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DIANA KALININA
International Trade & FEA Expert | Business Consultant
Age: 39 (Born in 1986)
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine (Open to Remote / Relocation)
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Result-oriented Senior FEA Expert and Entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience in international logistics and business consulting.
Expertise: Establishing "turnkey" import operations from China and Turkey to Ukraine.
Track Record: Managing complex supply chains for major banks and large-scale corporate clients.
Working Style: High level of autonomy. I take full responsibility for the final result and thrive in environments that value strategic delegation.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Professional Skills:
Client & Business Needs Assessment: Deep understanding of client requirements and strategic business objectives.
Market Intelligence: Solid grasp of market competition, trends, and industry dynamics.
Strategic Marketing: Proficiency in marketing principles and business positioning to drive growth.
Operational Expertise:
Import/Export Strategy: Full-cycle management of international trade operations.
Financial Operations: Organizing international money transfers and optimizing global payment flows.
Crisis Management: Swiftly resolving operational bottlenecks and adapting to new market conditions.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Smart Import (Consulting & Logistics) 2019 — Present
Specialized Consultancy: Providing expert advice on international logistics and supply chain optimization (China, Turkey).
Corporate Support: Managing end-to-end import operations for major banks and large corporate clients.
Financial Management: Handling complex international financial settlements and resolving operational bottlenecks.
Founder / Owner | LLC "Asia Inteltrans Solutions" 2013 — 2019
Business Ownership: Established and managed a legal entity specialized in non-specialized wholesale trade.
FEA Manager | Euroformat 2012 — 2013
Procurement: Managed the purchase of components for elevator equipment.
Technical Specs: Handled technical documentation, drawings, and certification for imported goods.
Quality Assurance: Led technical negotiations with manufacturers to ensure quality standards.
FEA Manager | Ukr-China Communication 2011 — 2012
Client Support: Provided full "turnkey" support for clients entering the import market.
Sourcing: Identified manufacturers in China and conducted commercial negotiations.
Logistics: Managed customs clearance and international delivery chains.
Assistant to Director for Strategic Development | Sushi House Ukraine 2011 — 2013
Supply Chain: Managed procurement and maintained strict warehouse inventory control.
Operations: Handled high-level negotiations and claims management with vendors.
Business Growth: Represented the company at exhibitions and executed strategic tasks for network scaling.
Legal Assistant | "Liniya Prava" Law Firm 2008 — 2009
Provided legal support and prepared documentation for litigation and advocacy.
EDUCATION
Master of Laws (LLM) | 2002 — 2008
Specialization: Court, Advocacy, and Prosecution.
Kyiv, Ukraine.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & INFO
Soft Skills:
Operational Problem-Solving: Ability to find effective solutions in high-pressure situations.
Strategic Delegation: Focusing on high-level results while managing team/subcontractor workflows.
Client-Partner Relationship Management: Building long-term, trust-based professional networks.
General Info:
Languages: English (Professional), Ukrainian (Native), Russian (Native).
Driver’s License: Category B (10+ years of active experience).