Open To Work
Marcela Dragulova
Sourcing Manager
Summary
Strategic sourcing and procurement professional with over 10 years of cross-industry experience across the U.S. and Europe in pharmaceuticals, automotive, food production, aviation, and manufacturing. Proven ability to lead sourcing projects exceeding €5M, optimize supplier performance, and negotiate multimillion-dollar contracts. Recognized for delivering measurable cost savings, driving process efficiency, and managing multicultural teams in fast-paced, global environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sourcing Manager
GEP Worldwide
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2023 - Current
- Lead CAPEX sourcing projects in Germany and the U.S. valued at over €5M. Develop and implement sourcing and category strategies. Negotiate contract terms, manage stakeholders, and lead a sourcing team.
Senior Sourcing Lead
GEP Worldwide
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed supplier selection, RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, negotiation strategies, and led a team achieving category and sourcing KPIs.
Strategic Buyer
C-MEC
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2021 - 2021
- Conducted operational purchasing, supplier market analysis, and negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Developed and maintained strategic supplier relationships to enhance long-term partnerships.
Procurement Buyer II
Honeywell
Prague, Czech Republic
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed purchase orders, forecasting, competitive bidding, and vendor consolidation. Reduced inventory waste and ensured procurement compliance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on purchasing requirements and timelines.
Purchasing Manager
Catalan Gourmet
New York, USA
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed global purchasing and supplier relationships. Negotiated logistics and freight contracts, ensured compliance, and optimized costs.
Business Development Manager
Catalan Gourmet
New York, USA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Handled 60+ client accounts, created sales strategies, and expanded client base through trade shows and market research.
Team Leader
Volkswagen
Bratislava, Slovakia
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervised a team of 10 employees, provided mentoring and training, and ensured productivity targets were met.
Purchasing Officer
Volkswagen
Bratislava, Slovakia
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Supported purchasing managers, prepared cost analyses, and maintained procurement data across multiple systems.
Education
Master's Degree - European Studies and Public Administration
College of International And Public Relations
01-2012
Bachelor’s Degree - Environment
College Tomase Bati
01-2009
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement Management
- Contract Negotiation
- CAPEX Projects
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Reduction Initiatives
- Category Strategy
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- SAP
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Office Suite
- KPI Management
- Inventory & Demand Planning
Accomplishments
- Delivered $1.2M+ in savings through strategic supplier renegotiations
- Led multinational CAPEX sourcing projects worth over €5M
- Built and managed cross-functional sourcing teams across EMEA and the U.S.
- Improved supplier KPIs by 20% through performance management and consolidation
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the U.S. (Green Card Holder)
Certification
- Project Management (Foundation & Practitioner)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Negotiating with Suppliers
- Situational Negotiations
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
German (Fluent)
Czech (Native)
Slovak (Native)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridTimeline
Sourcing Manager
GEP Worldwide
01.2023 - Current
Senior Sourcing Lead
GEP Worldwide
01.2021 - 01.2023
Strategic Buyer
C-MEC
01.2021 - 2021
Procurement Buyer II
Honeywell
01.2018 - 01.2020
Purchasing Manager
Catalan Gourmet
01.2014 - 01.2018
Business Development Manager
Catalan Gourmet
01.2013 - 01.2014
Team Leader
Volkswagen
01.2012 - 01.2013
Purchasing Officer
Volkswagen
01.2010 - 01.2012
Master's Degree - European Studies and Public Administration
College of International And Public Relations
Bachelor’s Degree - Environment
College Tomase Bati