Olga Kolker

About Olga Kolker

Dynamic strategist with an over 15 year’s record of achievement and demonstrated success in purchasing leadership in highly competitive markets. Entrepreneurial MBA with a pragmatic approach, a bias for action, and a direct and assertive management style. Solid track record in establishing effective supply chains for the domestic and international procurement of gourmet specialties and commodities. Analytical and focused on understanding internal and external needs. Exceptional mentor and coach, combining business acumen with innate leadership abilities to recruit and build a top-performing purchasing team. Fluent in Russian. Available for travel.

Experience

1. Director of Purchasing

   Marky\'s Caviar

   Jan 2004 — Present

   Founder of Marky’s Purchasing Department. Perform all aspects of purchasing, including product sourcing, inventory control, contracts/sales negotiation, freight, sanitary documents for domestic and international imports. Conduct marketing research for new products and positioning in the market. Handle administrative duties related to the purchasing and receiving functions. Recommend cost-saving measures. Ensure effective import logistics. Maintain appropriate quality standards and specifications. Collect and analyze company’s data for financial budgeting. In consort with Sales Director redefine product mix offerings, and product development programs. Conduct weekly product trainings. Dealing with Brokers, Custom, FDA, and other Government organization for the import. Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of supplier invoices. System and organizational analysis and work flow charts. Organize conference and meetings with domestic and international vendors.

Education

• Florida International University

  BA, Marketing and International Business

  1995 — 1999

• Nova Southeastern University

  MBA, International Business

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Purchasing
• International Business
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Leadership
• Product Development
• Analysis
• Procurement
• Logistics
• Budgets
• Food
• Negotiation
• Sales
• Supply Chain
• Pricing
• Inventory Management