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Iliana Nikova

Tijuana,BC

Summary

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Global Demand Planning & Purchasing

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
04.2024 - Current
  • - Lead end-to-end purchasing operations for NA Spa and Bath divisions, managing global procurement teams.
  • - Spearheaded S&OP process implementation, reducing global inventory by $17M.
  • - Established global demand planning structure and KPIs.
  • - Directed E&O reduction strategy across BUs.

Sr. Sourcing Manager, Global Procurement

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
07.2021 - Current
  • - Oversaw global sourcing for key commodities.
  • - Delivered $3.9M in cost savings in FY23.
  • - Collaborated on ERP migration.

Sr. Sourcing Manager, NPD

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
09.2019 - 07.2021
  • - Supported NPD through supplier scouting and cost benchmarking.
  • - Coordinated supplier onboarding and tooling POs.
  • - Improved supplier performance and delivery timelines.

Purchasing Manager

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
11.2015 - 09.2019
  • - Managed team of 7 buyers for MOC and engineering change projects.
  • - Directed KPI reporting and NPD material readiness.

Purchasing Supervisor

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
09.2014 - 11.2015
  • Follow and measure Purchasing KPI’s
  • Follow and manage Shortage report
  • Supervises Purchasing ordering process
  • Manages Forecast and supply chain for Top Suppliers
  • Adds, changes or deletes purchasing parameters & quotes
  • Participate in strategic supply chain planning and execute actions and task on buyer level

Planner / Expediter

Sanyo Manufacturing S.A. de C.V.
12.2007 - 09.2011
  • - Managed overseas parts using MRP and VMI systems.
  • - Maintained production-delivery alignment reports.

Buyer – Raw Materials

BII de México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
02.2005 - 12.2007
  • - Negotiated vendor contracts and managed procurement forecasting.

Customs Clerk & Classifier

Customs Roles – Multiple Agencies
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • - Managed import/export compliance and tariff classification.

Education

MBA - Administration

Instituto Tecnológico De Tijuana
Tijuana
06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Administration, Advertising Specialty

Instituto Tecnológico De Tijuana
Tijuana
06.2004

College Degree - Business Management

Northwest College of London
Sofia, Bulgaria

High School Diploma -

High School
Bulgaria

Skills

  • Global Procurement Strategy
  • S&OP / Demand Planning
  • Strategic Sourcing & NPD
  • Supplier Negotiation & Development
  • Inventory Reduction (E&O)
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • ERP/MRP Systems (LN Infor, AS/400)
  • Cost Savings Initiatives ($17M)
  • Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Readiness
  • Team Development & Coaching

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bulgarian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Director, Global Demand Planning & Purchasing

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
04.2024 - Current

Sr. Sourcing Manager, Global Procurement

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
07.2021 - Current

Sr. Sourcing Manager, NPD

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
09.2019 - 07.2021

Purchasing Manager

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
11.2015 - 09.2019

Purchasing Supervisor

Jacuzzi de México S.A. de C.V.
09.2014 - 11.2015

Planner / Expediter

Sanyo Manufacturing S.A. de C.V.
12.2007 - 09.2011

Buyer – Raw Materials

BII de México, S. de R.L. de C.V.
02.2005 - 12.2007

Customs Clerk & Classifier

Customs Roles – Multiple Agencies
01.2001 - 01.2005

MBA - Administration

Instituto Tecnológico De Tijuana

Bachelor of Science - Administration, Advertising Specialty

Instituto Tecnológico De Tijuana

College Degree - Business Management

Northwest College of London

High School Diploma -

High School

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