Nataliia Spektor

Head of Direct Procurement

Professional Overview
Nataliia Spektor is an experienced procurement professional with a strong track record of driving operational efficiency and cost optimization. As the Head of Direct Procurement at Acino, she oversees the company's strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship activities for its core business operations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Nataliia has served as the Head of Direct Procurement at Acino since May 2018. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive procurement strategies to support the organization's growth and profitability objectives. Nataliia's key achievements include:

• Negotiated over 30 supplier contracts, resulting in an average 15% cost savings across the direct procurement portfolio

• Implemented a centralized procurement system, improving visibility and control over $50M in annual direct spend

• Spearheaded the development of a supplier performance management framework, enhancing supplier accountability and service levels

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Nataliia held the position of Procurement Manager at Acino from 2016 to 2018, where she was responsible for sourcing and managing the company's indirect spend categories. Before joining Acino, Nataliia served as the Head of the Customer Service Department at JSC "Blitz-Inform" from 2003 to 2016, where she gained valuable experience in customer relations and operational management.

Academic Background
Nataliia holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy, where she graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management

• Contract negotiation and administration

• Procurement process optimization and automation

• Cross-functional stakeholder engagement and collaboration

• Strategic planning and project management

Professional Impact
Nataliia's leadership and procurement expertise have contributed to Acino's operational efficiency and cost savings. She has spearheaded initiatives to streamline procurement processes, leverage technology, and establish strong supplier partnerships, ultimately driving the organization's competitive advantage in the pharmaceutical industry.

Conclusion
With over 15 years of experience in procurement and operations, Nataliia Spektor is a versatile and results-oriented professional who consistently delivers measurable improvements to the organizations she serves. As the Head of Direct Procurement at Acino, she is committed to optimizing the company's supply chain and procurement function to support its continued growth and success.