VP Brands InternationalDirector International markets
Jan. 2022 - Dec. 2023Plovdiv, BulgariaAs Director of International Markets and VP at Brands International, I led a dynamic team focused on enhancing our global market strategy and increasing profitability for Bulgaria's leading spirits and wine producer. I managed internal customer service, pricing, contracts, forecasting, and performance monitoring across multiple countries, customers, and product lines. Through extensive market research and strategic analysis, I developed a 5-year plan to accelerate growth for key international brands whilst expanding our local product offerings and private label business. Following are some of my signature accomplishments: • Drove 40% year-over-year profit growth by creating and executing effective financial strategies.
• Increased over 3X business growth within three years through strategic planning and market analysis.
• Expanded distribution markets by 20% through targeted market penetration and partnership development.
• Reduced COGs by 25% and streamlined portfolio from over 3000 to 180 SKUs, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Developed controlled distributor management system including ways of working, data sharing, and activation standards.
• Established, analysed, and transformed operations into structured, efficient processes in line with company policies, including P&L management, COGS effectiveness, liquid investment plans, and pricing/value chains renegotiation.