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Christos Marcou
Business Development Executive / Purchasing
Limassol,02
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Client Relations Manager
Uveler Marketing
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring that each account received personalized attention and care tailored to their unique needs and expectations.
- Informed customers of additional services offered by company to develop opportunities for sales revenue.
- Managed team of 3 for operations department.
- Actively participated in networking events within industry circles in order to establish new connections as well as strengthen existing relationships.
- Developed comprehensive client profiles to tailor solutions and improve personalized service delivery.
- Developed customized client engagement strategies that resulted in a 25% increase in client retention and repeat business.
Business Development Executive and Consultant
FullSulate Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.
- Developed customized solutions for clients, addressing their unique needs and helping them achieve their goals.
- Negotiated client contracts and agreements to cultivate profitable business transactions.
- Established and maintained key strategic partnerships within the oil & gas, marine, transportation, and environmental services sectors to drive product adoption.
- Led market research initiatives to identify emerging trends and sustainability opportunities in industrial and marine environmental solutions.
- Collaborated with regulatory bodies to ensure all business development activities complied with environmental and safety standards relevant to the oil spill response industry.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while promoting biodegradable and environmentally friendly products.
Purchasing Officer
Marlow Navigation
10.2020 - 09.2024
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, resulting in improved cash flow management for the company.
- Evaluated potential suppliers based on their ability to meet delivery deadlines, product quality standards, and pricing competitiveness.
- Enhanced supplier relationships by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Led initiatives to streamline purchasing processes, reducing procurement cycle time and improving cost efficiency.
- Prepare and analyze monthly cost accrual reports and monitor Dry Dock expenses to support budget control and financial reporting accuracy.
- Collaborate with Technical Superintendent and cross-departmental teams to optimize vessel supply chain through effective national and international purchasing activities.
- Collaborate with finance and operations teams to monitor purchasing budgets and control expenditures.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
Operator
M.S Security & Personnel Ltd.
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Operate and maintain marine security systems to ensure the safety of vessels and port facilities in compliance with ISPS code.
- Monitor and report on maritime security threats and incidents, providing timely intelligence updates to management.
- Collaborate with shipping agents, local authorities, and vessel crews to enforce compliance with maritime safety and security standards.
- Manage emergency response procedures for security breaches or maritime incidents to minimize risks and ensure crew safety.
Purchaser
Columbia Shipmanagement
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Responsible for the technical supplies of 9 tanker vessels.
- Supply of Columbia fleet and clients (250 vessels) with lub-oils.
Warehouse Coordinator
MUSKITA Aluminium Industries Ltd
10.2013 - 02.2017
- Coordinated seamless communication between different departments for smooth order fulfillment across all stages of the supply chain process.
- Built truck loading lists for drivers and facilitated loading processes between transportation and warehouse personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies
Frederick University Cyprus
Limassol, Cyprus. 04.2001 -
German Language And Literature
DeutschAkademie Wien
Vienna, Austria10-2013
Skills
Project coordination
Microsoft Office Suite
Customer retention
Account management
JIRA
ASANA
SLACK
ClickFunnels
Reporting
SAP ERP
Purchasing Processes
Budgeting
Supply Chain Operations
AMOS
Oracle Database
KPI Report
Warehouse Management Systems
International Logistics
Interests
Tennis
Certification
GDPR
Timeline
Client Relations Manager
Uveler Marketing
09.2024 - Current
Business Development Executive and Consultant
FullSulate Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Purchasing Officer
Marlow Navigation
10.2020 - 09.2024
Operator
M.S Security & Personnel Ltd.
09.2019 - 09.2020
GDPR
05-2018
Achieving business objectives
11-2017
Environmental Copliance
10-2017
OHSAS 18001:2007
09-2017
ISO 14001:2015
07-2017
ISO 9001:2015
06-2017
ISM Code Awareness
06-2017
Purchaser
Columbia Shipmanagement
03.2017 - 05.2019
Warehouse Coordinator
MUSKITA Aluminium Industries Ltd
10.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies
Frederick University Cyprus
04.2001 -
German Language And Literature
DeutschAkademie Wien