Irina Polukhina
AMSTERDAM
Summary
With over 17 years of progressive experience in data science, financial reporting, supply chain, and project management. I have strong business acumen and change management skills. Looking for a new opportunity to work on transformation project while inspiring and motivating people I work with.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director
MSD BV
07.2022 - Current
- Acting as a part of leadership team of Regulatory Affairs Europe. Organized and coordinated preparation and execution of rigorous Operating Reviews for regional team and AVP
- Established strong relationships with key partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Passionate about fostering employee development and growth. Led setup and execution of global in-house University for Regulatory Affairs Organization
- Conducted in depth data analysis of Labeling Process and 4 tools used for it, leading group of global SMEs. Implemented data-driven decision-making strategies, leading to more informed business choices and positive outcomes.
- Setup and ran quarterly pipeline insights newsletter. Conducted research on product development, life cycle, clinical data, and financial performance of MSD
- Playing a key role in setting up Global Career Development Summit, Career Expo, and Townhall.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
Senior Finance Business Analyst - Supply Chain
MSD BV
02.2018 - 07.2022
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy by conducting in-depth data analysis and implementing advanced modeling techniques.
- Developed a robust financial reporting system for timely delivery of accurate financial information to stakeholders.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving internal controls over financial reporting, resulting in stronger safeguards against fraud or misstatement.
- Implemented new freight bill audit solution, significantly streamlining transaction processing times while maintaining data integrity.
- Conducted demand planning exercises to accurately forecast future inventory needs based on historical sales trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive supply chain plans.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in supply chain management while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
External Manufacturing Finance Team Lead
MSD BV
12.2015 - 02.2018
- Lead a team responsible for Global external manufacturing finance support
- Managed production expenses, inventory, and profit margins for multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring accurate allocation of resources and minimizing financial risks.
- Lead One SAP (Comet) implementation project for the group.
- Spearheaded efforts to automate manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance department while reducing error rates in data entry processes.
- Reduced operational costs with thorough expense analysis and implementation of cost-effective strategies.
Financial Analyst
MSD BV
09.2012 - 12.2015
- Maintained product cost, production variances reporting, in-transit inventory monitoring, and intercompany profit analysis.
Logistics Analyst
British American Tobacco
08.2008 - 04.2011
- On time in full delivery of products to Caucasus region countries, inventory analysis, and quality monitoring.
Education
MSc Finance and Law -
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
09.2012
BBA Business Management -
Caucasus University
09.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Operations Management
- Event Planning
- Corporate Communications
- Crisis Management
- Onboarding and training
- Organizational Development
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Associate Director
MSD BV
07.2022 - Current
Senior Finance Business Analyst - Supply Chain
MSD BV
02.2018 - 07.2022
External Manufacturing Finance Team Lead
MSD BV
12.2015 - 02.2018
Financial Analyst
MSD BV
09.2012 - 12.2015
Logistics Analyst
British American Tobacco
08.2008 - 04.2011
MSc Finance and Law -
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
BBA Business Management -
Caucasus University
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