Анна Калаева

Full range of business support functions for all Ashland business industries for CIS sales team: including any kind of business problem solving, API registration process, support in the preparation of local seminars & exhibitions, market research analysis, customs statistics, etc.

Process incoming customer orders and requests for all business units for Russia and Kazakhstan since 2005 until present. Processed orders for Ukraine, Belorussia, Moldova from 2005 until May 2010. Develop and maintain supply chain procedures per each account, coordination of activity between departments to achieve the best results – communication and development of optimal procedures of interactions per account/customer. Various business support activities that helps to grew business within CIS region.

Daily trade negotiations on forwarders intermediary transport services for international customers. Responsible for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters related to the trade deals. Managing budget, organizing schedules & routes, ensuring that vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements, and making sure that drivers/carriers are aware of their duties.

Oversaw entire import process of the company, including purchase orders, customs paperwork, and merchandise verification. Carrying out business negotiations with Russian and foreign partners. Managed the demand/supply planning process and the procurement of “Briggs & Stratton” engines spare parts. Concluding export/import contracts. Company representing at domestic and foreign trade exhibitions.