Roman Stalmakov

Roman Stalmakov is a seasoned procurement professional currently serving as an Associate Project Manager at Prokura in the United Kingdom, a position he has held since July 2023. Prior to this role, he was significantly involved with SIBUR, one of Russia's largest petrochemical companies, where he worked from 2017 to 2022 in various capacities related to procurement.

Professional Experience

• Team Lead - Procurement of Packaging Materials at SIBUR (January 2020 - December 2022)

  • Managed a team of five buyers and oversaw strategic category management, commercial negotiations, and the tendering process for packaging materials with an annual sourcing spend of approximately $90 million.
  • Implemented cost-modelling approaches and collaborated on cross-functional projects to optimize costs and enhance quality across production and logistics.

• Procurement Excellence Project Manager at SIBUR (October 2017 - December 2019)

  • Led digital initiatives in procurement, including the development of supplier performance dashboards and procurement decision-making matrices.

• Previous Roles at Booz & Company (2011 - 2016)

  • Held various positions including Senior Consultant, where he worked on market strategy and operational excellence projects for major energy firms.

Education

Roman holds a Master's degree in Strategic Marketing and a Bachelor's degree in Management from the Higher School of Economics in Russia. During his academic career, he was actively involved in case competitions and served as a project manager for student events.

Skills and Expertise

His expertise encompasses strategic sourcing, procurement operations, digital transformation in procurement processes, and team leadership. He has a strong background in managing significant procurement budgets and driving efficiency improvements within supply chains.

Overall, Roman Stalmakov's career reflects a robust combination of strategic insight and practical experience in procurement within high-stakes environments.