Zhanar Bostanova
@zhanarbostanova
I improve procurement operations through analytics, governance, and supplier management.
KazakhstanWhat I'm looking for
I've supported procurement, localization, and supply-chain operations at Kia Corporation, Chevron JV, Orano JV, and Air Astana across automotive, oil and gas, uranium mining, and aviation.
At Tengizchevroil, I developed four Power BI procurement dashboards, supported sourcing and supplier qualification, maintained procurement data across ERP systems, and contributed to procurement transformation through process improvement, reporting enhancement, robotic process automation, and SMART by GEP adoption. I also identified supplier discount opportunities and supported FGP category buyers with dashboards, compliance, reporting, and supplier data management.
Most recently, I've supported CIS CKD localization projects at Kia, coordinating supplier development and cross-functional execution while preparing executive reports and dashboards. I'm also developing an Enterprise Supplier Lifecycle Management Platform portfolio that demonstrates end-to-end business analysis deliverables using BABOK, SDLC, and Agile methodologies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Manager - Localization & Cost Control, Procurement
Kia Corporation
May 2025 - Jun 2026 (1 year 1 month)
Supported localization activities for CIS CKD manufacturing projects, coordinating cross-functional collaboration and supplier development. Prepared executive-level reports and dashboards to support procurement reporting and continuous improvement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Warwick
Master of Science, Supply Chain & Logistics Management
MSc in Supply Chain & Logistics Management from the University of Warwick, completed in 2019.
Intensive English Program
Intensive English Program, English Language
Intensive English Program completed in Los Angeles, USA in 2015.
BSc in Transportation Operations and Carrier Management
Bachelor of Science, Transportation Operations and Carrier Management
Bachelor of Science in Transportation Operations and Carrier Management, completed in Almaty, Kazakhstan in 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KazakhstanAuthorized to work in
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