Offers Technical Leadership, Capable Of Taking on Challenging Position. Successful in creating Engineering & Purchasing groups, shaping their strategy, attracting and retaining others, building organizational relationships. Progressive career reflects experience Engineering Management, Purchasing, Advance Process Engineering, and new product launches in automotive environment.  Successfully developed HVAC Process Planning Department and MRO Purchasing group responsible for procurement of Capital Equipment and Type Specific Tooling  Developed new purchasing methods / procedures which allowed to secure $7+ million cost savings / avoidances during (1) year period and maintain year-to-date spending 17% below budget. Introduced new practices which are being deployed throughout Purchasing Department to secure cost saving benefits in other commodities. Improved supply chain by direct introduction of new Low Cost Country Suppliers (China and Eastern Europe) and creation of strategic partnerships (managed sourcing) Participated in supplier development program aimed on generation of cost savings through improvements of supplier’s production processes and product quality Excellent negotiation skills Developed cost estimation methods of HVAC production Developed a new method of assembly and test of company products, which became a benchmark in the industry (recognized by DCX , GM, Ford, Nissan, and Honda) Successfully launched (19) major programs (3-4 per year) on time and under budget Achieved the highest performance rating ‘Role Model’ or ‘Exceed Expectations’ in seven consecutive years. Partnered with European colleagues on a ‘best practice’ initiative for process development and tooling design initiatives. Traveled to France, Germany, Czech Republic, Estonia, Mexico, and Brazil on numerous occasions during a nine-year period. Fluent in Russian languageSpecialties: Business Development, Departmental Leadership, Budget Management, Cost Saving Strategies, Vendor Relationships & Development, Productivity Improvements, Lean Manufacturing, Standardization , Design for Manufacturing, Product Optimization, Ergonomic Improvements, Continuous Process Improvements