Beka Makaridze
@bekamakaridze
International procurement specialist driving cost savings, working-capital gains, and global supplier growth.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven procurement specialist focused on sourcing, supplier communication, and international business development. I optimized commercial operations to achieve a 20% reduction in quarterly expenses, delivering sustained savings of €1.4M annually, and I negotiated consignment payment terms extended to 90 days to significantly improve working capital and liquidity.
In my current role as an International Procurement Specialist, I manage end-to-end international procurement—from supplier sourcing and evaluation to contract and payment-term negotiations. I onboard new international suppliers, monitor shipment progress to resolve operational delays, and prepare regular reports on procurement performance, costs, and supplier efficiency.
Previously, as an Import Manager, I directed annual import operations valued at €4.5M across a complex supply chain spanning 20+ countries, ensuring customs clearance documentation, product labeling compliance, and transportation planning. I also bring business development strength—securing 22 exclusive distribution agreements and expanding supplier networks and product portfolios through high-level representation at major global exhibitions—backed by customer-facing experience from tech sales and service-center support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
International Procurement Specialist
Merlons
Mar 2026 - Present (3 months)
Manage end-to-end international procurement, including supplier sourcing, evaluation, onboarding, and contract negotiations. Track shipments, resolve delivery delays, and report procurement performance, costs, and supplier efficiency.
Import Manager
Georgian Food Corporation LLC
Oct 2022 - Feb 2026 (3 years 4 months)
Directed annual import operations valued at €4.5M across 20+ countries, coordinating negotiations, documentation, customs clearance, and transportation planning. Optimized commercial operations to reduce quarterly expenses by 20% and improved liquidity by extending consignment payment terms to 90 days.
Tech Sales Consultant
Alta Retail
May 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Provided customer consultations and product presentations to support sales activities and achievement of sales targets. Maintained high standards of customer service while handling customer needs during sales engagements.
Customer Service Specialist
Huawei Service Center
Dec 2018 - Apr 2021 (2 years 4 months)
Delivered customer support and efficiently handled client requests, resolving operational issues within the service center. Helped organize service center operations to ensure smooth issue resolution.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ilia State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Business Administration
2014 - 2018
Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Ilia State University from 2014 to 2018.
Avtandil Zivzivadze Training
Training Course, Customs
Completed a training course focused on relationships with customs.
Continental Logistics
Training Course, Logistics
Completed logistics training on challenges, problems, and solutions.
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