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Andra Zikov

Andra Zikov

Purchase Specialist
Bucharest

Summary

Detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist skilled in supplier management, order processing, and ensuring timely product deliveries to meet business needs. Strong communicator with a focus on maintaining efficient supplier relationships and enhancing client satisfaction.



Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Freelance Social Media & Facebook Ads Specialist

Ferma piscicola Alexander Park, Mobili Casa
  • Collaborated with local businesses to manage Facebook ad campaigns and social media presence, leading to increased online visibility and sales
  • Managed daily social media content creation and scheduling, ensuring consistency with business's brand identity and voice
  • Analyzed social media performance metrics and optimized campaigns for better engagement and reach
  • Developed and implemented targeted Facebook ad strategies that resulted in increase of website traffic and lead generation.

Purchase Specialist

OTTO Scan Thor Romania
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed communication with suppliers and clients, ensuring smooth order processing and addressing any issues promptly
  • Successfully coordinated over 20 on-time deliveries within first 6 months, meet client expectations consistently
  • Handled customer service queries, resolving issues promptly and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Collected, arranged, and input information (invoices, Orders) into database system.
  • Monitored inventory levels and updated system to reflect stock changes, preventing delays in order fulfillment
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.

Event Marketing Manager

CARIERE
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Spearheaded planning and promotion of over 40 large-scale events, including conferences, In person and online, and corporate events with up to 350 attendees
  • Managed all aspects of event coordination, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, and guest registration, while adhering to strict budgets and timelines
  • Boosted event attendance by developing and implementing targeted marketing strategies.
  • Owned promotion strategy by creating persuasive copy for all communications, managing email marketing, traditional advertising, driving high engagement and achieving sold-out events
  • Designed post-event surveys to gather feedback and analyze attendee satisfaction, driving continuous improvements in event planning processes
  • Created and distributed press releases and promotional materials to increase media coverage and brand exposure.

Marketing Specialist

CARIERE
04.2011 - 01.2019
  • Developed and managed content marketing strategies to promote magazines and website, ensuring consistency in brand voice and messaging.
  • Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that increased website traffic by 30%, achieving targeted goals and enhancing online visibility.
  • Designed and maintained email marketing campaigns to promote articles, special issues, events, and subscriptions, achieving open rate of 30% and click-through rate of 18%, with continuous optimization based on performance metrics.
  • Planned and managed promotional events, magazine launches, and reader meet-ups, enhancing brand loyalty and offering unique experiences, which led to 10% increase in subscription renewals and positive audience feedback.
  • Created and managed social media campaigns across platforms to promote website content and upcoming events, driving follower growth and engagement.

Brand Manager

Bravo & Bravo Girl
02.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed marketing and communication campaigns, including online and offline advertising, social media, and influencer partnerships.
  • Led new initiatives and special projects (contests, events) to enhance reader interaction, which grew subscriber base by 15% within first year.
  • Created and executed launch strategies for new products or special editions of magazines.
  • Monitored campaign performance and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize marketing strategies.
  • Managed relationships with advertising agencies and external partners to ensure effective execution of brand campaigns.

Education

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional

Coursera
12.2024

Social Media Marketer

Coursera
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Marketing

Universitatea Romano Americana
Bucharest, Romania
02.2008 - 02.2010

Bachelor of Science - Law (Pre-Law)

Universitatea Titu Maiorescu
Bucharest, Romania
10.2000 - 06.2004

Skills

Vendor & Client Relations

Expert Problem Solving

Adaptability and Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Problem-solving abilities

Event Planning & Execution

Email Marketing & Lead Generation

Content Creation & Copywriting

Languages

Romanian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Macedonian
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Purchase Specialist

OTTO Scan Thor Romania
04.2024 - Current

Event Marketing Manager

CARIERE
01.2019 - 01.2024

Marketing Specialist

CARIERE
04.2011 - 01.2019

Brand Manager

Bravo & Bravo Girl
02.2008 - 01.2010

Master of Science - Marketing

Universitatea Romano Americana
02.2008 - 02.2010

Social Media Marketer

Coursera
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Law (Pre-Law)

Universitatea Titu Maiorescu
10.2000 - 06.2004

Freelance Social Media & Facebook Ads Specialist

Ferma piscicola Alexander Park, Mobili Casa

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional

Coursera
Andra ZikovPurchase Specialist