
Ivan Velitchkov
@ivanvelitchkov
I build, scale and transform international operations from market entry to profitable growth.
What I'm looking for
I founded AWIVV LTD and built a diversified international operation across vehicle sourcing and trading, domestic retail, insurance mediation and consulting. I shifted the business from high-margin consulting into higher-volume international trading during the COVID downturn, growing turnover while maintaining strong profitability.
I build markets from zero: at Autowelt, I established the Bulgarian supplier network and expanded sourcing into Turkey and Greece, managing procurement, negotiations and delivery across borders. I have also rebuilt revenue after losing a principal client by developing supplier channels, new markets and a direct-to-consumer brand.
I've repeatedly transformed disorganised operations through practical systems, from CRM-integrated fleet maintenance tracking to a proprietary 360-degree vehicle imaging platform developed from concept through to market exit. I'm open to discussing the next business that needs to be built, scaled or transformed.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founded and lead a diversified international operation spanning vehicle sourcing and trading, domestic retail, insurance mediation and consulting, with full P&L responsibility.
Shifted the business from a high-margin consulting model into a higher-volume international trading operation during the COVID downturn, substantially growing turnover while maintaining strong profitability.
Rebuilt the rev
Regional Vehicle Sourcing & Purchasing Manager – Bulgaria, Turkey & Greece
Feb 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 6 months)
Personally sourced, negotiated and delivered a high volume of vehicles annually across multiple markets, operating with full independence in sourcing, negotiation and delivery for a major German vehicle wholesaler.
Built the Bulgarian supplier network from zero, without formal onboarding infrastructure, establishing lasting relationships with direct suppliers, trading companies and rental business
Workshop / Service Manager – BMW Specialist Repair
Mar 2014 - Jan 2016 (1 year 10 months)
Managed workshop operations for a specialist BMW service team, covering customer consultation, work-order coordination and quality control.
Repositioned the business from general mechanical repair toward higher-value specialist services, including performance modification, ECU programming and vehicle setup.
Helped establish the workshop as the official service location for the regional BMW owners'
Managed day-to-day operations for a multi-city rental fleet, covering vehicle movement, service and preparation, damage repairs, remarketing and direct sales negotiations.
Diagnosed a critical operational weakness in fleet maintenance tracking and led a digitalisation project end-to-end — working with IT to implement a CRM-integrated maintenance system with automated service alerts.
Introduced dig
Co-founded and commercially managed a distribution business for construction machinery, fasteners and industrial supplies, operating through direct sales and an e-commerce channel.
Owned supplier sourcing, pricing, contract negotiation and sales, building direct relationships with senior executives of significantly larger industrial companies.
Assessed the company's competitive position against be
Promoted into leadership of a newly created department delivering high-specification fit-out and renovation projects for offices, apartments and retail units.
Directed multiple site crews across concurrent projects, with responsibility for scheduling, execution quality and delivery, including specialist imported materials with long international lead times.
Negotiated project contracts directly wi
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Jun 2006 - Mar 2009 (2 years 9 months)
Supported executive scheduling, institutional documentation, site coordination and project administration for an engineering and investor-supervision firm.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
School for business administration and communication
Business Administration and Management, General
School for Business and Society, University of York
Business Administration and Management, General
2010 - 2013
Technical University of Gabrovo
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
2006 - 2009
University of York
Business Administration and Management, General
2010 - 2013
Studied business administration and management with a general focus from 2010 to 2013.
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Software and tools used professionally
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