Senior professional with over 18 years of experience in sustainable product sourcing, business operations, and stakeholder management. Innovation and start-up specialist with a strategic approach to driving business operations across the complete supply chain. Currently a Senior Business Developer at IKEA Purchasing Services (Czech Republic) spol.s.r.o, responsible for boosting sourcing from Europe on packaging and handling material for a wide range of IKEA products. Played a pivotal role in transforming the function into a value creation group by collaborating with stakeholders, cross-functional partners, and supplier alliances across countries. Expertise in setting top-line goals, providing consultancy, making effective decisions, and enabling smooth day-to-day business activities. Possess broad-based subject expertise in managing various categories including metals, plastics, electronics, glass, wood, and more. Excel in supervising all procurement activities including purchasing, vendor management, process excellence, and quality functions. Proven track record of augmenting business and penetrating new markets for business excellence, introducing new products, and driving and motivating teams. Established alliances with key decision-makers in target organizations for revenue and business growth.