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Vlad IvanovVI

Vlad Ivanov

Operations & Performance Consultant

€325/day
Maidenhead, GB
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Vlad

I help companies turn operations into a competitive advantage.

Operations & Performance specialist with a strong background in manufacturing, supply chain, and operational transformation. I support businesses in building scalable, data-driven operations that improve efficiency, increase visibility, and drive measurable performance.

My work focuses on KPI frameworks, process optimisation, and the implementation of structured systems- from dashboards and reporting to ISO 9001 & 14001 compliance and operational governance.

I partner with organisations looking to move from reactive operations to controlled, high-performing environments, delivering clarity, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Spanish

    Conversational

  • Bulgarian

    Native or bilingual

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • iCO Products
    Operations Manager (Manufacturing)
    February 2020 - Today (6 years and 4 months)
    Led the implementation of ISO 9001 certification, navigating organisational change and embedding international quality standards across operations. Introduced AQL standards and traceability systems, reducing defects by 90% and significantly improving quality control effectiveness. Designed and standardised SOPs and quality control frameworks, strengthening operational governance and process consistency. Established performance KPIs and internal audit processes, driving accountability and improving assembly efficiency by 100%. Initiated and developed an internal iCO® Staff Academy, aimed at building future in-house talent and long term skills development. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, improving team engagement and morale, reducing turnover by 50%.
    Quality Management Change and Transformation Management Talent Management and Employee Development Internal Audits Audit
  • Independant projects
    Business Project Manager
    June 2014 - December 2019 (5 years and 6 months)
    Managed end-to-end business and operations projects, supporting the setup and launch of new ventures from concept through execution. Designed operational structures, workflows, and governance models to support sustainable business growth. Developed business plans, budgets, and performance metrics, ensuring financial control and operational visibility. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders, including vendors, partners, and external service providers. Implemented process improvements and standardized procedures, improving operational efficiency and delivery consistency. Used tools such as Notion, Asana, and Google Sheets to manage tasks, monitor KPIs, and ensure on-time project delivery.

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Education

  • BachelorofBusinessAdministration(BBA)
    New Bulgarian University
    2010
    BachelorofBusinessAdministration(BBA)
  • CertificateISO9001:2015InternalAuditor
    British Assessment Bureau
    CertificateISO9001:2015InternalAuditor

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