Ivaylo Iordanov
About Ivaylo Iordanov
Ivaylo Iordanov is a Project Manager at Endava in Sofia with extensive experience in project management across finance, retail, and technology sectors. He has held various roles in international settings, including positions at RSA, PMI Bulgaria Chapter, Lidl Bulgaria, and Citibank, Germany.
Current Role at Endava
Ivaylo Iordanov is currently a Project Manager at Endava, based in Sofia. He has been with the company since March 2017. In his role, he utilizes his extensive experience in project management to lead various initiatives. His responsibilities typically involve overseeing project execution, ensuring timelines are met, and coordinating with stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
Project Management Experience at RSA
Ivaylo Iordanov worked as a Project Manager at RSA in the United Kingdom from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure of one year, he managed projects that involved multiple stakeholders and required coordinated efforts to deliver key objectives. His role at RSA allowed him to gain valuable international experience in the field of project management.
Finance Leadership at PMI Bulgaria Chapter
From 2015 to 2017, Ivaylo Iordanov served as the VP of Finance for PMI Bulgaria Chapter in Sofia. In this leadership position, he was responsible for overseeing financial operations and developing strategies to manage the chapter's finances. His role demanded a high level of financial acumen and strategic planning capabilities.
Expansion Projects at Lidl Bulgaria
Ivaylo Iordanov worked at Lidl Bulgaria EOOD & Co. KD in two capacities for a total of nine years. From 2010 to 2017, he was an Expansion Project Manager, where he contributed to the company's growth by managing expansion projects. Prior to that, from 2008 to 2010, he worked as an Acquisition Specialist. His efforts in these roles were crucial in furthering Lidl's market presence in Bulgaria.
Academic Background in Economics and Marketing
Ivaylo Iordanov studied at Freie Universität Berlin, where he pursued courses in Marketing, Macroeconomics, and Production. He earned a Diplom-Kaufmann degree from the university, having studied there from 1999 to 2007. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his professional work in project management and finance.
Early Career at Citibank Germany
Ivaylo Iordanov gained early career experience at Citibank, Germany, where he held multiple roles. He started as an Intern in the Internet Solutions Department from 2005 to 2006. He then worked as a Business Conversion Tester Expert from 2006 to 2008, and in the Fraud Department in 2008 for four months. These roles helped him build a solid understanding of fraud prevention and business processes.