Andrei Paraschiv

Experience

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  Zohar Auto

  Jun 2013 - May 2015

  Sales Advisor

  Worked part time during studies in a family business from the auto parts retail industry where I was mainly responsible for customer service.▪ identifying original spare parts and aftermarket alternatives▪ emphasizing the qualities and characteristics of certain products, in order to meet the customer expectations and increase the sales amount▪ receiving, reviewing and submitting defective parts for certified expertise▪ consolidating the relationship with existing suppliers and establishing partnerships with new ones▪ representing the company at auto industry events ▪ managing all aspects concerning the maintenance of the small car fleet▪ keeping the computers and network systems fully functional, renewing technical software licencesMy experience here has been the first contact with the auto industry and has determined me to continue with engineering studies. I am confident that the technical skills acquired represent a solid foundation for a future career in this field. Show less

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  Johnny Rockets

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2015

  Customer Experience Assistant

  My main responsibilities were dealing directly with customers and acting as a link between the customer and other departments in the organisation.▪ presenting a certain product or a product range and providing the customers with all the desired details▪ taking payments by cash, cheque or credit card▪ managing feedback and complaints and reacting promptly to various inquiries and arising issues▪ making sure that all the customer experiences are positive through excellent personal serviceThis position has helped me improve my communication, presentation and sales skills, while giving me valuable insights of the restaurant business. Show less

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  Politehnica University of Bucharest

  Feb 2016 - May 2016

  Scientific Session Student Researcher

  During the Scientific Session hosted by the university, my team and I conducted a thorough research entitled "An Experimental System for Water Treatment via Ultrafiltration" which focused on the subject of membrane fouling and cleaning. This project provided a valuable opportunity to strengthen my teamwork, communication, and public speaking skills. Additionally, working under tight deadlines honed my time management abilities.

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  C&V Water Control

  Jul 2016 - Oct 2016

  Industrial Design Intern

  While employed at C&V Water Control, I was responsible for the design and implementation of water treatment systems for a range of projects and clients. In addition to my primary duties, I also offered my support and expertise to other departments as needed.

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  Tenneco Inc.

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2020

  As an Automation Manager at Tenneco's automotive factory, I led successful automation projects that modernized production processes and significantly reduced manual labor, resulting in hundreds of thousands of euros in cost savings. I oversaw improvement projects across local and regional plants in the EU, managed end-to-end project delivery, and developed innovative technological solutions to enhance factory efficiency. These automation projects boosted key performance indicators such as productivity and operational efficiency, leaving a long-term positive impact on the factory's operations. Show less As a New Product Introduction Process Engineer, I had the opportunity to participate in a prestigious two-year European Graduate Program, designed to equip me with the skills and knowledge required for future leadership positions. Through rotational assignments at braking plants in Romania, Italy, and the UK, I gained valuable insights into the industry and developed my leadership, decision-making, and cross-cultural communication abilities. This program offered a clear career development path and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals from different parts of Europe, making it a truly enriching experience that has prepared me for any challenges that lie ahead. Show less

  • Project Manager Automation & Robots

    Mar 2019 - Sept 2020

  • Process Engineer

    Sept 2017 - Mar 2019
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  BAT

  Sept 2020 - now

  As an Area NPI Deployment Manager for Central Europe South (Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Moldova, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia), I successfully delivered all assigned basic and complex projects with high proficiency. I ensured alignment between teams on NPI readiness and provided end-to-end project management of NPI deployment. I collaborated with stakeholders at all levels to align plans and priorities, resolved project issues, and secured necessary support for project delivery. Additionally, I established, led, and motivated cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects and negotiated changes in project resources as needed to meet objectives and timelines. My expertise in effective signposting of NPI-related project costs to budget holders, including tooling, trials/MQS, and WMS write-off, ensured successful project outcomes. Show less

  • Growth Manager

    May 2022 - now

  • CES NPI Deployment Manager

    Sept 2020 - May 2022