Alexandru Paduraru
About Alexandru Paduraru
Alexandru Paduraru is a Senior Project Manager at Unbabel, where he has worked since 2018. He specializes in managing translation projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring team members.
Work at Unbabel
Alexandru Paduraru serves as a Senior Project Manager at Unbabel, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he participates in Account Planning sessions to align project delivery with sales objectives. He ensures successful collaboration with the sales team and develops strong relationships with clients and translators to enhance satisfaction and loyalty. Alexandru coordinates with a global team operating under a 24x7 'follow the sun' structure, which facilitates timely project delivery across various time zones. His proactive approach to managing risks in translation projects involves early escalation and mitigation strategies.
Previous Experience at Toluna
Before joining Unbabel, Alexandru Paduraru worked at Toluna as a Fieldwork Project Manager from 2016 to 2018. During his two-year tenure in Timis County, Romania, he gained valuable experience in project management within the market research sector. His responsibilities included overseeing fieldwork operations and ensuring the successful execution of projects, contributing to his expertise in managing complex tasks and collaborating with diverse teams.
Education and Expertise
Alexandru Paduraru earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Universitatea de Vest din Timișoara, where he studied at the Facultatea de Arte Plastice si Design, specializing in Sculpture. His educational background has equipped him with a unique perspective and skill set that he applies in his project management role. His expertise includes risk management, client relations, and team coordination, which he utilizes to enhance project outcomes.
Coaching and Mentoring
In his current role, Alexandru Paduraru actively coaches and mentors new team members and junior colleagues. He focuses on helping them understand internal workflows and platforms, which supports their professional growth. This commitment to mentoring reflects his dedication to fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment, contributing to the overall success of project delivery at Unbabel.