Python
Ljerko Plevnik
Procurement Manager
Zagreb
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive expertise in analysis, controlling, procurement, sales, and finance. Known for a meticulous and detail-oriented approach that consistently drives exceptional results in project execution. A strong advocate for teamwork, fostering collaboration to achieve shared goals and enhance overall performance. Committed to leveraging diverse skills to contribute effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Board adviser for procurement in CV segment
Ciak Group d.d.
05.2023 - Current
- Conducting COGS analysis and proposing tasks related to inventory, procurement, and sales campaigns
- Analyzing plan realizations
- Demand planning
- Monthly and quarterly reports on margin, profit margin, turnover, inventory turnover coefficient, margin coefficient, and employee productivity across departments
- Reporting on margins by regions
- Preparing additional analyses upon owner requests and proposing solutions
- Preparing quarterly large orders as needed and assisting colleagues with these
Head of procurement
CIAK Truck d.o.o.
09.2020 - 04.2023
- Managing and analyzing inventory for 140,000 items using SQL, Excel, Python, and Power BI
- Daily analysis of assortment, prices, items, competitors, etc.
- Managing procurement and inventory at the company level
- Participating in and coordinating various projects with other departments
- Proposing new suppliers and new product ranges
Product Manager
Inter Cars d.o.o. Zaprešić
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Inventory analysis, creating various reports (Availability, Lost Sales, Lodgment) using Excel and Power BI
- Preparing reports at an international level
- Responsible for developing individual brands
- Suggestions for marketing promotions
Product Range Group supervisor
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Finding new suppliers and analyzing them
- Creating optimal inventory specifications for each brand
- Using various methods and models to analyze inventory
- Brand development and increasing market share
- Proposing and preparing for various training programs
- Developing relationships with major clients and structuring and expanding the assortment based on their needs
Head of Sales
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
04.2009 - 02.2015
- Leading a sales team (12 sales staff members: salespeople and representatives)
- Forecasting, controlling, and analyzing sales results
- Negotiating with key customers on commercial terms
- Actively participating in public procurement procedures
Head of Finance and Controlling
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
09.2009 - 03.2012
- Budget creation
- Profitability analyses and monitoring plans
- Managing company liquidity; cash flow forecasting, receivables, and payables analyses
- Negotiating with banks for long-term and short-term credit lines
- Negotiating with large customers regarding financing terms
- Feasibility studies for investment projects
- Implementing company procedures and policies according to ISO standards
Head of Controlling
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on sales, procurement, and stock levels for both distribution and service segments
- Controlling reports from MS Navision and coordinating their development
- Implementing company procedures and policies according to ISO standards
Brand Manager
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
09.2001 - 12.2006
- Creating orders and expanding the product range for individual suppliers
- Monitoring trends and introducing new products to the market
- Coordinating the entire ordering and logistics process
- Negotiating with suppliers
- Monitoring stock levels in stores, overall stock levels, and competitor pricing
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Finance
Zagreb University / Faculty of Economics
Zagreb 04.2001 -
Skills
Python (currently in training)
Certification
Python – 125 hours course (Orusus Institute) and further skill development (500+ hours)
Software
Power BI
Excel
Power apps
SQL
Interests
Stock exhange
Data base
Technique
ping-pong, chess, football matches
A person who knows how to listen, is always on time, analytical and ready for teamwork
Timeline
Board adviser for procurement in CV segment
Ciak Group d.d.
05.2023 - Current
Head of procurement
CIAK Truck d.o.o.
09.2020 - 04.2023
Product Manager
Inter Cars d.o.o. Zaprešić
04.2017 - 08.2020
Product Range Group supervisor
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
03.2015 - 04.2017
Head of Finance and Controlling
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
09.2009 - 03.2012
Head of Sales
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
04.2009 - 02.2015
Head of Controlling
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
01.2007 - 08.2009
Brand Manager
M.B. Auto d.o.o.
09.2001 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - International Finance
Zagreb University / Faculty of Economics
04.2001 -
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