Kateryna Chumak
About Kateryna Chumak
Kateryna Chumak is a Sr. Associate in Data Management at SC Johnson in Kyiv, Ukraine, with extensive experience in purchasing and imports.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Kateryna Chumak is currently serving as the Senior Associate in Data Management at SC Johnson. She is positioned in Kyiv, Ukraine, where she plays a pivotal role in overseeing data-related tasks. This involves organizing the purchasing process of spare parts, indirect materials, and equipment for the Kyiv Plant utilizing SAP. Kateryna regularly negotiates with both Ukrainian and foreign vendors and manages vendor master data requests for new and existing vendors.
Professional Experience in Import and Purchasing
Kateryna Chumak has accumulated extensive experience in the fields of import and purchasing. She has over five years of expertise in purchasing and import-related activities, including controlling goods delivery in compliance with Incoterms 2010 and adhering to customs and tax legislation. Her past roles have included Import Specialist positions at Antor holding company and SV-Trade, as well as office and secretarial positions at Krilak and PROKONS İNŞAAT SANAYİ TİCARET LTD. ŞTİ.
Educational Background
Kateryna Chumak studied at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. She achieved a Master’s degree in Ecology, completing her studies from 2001 to 2007. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation to understand complex environmental and systematic interactions, which complements her role in managing data and purchasing processes in various companies.
Past Employment History
Before her current role, Kateryna Chumak worked at several organizations. Notably, she was an Import Specialist at Antor holding company for six years in Kyiv, Ukraine, and at SV-Trade for 10 months in Moscow, Russian Federation. Earlier, she served as an Office Manager at SV-Trade and as a Secretary at Krilak and PROKONS İNŞAAT SANAYİ TİCARET LTD. ŞTİ in the Moscow Region. Additionally, she worked as an HSE department coordinator at Bureau Veritas Ukraine for nine months.
Skills in Vendor Negotiation
Kateryna Chumak is skilled in negotiating with suppliers from diverse cultural backgrounds. She has a proven track record in concluding and updating contracts with vendors for spare parts and factory equipment maintenance. Her negotiations ensure that procurement and maintenance operations run smoothly, impacting overall productivity and efficiency. Additionally, she participates in projects related to product manufacturing, further showcasing her versatility and extensive skill set.