Anton Bobrov

Experience

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  Festo

  Oct 2011 - Apr 2014

  Technical Support Engineer

  One of the world leaders in pneumatic equipment and automation.Key achievements:• Developed pneumatic control system of the welding robot for the Renault plant in Moscow, producing 180,000 cars per annum.• Achieved the “Fit for Change” status by FESTO via the International Sales Training.Key responsibilities:• Consulted customers on brand products.• Selected equipment to meet customer technical needs and demands.• Made technical drawings.• Prepared technical & commercial offers.• Selected substitutions to competitors' products.• Provided technical support for sales managers in-house and on trips to clients. Show less

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  Simplex

  Apr 2014 - Oct 2018

  Chief Engineer

  Engineering company, specializing in design and installation of gas detectors, fire alarms and process automation systems in industrial areas.Key achievements:• Performed over 100 complex projects on installation and setting up of gas analysis systems for key market players including Linde Gas, Praxair, Volkswagen, Volvo, Heineken, Danone, LG, etc.• Achieved full certification and approval of the market newcomer in MSR Electronic GmbH in the Russian market of gas detection systems. As a result, became their major distributor and system integrator in Russia.• Developed the highest level of expertise in gas detection systems Drager, Honeywell, MSA, etc. • Designed and assembled 50+ customized control cabinets in accordance with customer requirements.• Equipped, staffed and set up a laboratory for calibration of various detectors and measurement tools (gas/pressure/temperature detectors etc.) that served over 3000 calibrations annually.• Launched and developed service aimed at on-site calibration of various detectors for over 50 remote customers all over Russia in oil & gas, chemical, pharma, automotive, and food industries.• Expanded the company's portfolio by adding design and installation of fire alarm systems, and automation of technical processes.Key responsibilities:• Designed, managed and carried out a full cycle of engineering services for large-scale complex and technically challenging projects.• Created technical specifications based on customer demands and needs.• Prepared commercial offers for design, installation, and commissioning of systems.• Liaised with authorities to gain approvals and certifications.• Performed electrical, pneumo-hydraulic, structural, P&ID, etc. drawings and documentation.• Designed and assembled electric & pneumatic control cabinets.• Managed and oversaw installation works and operations.• Provided after-sale services including calibrations, repairs, and maintenance. Show less

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  B&B Engineering

  Oct 2018 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  One of the biggest sellers of pneumatic equipment in RussiaKey achievements:• Established a successful company selling pneumatic equipment with only $2,000 starting capital which resulted in $600,000 revenue in 2022.• Performed monthly sales of up to $100,000 and achieved constant revenue growth of over 20% per annum.• Signed large-scale dealer contracts with key manufacturers of pneumatic equipment including FESTO (Germany), Camozzi (Italy), Metal Work (Italy), Schmalz (Germany), GEMU (Germany) etc. In total over 10 global brands.• Achieved 50+ leads per day as the result of establishing high standards in marketing campaigns and customer service.• Reduced processing time of requests and tasks by 50% by implementing a CRM system to control business processes of all departments including Sales, Technical Support, Accounting, Logistics, warehouses etc.• Created a successful and result-driven team of 10 employees.• Developed an online store and raised it to Top-3 in search queries in Google, Yandex etc. with 150.000+ SKU in the online store.Key responsibilities:• Making key decisions regarding main business operations across the company. • Developing and implementing a strategy in order to gain a competitive advantage in the market.• Overseeing performance of all departments. • Negotiating and liaising with key stakeholders including suppliers, customers and authorities. • Signing off dealer contracts. Show less