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Christian Grabe

Lutherstadt Wittenberg,ST

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 6 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner of E-commerce Business

Benera
04.2018 - Current
  • Leading E-commerce Business from 0 to around 3,000,000 $ annual revenue
  • Hired, trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Introduced and improved new methods, practices,processes and systems to reduce turnaround time, reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction
  • Researched and evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls ,improve operations and enlarge product portfolio
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • continuing improving and adjusting supply chain
  • Managing Business on own Webshop and a broad range on different European online Marketplaces
  • Constantly looking for new Products and Suppliers to enlarge product portfolio and meet Customer Demand

Technical Purchaser

Kurtz Holding GmbH & Co. Beteiligungs KG
05.2017 - 01.2018
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
  • Reduced order processing time by streamlining purchasing processes and documentation.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels for production needs through effective forecasting and planning.

Project Purchaser

Maurer Electronics GmbH
07.2016 - 05.2017
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Communicated with manufacturing department regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to minimize cost of project
  • Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
  • Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
  • Evaluated vendor performance, ensuring compliance with company standards and expectations.

Logistics Assistant

General Logistics Systems GmbH & Co. OHG
08.2006 - 07.2009
  • Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements.
  • Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by coordinating efficient transportation routes and carrier schedules.
  • Generated, distributed and filed copies of all billing paperwork.
  • Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

HTWK Leipzig
Leipzig
02.2014

Skills

  • Revenue Generation
  • Small business operations
  • Business marketing
  • Operations Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Financial Administration
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • KPI Management

Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Owner of E-commerce Business

Benera
04.2018 - Current

Technical Purchaser

Kurtz Holding GmbH & Co. Beteiligungs KG
05.2017 - 01.2018

Project Purchaser

Maurer Electronics GmbH
07.2016 - 05.2017

Logistics Assistant

General Logistics Systems GmbH & Co. OHG
08.2006 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

HTWK Leipzig

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