Yosif Valkov
@yosifvalkov
Senior Business Analyst driving data-led operational transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Business Analyst Consultant who transforms complex data into actionable strategies that drive organizational change and operational efficiency.
With hands-on experience in ERP migrations (D365 F&SCM), master data management, BI and Power BI, I lead data enrichment and requirements activities to ensure seamless system implementations.
My Lean Six Sigma Green Belt background and project leadership delivered measurable results, including €120,000 in cost savings, and I routinely collaborate across IT, Data Governance, Engineering, HR and Finance to align solutions with business goals.
I am entrepreneurial, having co-founded a laser cleaning services company, and remain engaged in emerging technologies such as cryptocurrencies and AI, continually upskilling to bring pragmatic, data-driven improvements to organisations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cryptocurrency Enthusiast
Self-employed
Oct 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)
Early adopter since 2012 with hands-on experience in cryptocurrency mining, technical analysis, market research, and community engagement while tracking developments in blockchain and AI convergence.
Co-Founder, Business Consultant
Laser Clean Pro
Sep 2024 - Jun 2025 (9 months)
Co-founded an industrial laser cleaning and equipment sales business, leading supplier negotiations, market research, business development, and website/SEO content to establish operations across Bulgaria.
Senior Business Analyst
Telefonica Tech UK
Nov 2023 - Jul 2024 (8 months)
Led master data management and enrichment during a migration to D365 Finance & Supply Chain Management, facilitating stakeholder workshops and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and successful ERP implementation.
Bridged business and IT by gathering requirements, delivering data-driven insights with SQL and Power BI, and applying Lean Six Sigma principles to simplify processes and support strategic decision-making.
Coordinated transportation and logistics additional charges across EMEA, managed freight invoice validation in TMS, resolved carrier disputes, and optimized T&L processes to improve financial transparency.
Led a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt project delivering €120,000 in supply chain cost savings by identifying bottlenecks, improving process flows, and driving cross-functional implementation.
Managed freight audit and payments processes, validated transport invoices against shipment data, issued debit notes for losses, and maintained TMS records to support financial control and compliance.
Security Officer
Sofia Airport
Mar 2011 - Jun 2016 (5 years 3 months)
Performed radiation defence and access control duties, conducted radiation monitoring, led emergency evacuations, and implemented security protocols to maintain passenger and staff safety.
Manager, Courier Franchise
Courier Services Franchise
Sep 2013 - Jun 2015 (1 year 9 months)
Owned and managed a courier franchise with three offices and 15 staff, overseeing operations, logistics coordination, team leadership, compliance, and growth across multiple locations.
Project Manager
Caritas Sofia
Jan 2007 - May 2008 (1 year 4 months)
Managed social welfare projects end-to-end, handling planning, budgeting, procurement, stakeholder engagement, monitoring, and reporting to deliver community development outcomes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics
Bachelor's degree, International Economics and Relations
2006 - 2010
Completed a Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Relations with focus on international economic relations and trade policy.
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