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IVAN RYBALCHENKO
International Trade & Supply Chain | Logistics Specialist
Kyiv, Ukraine • [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) • [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) • [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Final-year International Economics student (English-language programme, KNEU) seeking an Internship / Interested in role within International Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement or Import-Export operations. Combines an analytical mindset with strong cross-cultural communication, backed by fluent English (C1) and Intermediate-Advanced Mandarin Chinese. Hands-on experience in sales and accounting support, plus academic work in global trade and market entry strategy. A fast learner with strong attention to detail, eager to contribute to a global logistics or FMCG leader.
EDUCATION
• BSc International Economics - Kyiv National Economic University named after Vadym Hetman (KNEU) | 2023 - 2027 (expected)
English-taught programme, Faculty of International Economics & Management. Focus: international trade, global markets, economic analysis.
• Kyiv Gymnasium of Oriental Languages No.1 - Specialization in Chinese (Mandarin) language.
• French Lyceum (advanced foreign languages) - Six-month exchange study period in France.
LANGUAGES
• Ukrainian - Native
• English - Advanced (C1, certified course graduate)
• Chinese (Mandarin) - Intermediate to Advanced (ongoing tutoring)
• French - Working knowledge (studied at lyceum in France)
TECHNICAL & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
• MS Excel (advanced): pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts
• PowerPoint & Word (business reporting)
• Data analysis & business analytics
• AI tools for research & productivity
• Supply chain & inventory management
• Import / export documentation
• Transportation & logistics planning
• International market research
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Sales Manager - Agromat, Kyiv | 9 months
• Managed client relationships and the full sales cycle, advising customers and negotiating orders to meet targets.
• Coordinated with internal teams on product availability, pricing and order fulfilment.
• Accounting Assistant - Agromat, Kyiv | 1 year
• Supported recording and reconciliation of transactions, improving accuracy and attention to detail in financial documentation.
• Processed invoices and supporting documents, gaining practical exposure to operational and procurement workflows.
ACADEMIC PROJECTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
• Conference Speaker - Presented at the International Trade & Marketing platform “Innovative Vectors of International Trade-Marketing Activity for the Post-War Recovery and European Future of Ukraine” (KNEU, 2026), within the 93rd Annual Student Scientific Conference.
• Entrepreneurial Frameworks (Rick Rasmussen) - Ukraine Global Faculty / K.FUND lecture programme (2023).
• English as a Second Language - Mastery level, English Prime course graduate (2023).
KEY COMPETENCIES & INTERESTS
• Competencies: International trade, supply chain & logistics operations, procurement, transportation management, import/export documentation, data analysis, cross-cultural communication.
• Interests: Global trade and logistics optimization, international markets, sport, and strategy-based computer games.