Carmen Davis

Experience

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  Primary School

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1990

  English teacher

  -teaching English;-classroom management;-planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes and age groups;-preparing and setting tests, examination papers, and exercises;-marking and providing appropriate feedback on oral and written work;-devising, writing and producing new materials, including audio and visual resources;-organising and getting involved in social and cultural activities such as sports competitions, schools parties, dinners, excursions and pricing events appropriately;-booking coaches and travel for excursions;-participating in marketing events for the school;-freelance teaching on a one-to-one basis;-running specialist courses for adults or business people, which may require knowledge of scientific, technical or commercial terms;-basic administration such as keeping student registers and attendance records for starters and leavers. Show less

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  CAROM SA

  Jan 1990 - Apr 2006

  Protocol and Public Relations Manager

  S.C. CAROM S.A. Onesti (rubber producer, no. of employees: 2500, products: SBR, acetone, MTBE, polystyrene, and other petrochemicals) Responsibilities:- Internal communications for a management staff of 200;- Development and management of communications strategies to enhance company profile and recognition both internally and externally;- Develop and manage the production of marketing and communications material including newsletters, web site content, advertising campaigns and management kits;- Change management communications;- Manage relationships with media and public relations agencies;- Manage media and other high profile events;- Speech and presentation writing and production, corporate spokesperson;- Direct specific activities to support communications strategies, including media, advertising, branding, publications and Web site;- Developed and implemented new strategic advertising campaign;- Managed consulting firm for Ministerial press conference;- Coached senior management in media and speech delivery;- Wrote, designed and produced first corporate newsletter to investors in two years;- Scripted Board Chairman's press conference speech;- Scripted and produced a successful 40th anniversary awards banquet for more than 700 attendees; Offered operational solutions as key member of crisis team during one incident alone;-Directed and wrote corporate press releases and Internet communications;-Developed complete PR plans, budgets, strategic communications platforms, crisis communications plans, employee communications, provided general PR counsel and strategy for launch of new products and re-launch of existing products. Show less

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  BARAN Israel

  Apr 2006 - Oct 2009

  Head of the Purchasing Department

  Project: Rehabilitation of Darmanesti RefineryResponsibilities:- manage & plan the purchasing activities for all refinery materials excluding feed stocks. - supervise the purchasing department including the Buyers and Invoice Processors;- in charge with purchasing policies & procedures in accordance with basic company policy and ensure that proper controls are in place and procedures are followed;- coordinate purchases to meet requirements, including timing, price and quality;- find new sources for requested products to assist in cost and lead time reduction and to meet seasonal demand;- working with suppliers to optimize the quality, cost, and delivery equation;- aggressive tracking critical deliveries and communicate results to the refinery;- lead efforts to monitor inbound quality;- formal inventory controls for receiving, stock removal, and inventory adjustments.Achievements:- negotiated orders with major suppliers after gathering information using a purchase analysis system;- developing continuous cost reduction procedures to develop alternative suppliers;- developed long-term relationships with suppliers, which ensured contracts were based on mutual benefits over time. Assessed and reviewed suppliers, reported on contract performance;- communicated, advised and influenced, through rapport with customers, team members and colleagues at all levels;- worked flexibly with people and processes to initiate improvements in the supply chain and so provide added value;- tendering, negotiations and contract drafting and management for goods and complex services.References: Mr. Roni Rosenberg Show less

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  Agip Kazakhstan North Caspian Operating Company N.V.

  Oct 2009 - Jun 2013

  Procurement Manager

  Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Implement procurement strategy and policies.Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers.Lead the procurement group in all phases.Order materials and services as per negotiated and appropriately approved requests. Review quotations.Prepare purchase requisitions, approve and issues purchase orders in accordance with company policy and negotiated terms and conditions.Track Purchasing activity and measurements.Discuss defective or unacceptable new goods or services with users, vendors and others to determine cause of problem and take corrective and preventative action.Ensure supplier compliance with site and company requirements for safety.Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships.Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier.Purchasing project prioritisation and management Negotiating and administration of purchasing contracts Cost saving budgeting and targeting Setting and planning how to achieve supplier accreditation and service level management Administration and reporting as necessary Outsourcing strategy/development/management Payment terms negotiation, optimisation and management Stock and materials management Warehousing, distribution, shipping management (or effective liaison with these functions/departments) Packaging and transport regulatory awareness, compliance and information communication Health and safety compliance International trading issues/imports/legal, awareness and management Show less

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  PENNY BILL TRADE

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2015

  Contract Manager

  Service providing activities, consulting and advisor to oil and gas companies and construction companies, through audit, strategies and operations.Contract management / administration/ human resources/legal advisor.Responsibilities:- negotiated contracts and orders with major suppliers after gathering information, using a purchase analysis system;- using continuous cost reduction procedures to enhance profit;- developed long-term relationships with suppliers, which ensured contracts were based on mutual benefits;- providing economic perspective on customer value, market value, business expansion;- directing staff in the areas of: organizational structure, employment, compensation, employee database maintenance, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, orientation/training/development, and policy/procedure development. Show less

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  Transilvania Bakery & Antiques Cafe

  Jul 2016 - Jul 2018

  Company Owner

  A unique new restaurant, catering to both the sweet tooth and the collector, had its grand opening on August 9, 2016.Transilvania Bakery & Antiques Cafe LLC, at 115 W 7th North St, Summerville SC, 29483t., combines owner Carmen Constantinescu’s love of baking and antique collecting.“It just seemed like a natural answer to me. ... Open a restaurant that is packed full of antiques and also make an amazing pastry and cake shop,” Carmen said. “This store really captures the essence of who I am.”People can enjoy the jazz music playing in the store as they browse the eclectic collection of vintage magazines and records, ornate mirrors, glassware, jewelry, lamps and more, while the scent of scratch-baked goods fills the air. Show less

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  Lex Voluntatis Notary - Mortgages, Affidavits, Trusts and POA, Wills, Weddings License

  Oct 2017 - now

  Notary Public
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  FCC Investment Group

  Aug 2018 - Oct 2021

  Chief Executive Officer
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  Certified Languages International

  May 2019 - now

  Romanian English Interpreter

  Interpreting conversations from one source language to another target language, on-site or remotely in real-time by oral Interpretation over the phone or in real-time situations, like conferences and meetings, medical visits, legal proceedings, and live TV coverage.

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  Lex Voluntatis

  Dec 2021 - now

  Chief Executive Officer