Максим

Maksym Solomakha
Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator
Telegram: @solo4217, Odessa, Ukraine • [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») • [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація»)

WORK EXPERIENCE

China Purchasing Manager, E-commerce Company (China–US Supply Chain) Feb 2023 – Sep 2024
• Drove department profitability to #2 company-wide (after Cosmetics) by analyzing product categories,
selecting high-margin SKUs, and onboarding reliable Chinese manufacturers for eyeglasses, knives, and
automotive goods.
• Negotiated pricing, MOQs, and delivery schedules with suppliers to balance cost and service, securing
consistent product quality and record-breaking sales volume across multiple online retail categories
(Amazon & Walmart).
• Oversaw end-to-end purchasing and logistics from China to US warehouses, using Monday CRM and
Google Sheets to control quality checks, warehouse receipt, prep center coordination, and shipment
tracking with minimal defects and delays.

Sales Manager, AutoGroup Motors (Official Dealer of MG, Jetour & Peugeot) Feb 2025 – Feb 2026
• Closed an average of 3–4 vehicle sales per month, consistently achieving 100% of personal sales targets
for high-ticket, custom-ordered cars.
• Coordinated end-to-end vehicle procurement and inter-dealer transfers, aligning with official MG, Jetour
& Peugeot distributors on availability, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Managed CRM (Keepin, 1C) and Excel-based reporting to track leads, inventory, and vehicle receipt/
inspection, ensuring accurate documentation and on-time customer deliveries.

3rd Officer, MSC Shipmanagement LTD. Aug 2020 – Jan 2021
• Promoted to 3rd Officer at age 23 and entrusted with intensive feeder operations across the Persian Gulf,
ensuring zero safety and cargo incidents throughout the contract.
• Led bridge watch and cargo watch during high-pressure port calls, coordinating closely with terminal
and deck teams to deliver seamless turnarounds and on-schedule departures.
• Maintained navigational and safety equipment in full readiness and coordinated regular emergency
drills, earning a fast‑track promotion recommendation to 2nd Officer based on performance.

Junior Officer, MSC Shipmanagement LTD. Aug 2020 – Jan 2021
• Completed rigorous onboard officer training on MSC LETIZIA, mastering bridge navigation and
watchkeeping under senior officers in international waters.
• Actively managed cargo watches during port operations, ensuring zero cargo handling errors and safe,
compliant loading/unloading.
• Built a strong operational foundation that supported a rapid promotion path to 3rd Officer and higher-
responsibility watchkeeping roles.

Deck Cadet, MSC Shipmanagement LTD. Mar 2018 – Jul 2019
• Completed Cadet Training Record Book across two contracts on MSC BRIANNA and MSC JEONGMIN,
building a solid base in bridge navigation, deck maintenance, and container cargo operations.
• Actively performed container securing and lashing with crew during harsh Canadian winter conditions
(Montreal port calls), ensuring cargo integrity and zero safety incidents.
• Supported bridge watchkeeping and routine safety drills, reinforcing strict adherence to navigational and
safety procedures.

EDUCATION

Bachelor Degree of Marine and River Transport Specialization of Navigation, National 2016 – 2020
University “Odessa Maritime Academy” · Odessa
• Primary focus on Ship Management and Navigation, with strong emphasis on bridge watchkeeping and
safe vessel operations.
• Studied cargo handling operations and container stowage principles relevant to efficient and safe port
calls.
• Covered international maritime regulations (COLREGs, SOLAS, MARPOL) and their impact on daily
vessel and cargo operations.
• Developed skills in voyage planning, route optimization and risk assessment for international shipping.

SKILLS

CRM Systems (Keepin CRM) • 1C • Microsoft Excel • Customer Relationship Management • Sales Negotiation • Documentation
Management • Inventory Control • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Office • Google Sheets • Monday CRM • Advanced Leadership •
Personnel Management • Negotiation • Reporting • Control Procedures • Responsibility • Discipline • Stress Resistance • Quick
Learning Ability • Teamwork Skills

LANGUAGES
English B2 Russian Native speaker
Ukrainian Native speaker