Olena Kucherova
About Olena Kucherova
Olena Kucherova is the Purchasing Team Lead at Ciklum in Kyiv, Ukraine, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in procurement, having previously held various roles at Scania Ukraine and other companies.
Work at Ciklum
Olena Kucherova has been serving as the Purchasing Team Lead at Ciklum since 2022. In this role, she leads procurement for an international software and IT outsourcing company, overseeing procurement processes for hardware, software, and IT services. Her responsibilities include managing supplier relationships and ensuring efficient procurement operations. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Leading Purchasing Specialist at Ciklum from 2019 to 2021.
Previous Experience at Scania Ukraine
Before joining Ciklum, Olena Kucherova held several positions at Scania Ukraine. She served as a Procurement Manager from 2018 to 2019, where she was involved in strategic procurement activities. Prior to that, she worked as a Local Procurement Process Coordinator from 2012 to 2018, and as a Senior Logistics Specialist from 2008 to 2012. Her career at Scania began as an Office Administrator from 2005 to 2007, and she also worked as a Logistics and Marketing Assistant and Logistics Specialist during her tenure.
Education and Expertise
Olena Kucherova studied at Kiev State Linguistic University, where she developed her foundational skills. She possesses expertise in global procurement, particularly in procurement to pay (P2P) activities within fast-paced environments. Her experience includes implementing procurement processes from scratch in an international company, which led to cost reductions and improved supplier management.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Olena Kucherova is recognized for her growth mindset and passion for excellence. She approaches her work with a 'can-do' attitude, demonstrating attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. She particularly enjoys designing and improving procurement processes and systems, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency in her roles.