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Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Competencies and Industry Tools
Certificates
References
Personal Information
Key Qualifications
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VARVARA DESPOINA ANASTASIADOU

Certified Advanced Procurement Professional
Piraeus

Summary

A solutions-oriented Procurement Manager who can formulate and drive a consistent approach towards all sourcing, purchasing and tendering activities, so to ensure value for money is maximized and cost savings generated. Always ensure that purchasing activities comply to the Group SOP's and treat them with integrity and confidentiality. Certified Advanced Procurement Professional (CAPP) Procurement Manager via Skill Dynamics accredited by IFPSM.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Real Estate Manager

EUROSTEGASI
07.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed local real estate market conditions and trends to identify profitable investment opportunities.
  • Cultivated lasting relationships with past clients through consistent follow-up contact to support their ongoing real estate needs or concerns.
  • Collaborated with mortgage brokers, attorneys, and other stakeholders to expedite processes while maintaining clear communication channels throughout each transaction.
  • Evaluated properties for potential salability and pricing.
  • Provided guidance and consultation to clients to make well-informed decisions in real estate investments.
  • Facilitated successful negotiations between buyers and sellers to reach mutually beneficial agreements in a timely manner.

Procurement Manager

FOUNDEVER HELLAS SINGLE MEMBER S.A.
02.2022 - 06.2024
  • Responsible for strategic sourcing and operational procurement
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs,
  • Oversaw contract administration activities, including drafting agreements, negotiating terms, managing renewals, and addressing disputes or discrepancies as needed.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
  • Conducted regular supplier performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and foster accountability.
  • Managing tenders via Sourcing Tools
  • Update project pipeline with Savings & Cost Avoidance on a monthly basis
  • Ensure compliancy with Company's Global Procurement policy


Procurement Executive

WASCO COATINGS EUROPE B.V - GREEK BRANCH
06.2017 - 02.2022
  • Set up of Procurement Dpt of WASCO Greece and WASCO UK
  • Review of Group Policies for Procurement and adaptation to the local Operations
  • Purchasing of Raw Materials, Production and Maintenance tools and equipment, Operational Supplies and Spares
  • Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
  • Improved cash flow management by implementing cost-effective payment terms with suppliers.
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
  • Review the Purchase Requests submitted by relevant Departments
  • Prepare and release RFI, RFP & RfQ Forms to potential suppliers
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiations with Suppliers / Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
  • Creation of Purchase Orders in SAP
  • Control of the Project budget spent
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT - LOGISTICS

  • Imports / Exports Documentation of Raw Materials , equipment and spares from and to EU and NON-EU Countries.
  • Negotiate & Manage Agreements with transport Companies / Forwarders / Customs Agents -
  • Arrange bookings, tracking, schedules of loadings - Prepare the export documents in compliance with Customs and Government Regulations for Greece and various countries.


Real Estate Agent

EUROSTEGASI - REAL ESTATE AGENCY
07.2014 - 05.2017
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Property Valuation/ Contract Negotiation
  • Sales Management from the in-person visit to the property up to the final contract.
  • Streamlined communication between all parties involved in transactions, ensuring smooth closings and satisfied clients.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to provide clients with accurate information on current trends and pricing strategies.

Office Administrator | Assistant in 4 Departments

BIOTEK CY LTD
08.2013 - 07.2014

1. Technical Office Assistant

  • Handling of Documents/Specifications & Certificates, Data Entry and Files Maintenance & Update

2. Procurement Dpt. Assistant

  • Procurement of Local Supplies (Project materials/gas & fuels/peripherals and consumables)
  • Contact Potential Vendors/ Set up collaboration terms/ RFQs Preparation/ Price negotiation/ Evaluation of Vendors/ POs Preparation /Delivery of POs monitoring

3. Logistics Assistant

  • Documentation for Imports /Exports

4. Human Resources Assistant

  • Interview the candidates/workers , recruitment process


Office Administrator at the Technical Department

ALFA PI S.A.
05.2011 - 12.2012
  • Responsible for the Steam Tracing project

Document Control, WIR & Traceability Daily Control

Drafting of As Built isometrics & Test Packages

Weekly & Monthly Progress Reports

Cost Control / Project Claims & Variation Orders


Real Estate Broker Associate

EUROSTEGASI - REAL ESTATE AGENCY
05.2002 - 04.2011
  • Set up in-person visits of properties / Properties Valuation
  • Promotion/Advertising Management through advertisements
  • Guided clients from beginning to end of home buying process in choosing right property.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients, resulting in successful real estate transactions.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to provide clients with accurate information on current trends and pricing strategies.
  • Portfolio Management: Handling updating clients tracker and responsible to keep open communication

Education

NATIONAL DIPLOMA (DEGREE) - Business Administration, Marketing & International Relations

Higher Technological Education Institute (ATEI) of Piraeus
Athens
01.2002 - 01.2009

Skills

    Analytical thinking

    Strategic Thinking

    Problem-solving abilities

    Decision making

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Self motivation

    Attention to detail

    Time management and Prioritization

    Organizational skills

    Consistency

Professional Competencies and Industry Tools


  • Sourcing: Demand review, market research, tendering, supplier offer evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, supplier onboarding, supplier relationship management, supplier performance management
  • Negotiation: Contract Negotiation, Cost Savings, Dealing with Suppliers best pricing , lead time, ensuring at the same time the right product in good quality and quantity
  • Risk Management: Vendor Performance Evaluation, monitoring the purchase process from request to delivery
  • Cost Management: Reporting of spend, budget monitoring, evaluation of business needs
  • Operational Procurement: Spares, Equipment, Tools, Consumables and Services supply
  • Other Processes: Leading and monitoring the RFXs processes from the specifications received by the stakeholders up to the evaluation / comparison of bids and the selection of the preferred vendor to the assignment of the project.
  • Tools/Software: MS Office, SAP MM, SCOUT, COUPA



Certificates

Training and Upskilling:

  • Certified Advanced Procurement Professional (CAPP) Procurement Manager, PASCCAPP20240212308, 02/01/24, Skill Dynamics accredited by IFPSM, Digital Badge Unique ID: https://badges.openbadges.me/api/badgeitem/53ed748c-dccd-417a-8e88-7072575f09e1/metadata?host=app.openbadges.me
  • Certificate in Supply Chain Management, 2019, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 9.1
  • Certificate in Architectural Design using AutoCAD 2D & AutoCAD 3D, Intergraphics Art - Design & New Technologies
  • Certificate in Real Estate & Property Estimation, Universal College

References

Provided upon request

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/17/82
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Greek

Key Qualifications

A solutions-oriented Procurement Manager who can formulate and drive a consistent approach towards all sourcing, purchasing and tendering activities, so to ensure value for money is maximized and cost savings generated. Always ensure that purchasing activities comply to the Group SOP's and treat them with integrity and confidentiality. Certified Advanced Procurement Professional (CAPP) Procurement Manager via Skill Dynamics accredited by IFPSM.

Timeline

Real Estate Manager

EUROSTEGASI
07.2024 - Current

Procurement Manager

FOUNDEVER HELLAS SINGLE MEMBER S.A.
02.2022 - 06.2024

Procurement Executive

WASCO COATINGS EUROPE B.V - GREEK BRANCH
06.2017 - 02.2022

Real Estate Agent

EUROSTEGASI - REAL ESTATE AGENCY
07.2014 - 05.2017

Office Administrator | Assistant in 4 Departments

BIOTEK CY LTD
08.2013 - 07.2014

Office Administrator at the Technical Department

ALFA PI S.A.
05.2011 - 12.2012

Real Estate Broker Associate

EUROSTEGASI - REAL ESTATE AGENCY
05.2002 - 04.2011

NATIONAL DIPLOMA (DEGREE) - Business Administration, Marketing & International Relations

Higher Technological Education Institute (ATEI) of Piraeus
01.2002 - 01.2009
VARVARA DESPOINA ANASTASIADOUCertified Advanced Procurement Professional