China. I am an expert in sourcing and auditing manufacturers, negotiations, contracting, quality control, logistics, and foreign trade. I have a deep understanding of Chinese business culture, strong business relationships, and proven experience in reducing costs and optimizing supply chains. Key competencies Procurement of goods in China (B2B) Search, verification and audit of manufacturers Negotiations with factories and traders Contracting and transaction support Quality control (QC, inspections, specifications) Logistics and Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP, DDP) Foreign trade activities and customs clearance Optimization of purchase prices and costs Supply risk management Long-term partnerships with suppliers Professional experience Purchasing Manager / Head of China International trading and manufacturing companies 1990 - present Organization and management of turnkey procurement of goods from China Search and selection of manufacturers based on technical and price criteria Conducting commercial and price negotiations Concluding contracts, monitoring compliance with conditions Organization of production and shipment inspections Quality control of products at all stages Optimization of logistics routes and costs Working with container shipping (20'/40'/40'HC) Reducing the purchase cost up to 15-35% Building long-term relationships with suppliers Product groups Industrial Products and components Raw materials and ingredients Food and feed Consumer goods Packaging and containers Language skills Russian — native English — working Chinese — basic understanding of business communication (through translators/agents) Skills and qualities Strategic and systems thinking High negotiation competence Responsibility for financial results Ability to work with large volumes and deadlines Practical approach and focus on results Additional information Excellent knowledge of the specifics of the Chinese market Experience in anti-crisis procurement Willingness to travel and work remotely Own supplier base in China Vladimir Chernobaev Manager for purchasing goods from China / Head of Foreign Economic Activity (PRC)