Iuliia Dzhura

Iuliia Dzhura

Project manager for International Manufacturing

About

Results-Driven Procurement Leader with 10+ years in strategic sourcing and China-based supplier management. I help global brands like KFC, Ferrero, and Diageo optimize costs by 20-99%, mitigate supply chain risks, and deliver innovative products through trusted Asian manufacturing partnerships.Some examples of my impact: • Saved $17.4K (99.3%) on 60K Captain Morgan glasses by pioneering student labor models ($0.003/unit) • Won $273K KFC contract in 3 hours by sourcing competitor’s Chinese supplier and accelerating samples • Boosted Ferrero’s Kinder promo yield by 25% ($2→$2.5/unit) via on-site factory oversight in China • Recovered $3.6K in free replacements for Hoegaarden by proving manufacturer defects during China audits What sets me apart: ✓ 10+ trusted Chinese factory partnerships built through Renmin University exchange program ✓ Trilingual negotiation skills (Russian/English/Mandarin C1) for cross-cultural deals ✓ Crisis-to-resolution mindset – salvaged 60K Baltika flash drives in 48 hours I thrive in roles where I can: • Develop cost-optimized sourcing strategies for global markets • Bridge Western compliance standards with Asian manufacturing realities • Build supplier ecosystems that balance cost, quality, and innovation Let’s connect to discuss how I can strengthen your supply chain. 📩 Email yulia.dzhura14@gmail.com | 📍 Serbia, Novi sad

Country

Serbia

City

Novi Sad

Industry

International Trade & Development

Skill

Коммуникация, Ведение переговоров, Microsoft Excel, Английский язык, Microsoft Office, График производства, Continuous Improvement, Import Operations, Teamwork, Business Relationship Management, Sourcing, Collaborative Problem Solving, Import Logistics, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Supply Chain Optimization, Market Research, Supply Chain Management, Chinese Culture, Cost Management

Experience

Bigfish pro

Project manager for International Manufacturing

Bigfish pro

2025-3 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Москва, Москва, Россия

Full-service B2B creative agency delivering custom merchandise and promotional solutions from China for global brands. Strategy, SMM, POSM, and digital — all under one roof. Full-cycle procurement: from supplier search and factory audit to price negotiation, sample approval, timelines, and logistics. Main client – Yandex.

Aqua art

Production Manager for Promotional Merchandise (import)

Aqua art

LinkedIn
2018-8 - 2023-10 · 5 yrs 3 mos

Moscow City, Russia

Full-cycle producer of promotional products, POS displays, and retail equipment with in-house design, logistics, and production. Savings:Prevented $0.50/unit cost hikes ($500+ total) for 1k Oriflame's promotional items by renegotiating manufacturing terms following last-minute design revisions and securing on-time delivery without extra shipping fees. Managed international orders from concept to delivery: sourcing, sampling, production oversight. Responsible for packaging, certification, and timeline control

Universal gifts

Senior International Trade Procurement Manager

Universal gifts

2017-8 - 2018-8 · 1 yr 1 mo

Moscow, Moscow City, Russia

Cost optimization: Saved ~$5.6K on a 20K-unit order for Aqua View by reducing unit cost ~20% (to $1/item) through supplier negotiations and redesign of existing stock without visual changes. supplier of custom-branded promotional products, textiles, and gadgets for corporate clients across various industries. Negotiations: Secured a $273K contract for 350K limited-edition KFC buckets by identifying and negotiating with Chinese supplier within 3 hours, delivering samples ahead of schedule, overcoming the client’s initial preference for a different supplier. Internal control: Rescued Ferrero's Kinder promotional campaign by securing 25% budget increase ($2→$2.5/unit) and executing on-site production oversight in China, delivering premium items on time without defects. Managed documentation preparation and translation, controlled logistics and delivery deadlines. Business trips. Taking part in Canton Fair and Mega show fair

Freelance Projects

Promotional Merchandise Buyer (import)

Freelance Projects

LinkedIn
2016-8 - 2017-8 · 1 yr 1 mo

Moscow, Moscow City, Russia

Operated as an independent outsource contractor, supporting clients with end-to-end sourcing: from factory research and cost calculations to sample production and arranging pre shipment QC, logistics provider search and comparison of delivery terms and costs, and on-time delivery oversight with quality assurance. Main client Alfa bank

El Paco

Senior International Trade Procurement Manager

El Paco

LinkedIn
2015-8 - 2016-8 · 1 yr 1 mo

Moscow, Moscow City, Russia

Creative agency and manufacturer of original POSM, packaging, and branded materials for product promotion. Supplier relationship management: Secured free re-production of ~200 chip units after cargo fire and ensured on-time delivery to top Russian bank by leveraging supplier trust and managing crisis logistics from China. Sorting efficiency: Saved $17,400 (99.3%) on 60K Captain Morgan glasses by implementing student piece-rate sorting ($0.003/unit vs. $5/hr professionals), increasing acceptable units from 30% to 50% in 30 days.

Pride Promo

Head of Production department (import)

Pride Promo

2013-7 - 2015-8 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Moscow, Moscow City, Russia

Award-winning agency specializing in custom promo kits, branded gifts, and impactful POSM for global and local brands. Full-cycle production with in-house design, logistics, and printing. Category management: Created viral merch concept for Jägermeister in 1 week despite unclear brief: proposed category fit, met budget, and secured order of 60K sunglasses + 2 additional models (120 units). Compliance management: Secured 30% of a 20K-unit batch ($3.6K value) as free replacements post-payment by proving manufacturer fault during on-site negotiations in China over Hoegaarden coaster defect. Strategic sourcing: Prevented damage to 60K Baltika flash drives and saved 4+ workdays by mobilizing trusted China traders to enforce urgent 48-hour repacking. Oversaw all stages of production and logistics from China. Business trips. Taking part in Canton Fair and Mega show fair

Education

Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU)

Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU)

LinkedIn

International relationships

2006 - 2012 · 6 yrs

Department of Regional Studies of Southeast Asia. Speciality - Chinese language

Renmin University of China

Renmin University of China

LinkedIn

Chinese language

2011 - 2012 · 1 yr

One year of internship

Iuliia Dzhura's Contact Information

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