TANYA URBAN

A self-motivated professional with over 8 years of experience in International Trade and development of client base within the food industry. Good knowledge of sales and order processing functions, international trade terms, freight forwarding, export procedure and documentation.

objective
		I am looking for a role where my trading experience can be effectively utilized to contribute towards the growth and profitability of a company.
Experience
		2006–2007        OOO ATLANTIC STAR                       Moscow, Russia               (Import, export, wholesale of fruits and vegetables)       Commercial Director §         Created supplier database §         Concluded purchasing contracts to cover Company’s needs. §         Trading activities (Arranging direct shipments from origins to Eastern European markets).
		2003–2006        FIRST Co Ltd.                               St.-Petersburg , Russia               (Import, export, wholesale of fruits and vegetables)       Head of Import & Export Department   Responsible for: ·          Continued business development by generating sales to new customers ·          sourcing suitable suppliers globally ·          negotiating optimal purchasing terms and placing orders Main achievements: ·          Achieved sales growth from EUR 4.5 million to EUR 12.0 million. ·          Expanded sales into Russian market that increased profit by 30%. ·         Increased margins  and profits  by negotiating purchasing terms with suppliers
		1999–2003        FIRST Co Ltd.                               St.-Petersburg , Russia               (import, export, wholesale of fruits and vegetables)       Import-Export Manager   Responsible for: ·          liaison with suppliers and customers ·          handling queries, providing quotes ·          issuance of invoices and  preparation of other shipping documents ·          liaison with shipping lines and forwarding agents ·          monitoring the dispatch and shipment of ordered goods ·          ensuring all documentation is accurately maintained and kept securely at all times ·          providing timely and accurate contract execution
Education
1997-2001 2001-2004	University of Business and Finance                      St.-Petersburg Bachelour degree in Economics        Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)