Georgy Korazhov

Driving Operational Excellence: From Strategy to Execution With expertise in Production Site Launch, New Product Introduction, and Supply Chain & Purchasing Organization Setup, I thrive in transforming complex challenges into streamlined operations. - Production Site Launch – Managing end-to-end setup, from infrastructure planning to operational readiness, ensuring a smooth and efficient go-live. - New Product Introduction (NPI) – Coordinating cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring seamless integration into production. - Supply Chain & Purchasing Organization Setup – Establishing robust supply chain networks, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing procurement strategies to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

- Supply Chain Optimization – Assessing and redesigning supply chain operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize risks. - Procurement Strategy Development – Establishing sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and contract management to drive cost savings and value creation. - Supplier Relationship Management – Evaluating and managing supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships.

Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Optimization With expertise in procurement strategy, supplier management, and business process improvement, I focus on building efficient, cost-effective, and scalable procurement frameworks. My approach ensures long-term value creation, competitive supplier relationships, and continuous process optimization. Key Achievements & Expertise: - Procurement Regulations & Methodology – Established structured procurement policies and sector-specific methodologies for sourcing goods and services. - Supplier & Contractor Management – Developed RFI (qualification selection) and RFQ (competitive bidding) procedures to foster long-term, win-win partnerships. - Tender Process Execution – Managed procurement of materials, equipment, design, construction, installation, maintenance, and operations. - Portfolio & Category Management – Optimized procurement portfolios, aligning categories with dedicated specialists for improved efficiency. - Scenario Planning & Risk Mitigation – Implemented strategic forecasting to enhance decision-making and adaptability. - Performance & KPI Management – Developed and monitored quarterly dashboards, tracking pricing, lead times, and supplier performance. - Continuous Process Improvement – Simplified workflows to accelerate sourcing, expand supplier competition, and enhance cost savings. - Supplier Evaluation & Compliance – Established blacklist regulations, service rate assessments, and supplier feedback mechanisms for better collaboration. Results & Impact: - 25% cost savings on allocated budget - 20% reduction in wage fund - 27 assets successfully launched By implementing structured procurement strategies, efficient supplier management, and data-driven decision-making, I drive cost reduction, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

Procurement, Logistics & Organizational Optimization With extensive expertise in procurement, logistics, and organizational restructuring, I help businesses optimize their supply chains, reduce costs, and drive efficiency. By leveraging supplier partnerships, process automation, and data-driven strategies, I achieve significant operational improvements. Key Expertise: Procurement & Supplier Management Developed and optimized production plans for modular structures, aligning procurement with operational needs. Automated procurement processes and integrated them into 1C ERP, streamlining operations. Implemented EDI systems with suppliers to improve communication and order accuracy. Negotiated cost-effective contracts with suppliers, reducing costs and building long-term partnerships. Warehouse Logistics Optimization Led the reorganization of warehouses to improve storage efficiency and workflow. Reduced inventory turnover from 14-21 days to 5-9 days, improving cash flow and reducing costs. Transport Logistics Efficiency Optimized transportation processes by switching to key transport providers and reorganizing loading models, reducing transportation costs. Achieved Just-in-Time (JIT) deliveries and improved regional shipping efficiency. Organizational Leadership & Development Restructured departments to improve performance, aligning teams with business goals. Developed KPIs to track and improve department performance, ensuring clear accountability. Improved warehouse security in collaboration with security teams, reducing risks and losses. Leadership & Impact: Direct Reports: 5 (Heads of Planning, Transport, Procurement, Finished Goods Warehouse, Maintenance Warehouse) Team Size: 108 Employees Delivered 25% savings in procurement and reduced transportation costs through strategic negotiations. I combine strategic procurement, logistics, and leadership to help organizations achieve cost savings, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy & Optimization I specialize in developing and implementing comprehensive Supply Chain strategies (logistics and procurement) that drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance across operations. Key Responsibilities: Supply Chain Leadership: Managed procurement, warehouse, transport, and production planning departments to ensure seamless operations. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Led contractual work, market monitoring, supplier analysis, and identified potential risks with unreliable suppliers. Procurement & Cost Optimization: Focused on reducing supply chain costs through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and process improvements. Logistics Process Improvement: Developed and optimized business processes and technologies to enhance logistics efficiency. Warehouse Operations & Inventory Control: Conducted analysis on warehouse operations, inventory levels, and optimized purchase and storage volumes using ABC/XYZ analysis. Coordination of Regional Logistics: Managed logistics across various regions of the Russian Federation, ensuring timely and cost-effective operations. Transportation Control & Risk Management: Oversaw the transportation of goods between departments, ensuring proper insurance and tracking of cargo. Production Planning: Managed production capacity, redistributed tasks across multiple sites, and synchronized operations to reduce costs and optimize labor. Commercial Activity: Conducted profitability calculations for new offers and issued commercial proposals to ensure business growth.

Accountable for end-to-end supply chain development and management for new vehicle launches, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of components and vehicles. Key Responsibilities: New Model Launches: Led the successful launch of Renault Kaptur, Nissan Terrano, Renault Arkana, and derivatives like Duster Dakar and Kaptur Extreme, managing the entire supply chain. Production Planning: Developed production plans to ensure smooth material flow from suppliers to production sites. Project Leadership: Led the reorganization of parts delivery from French suppliers, managing risks and ensuring continuous material flow. Risk & Financial Analysis: Analyzed risks, reviewed financial reports, and identified areas to optimize costs and processes. Supplier & Transport Coordination: Managed technical and commercial negotiations with suppliers and transport platforms, ensuring timely deliveries. Operational Management: Oversaw day-to-day operations, troubleshooting logistics challenges, and coordinating transport to meet deadlines. Cost Control & Optimization: Managed financial planning, optimized material and manpower allocation, and reduced delivery costs. Team Management: Recruited, trained, and managed a team of 25 across procurement, production, and logistics departments. Process Improvement: Implemented warehouse and inventory strategies to improve efficiency and reduce operational inefficiencies. Key Results: Established and led the supply chain division, growing a team from zero to 25 people. Successfully launched multiple vehicle models on time, meeting all production and supply deadlines. Achieved cost reductions and logistics improvements, ensuring smooth vehicle launches and operational efficiency.

- In-band logistics flow organization - Layout organization - Organization of inventory , warehousing and delivery of parts on the conveyor - Reducing points deliveries - Reduction of working posts - Organization of logistics R2 flows for piking / kitting delivery - Implementation of 5S, Kaizen standards.

- Sales Management - Tender organization - Negotiation - Prepare and presentations of services to potential clients in English and Russian - Clients meetings - Analysts group management - Marketing research

Supplies managing Orders administration Preparation of orders Transport and provider managing

Participation in www.cburo.fr development. Management of IT Computers repairing

Project responsible, Direction of the Russian Federation Post, Izhevsk 3 months placement: Management of software resources development project WEB-Development site

Specialization : Supply Chain management Main modules: - Financial analysis - Strategic management - Project management - Information Systems

Specialization : Sales Management Main modules: - Strategic Management - International Business

Specialization : Programming Main modules : Networks, Databases, Algorithms, Programming

Specialization : Information System Main modules: - Networks - Programming - Information Systems Analysis.