Athina Prezerakou
Lead, Procurement Sourcing Greece & Cyprus
Athens
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in procurement and vendor management, delivering significant cost savings and driving RFP processes. Led teams, negotiated contracts, and managed supplier agreements. Implemented new processes and achieved measurable results in quarterly reports. Within the last 2 years, I established and managed end-to-end supplier agreements for multiple types of services, driving impactful results for the organizations. Working closely with the CFO, Sales Department and delivery departments. My Experience in a multinational demanding environment as it was Ericsson and now Kyndryl Hellas is considered valuable for any new job role since I am bringing a very strong know-how of my professional is knowing how important is to follow processes, in parallel to be flexible, smoothly cooperation within the organization departments, good listener etc. In the meantime, I currently study Psychology which in parallel with the MBA that I did providing what procurement or buyer responsible should have good financial overview knowledge as well as the empathetic support having an excellent supplier management.
I am also Ambitious, self-driven, with enthusiasm and initiative at work environment. Looking for a new role as buyer, where skills, knowledge and previous experience in procurement can be applied and support as well as enhanced the whole procurement department. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lead Procurement Sourcing
Kyndryl Hellas
7 2022 - Current
- Leading procurement activities for Greece and Cyprus.
- Vendor negotiations (market price, contract, termination clauses and payment terms) for equipment and services focus mainly on ICT sector.
- Vendor Management with end-to-end responsibility of supplier agreements (especially with IT Products, HW, SW maintenance and support services as well as vended services).
- Excellent knowledge of SAP Ariba & S4 Hana
- Approver of purchase requisitions, via SAP to IT purchases for Greece and Cyprus.
- Driving and executing RFP/Q processes via SAP, quotation analysis & evaluation
- Status report of procurement dpt on quarterly basis.
- Creating saving reports.
- Experienced with SAP including electronic archiving of agreements.
- Status of supplier's Invoices in cooperation with accounting dpt
- Strong supplier relationships and management having face-to-face meetings in terms of new products and services.
- Preparation of agreements in cooperation with legal, sales and delivery departments in order to secure that we are in line with clients' contracts as well.
- Market analysis in order to improve purchasing efficiency.
- Enhanced negotiation strategies with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing and payment terms
- Managed supplier relationships, resolving issues promptly and maintaining strong partnerships
- Oversaw end-to-end RFP process for major procurement's, from documentation preparation to contract awarding
- Spearheaded contract negotiations with key suppliers, securing favorable terms while minimizing risks exposure
- Facilitated effective communication between internal departments and external suppliers, fostering collaboration and transparency
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop category-specific procurement strategies aligning with business objectives
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries
- Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services
Procurement, Contract and Accounting Officer
Fysiko Aerio Ellados
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Leading vendor negotiations and procurement activities.
- Negotiating with suppliers on market price, contract, and payment terms for equipment and services.
- Vendor Management with end-to-end responsibility for multiple types of supplier agreements (ΙΤ, Marketing, Energy, Sales, HR, Credit control etc.).
- Prepare and review draft agreements in cooperation with legal dpt.
- Acting as interface between Legal, DPO team and Financial departments.
- Approver, via ERP platform (Entersoft), for all organization's purchases.
- Creating internal processes and ensuring proper documentation and communication.
- Driving and executing RFP processes in cooperation with responsible business dpt.
- Assessing financial details of major suppliers such as P&L.
- Status report of Procurement dpt on quarterly basis.
- Continual demonstration of organizational and communication dexterity's
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and clients to maintain timely payments while negotiating favorable terms
Business Process Controller
Communisis Hellas
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Single point of reference for customer invoicing
- Working directly with the customer, at customer premises (Procter & Gamble)
- Weekly financial forecasting reports
- Project management tasks for P&G corporate with in-store team
- Direct contact with supplier for all project procurement activities (price negotiation, PO ordering, specification).
Sourcing Specialist
Ericsson Hellas S.A. (contractor)
02.2012 - 08.2018
- Vendor negotiations and sourcing activities across Southeastern Europe (Greece, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria, Romania).
- Vendor Management end-to-end responsibility for multiple types of supplier agreements.
- Forecast and analysis of new sourcing opportunities, estimating forecasted savings on quarterly basis (financial reports).
- Driving and executing sourcing-lead tender processes, including e-sourcing tools and practices.
- Assessing financial details of major suppliers such as P&L and performance.
- Creating saving reports.
Team Assistant - Project Support/Coordination
Ericsson Hellas S.A. (contractor)
11.2010 - 02.2012
- Facilitated successful meetings by preparing agendas, recording minutes, and following up on action items.
- Provided exceptional administrative support to senior leaders, enabling them to focus on strategic decisions.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients through timely correspondence and excellent customer service skills.
- Improved office efficiency with the implementation of digital filing systems and document templates.
Family Company | Import of Vending Machines
ARTELia MEPE
Greece
09.2003 - 09.2010
Education
BSc in Psychology - Psychology
IST College (Wrexham University)
Greece 10.2022 - Current
Master Business Administration (MBA) - Master Business Administration (MBA)
City Unity College (Cardiff Metropolitan University)
Greece 09.2014 - 05.2016
Surgical Nurse - Nursing Midwifery
IEK SBIE
Greece 09.2002 - 05.2004
Skills
Coursesseminars
- Federation of Hellenic ICT Enterprises (SEPE) National e-procurement Systems (2014)
- O.N. Consultants Finance for non-accountants (2014)
- Ericsson Presentation & Negotiation Skills (2013)
- National and Kapodistriakon University of Athens E-Business (2007 - 2008)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/12/1983
References
Available upon request
Timeline
BSc in Psychology - Psychology
IST College (Wrexham University)
10.2022 - Current
Procurement, Contract and Accounting Officer
Fysiko Aerio Ellados
12.2020 - 06.2022
Business Process Controller
Communisis Hellas
10.2018 - 12.2020
Master Business Administration (MBA) - Master Business Administration (MBA)
City Unity College (Cardiff Metropolitan University)
09.2014 - 05.2016
Sourcing Specialist
Ericsson Hellas S.A. (contractor)
02.2012 - 08.2018
Team Assistant - Project Support/Coordination
Ericsson Hellas S.A. (contractor)
11.2010 - 02.2012
Family Company | Import of Vending Machines
ARTELia MEPE
09.2003 - 09.2010
Surgical Nurse - Nursing Midwifery
IEK SBIE
09.2002 - 05.2004
Lead Procurement Sourcing
Kyndryl Hellas
7 2022 - Current
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