MAXIM LOKTIONOV
Coquitlam
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Vice President of Procurement & Global Sourcing with 20+ years of experience leading procurement transformations, optimizing supplier networks, and executing sourcing strategies to drive business growth. Proven success in cost optimization, supplier development, risk mitigation, and procurement innovation. Adept at navigating global markets, particularly in North America, Asia, and Europe, to support supply chain resilience and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Indirect Sourcing
The North West Company
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed and implemented sourcing roadmaps while securing over $600K in cost savings through competitive bidding, RFP data analytics, and strategic vendor negotiations
- Led high-impact sourcing projects, improving service levels while reducing expenditures by 42%
VP, Procurement, Operations
Buhler Industries, Inc., Farm King Division
07.2020 - 01.2024
- Designed and executed a global procurement strategy, revitalizing a loss-making division into a profitable organization through operational reengineering and sourcing optimization
- Oversaw business relationships with key vendors, driving alignment with company objectives and maximizing value, with an emphasis on performance and innovation
- Negotiated multimillion-dollar vendor contracts and built data-driven strategies that enhanced vendor negotiations, resulting in improved cost efficiencies and long-term supplier partnerships
- Partnered with Product Development, Engineering, and Quality teams to support new product launches
VP, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory
Buhler Industries, Inc.
01.2008 - 07.2020
- Spearheaded the expansion of the supplier network across North America, Southeast Asia, and Europe to strengthen global supply capabilities
- Executed strategic sourcing initiatives that fueled 203% business growth, optimizing procurement efficiency and driving expansion
- Designed and executed global sourcing strategies, ensuring long-term supply chain resilience and achieving 0.5–1% annual cost reduction
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive supplier scorecard, monitoring KPI’s and driving corrective actions to enhance vendor performance
- Led supplier development initiatives to elevate product quality, foster innovation, and advance sustainability
Director, Supply Chain
Empils (Petrochemicals)
07.2004 - 10.2007
- Managed an $80 million supply chain budget, prioritizing continuous cost reduction in a highly dynamic market
- Successfully consolidated and integrated supply chains between facilities in Russia and Ukraine, optimizing cross-border operations
- Negotiated contracts with key vendors, securing favorable terms, optimizing costs, and strengthening supplier partnerships
- Supported proper inventory levels meeting company objectives and ensuring uninterrupted materials supply
Buyer
Empils (Petrochemicals)
07.2000 - 07.2004
- Negotiated contracts with key vendors, securing favorable terms, optimizing costs, and strengthening supplier partnerships
- Supported proper inventory levels meeting company objectives and ensuring uninterrupted materials supply
Education
High School -
High School of Economics
MBA - Supply Chain and Logistics
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Rostov State University
Business Administration - undefined
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science and Technology
Winnipeg, MBSkills
- MBA in Supply Chain and Logistics
- Global Sourcing & Supplier Development
- End-to-End Procurement
- Negotiation & Vendor Management
- Cost Optimization & Value Engineering
- Vendor Management & Risk Mitigation
- MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Sharepoint)
- Performance metrics & data analytics
- Team leadership, coaching & development
Timeline
Director, Indirect Sourcing
The North West Company
06.2024 - 11.2024
VP, Procurement, Operations
Buhler Industries, Inc., Farm King Division
07.2020 - 01.2024
VP, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory
Buhler Industries, Inc.
01.2008 - 07.2020
Director, Supply Chain
Empils (Petrochemicals)
07.2004 - 10.2007
Buyer
Empils (Petrochemicals)
07.2000 - 07.2004
MBA - Supply Chain and Logistics
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Rostov State University
Business Administration - undefined
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science and Technology
High School -
High School of Economics
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