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Karina Jurkiewicz- Iglikowska

Gdansk

Summary

Results-oriented manager with 13 years of professional experience mainly in the transport industry, with excellent communication skills in 5 languages, daily working within European countries (NL, DE, UK, FR, BE, LU, CZ, SK PL, LT, LV, EE, ES, CH, IT). I am an expert in operations management.

My philosophy is about cooperation, problem-solving attitude and active leadership towards an efficient work environment and long-lasting business relationships. I ensure high-quality delivery in an evolving and dynamic World.

Looking for a new interesting challenge at your Organization to leverage my skills and unique international experience

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

HdB Logistics BV
07.2017 - Current

- Managing a team with over 100 transport orders monthly

- Created a new department with focus on carriers from the leading European market

- Building and managing long-term strategic relationships: over 110 new companies introduced only in 2022-2023

- Negotiating business terms and conditions

- Representing the company in relations with business partners

- Delivered costs optimization projects (10% savings)

- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.

- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Team Lead

VGL Logistics Sp.z.o.o.
05.2014 - 01.2017

- Client-facing role managing international partnerships

- Created a team from the scratch

- Increased 20% of sales

- Managed key strategic negotiations between customers and carriers to keep margin at minium 32%

- Trained new team members

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (finance, marketing, product, logistics)

- Implemented new solutions to attract business partners

- Created and implemented reporting and settlements process

- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.


Senior Specialist

Bernard Et Bernard Transport Logistique
09.2011 - 04.2014

- Managed planning schedules for 24 drivers and solving all kind of queries in 4 languages

- Established and developed cooperation with over 10 new business partners

- Administrated HR for in-house employees

Education

Postgraduate Studies - International Law

University of Warsaw
Warsaw
06.2009

Master of Science - Applied Linguistics

University of Warsaw
Warsaw, Poland
06.2008

Erasmus Student - Translation And Interpretation (French - German)

Haute École De Bruxelles
Bruxelles, Belgium
06.2007

Skills

  • Communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Performance Under Pressure
  • Business Development
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Project Management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Strategic Planning
  • Negotiation
  • Budget Control

Languages

Polish
Native language
French
Proficient
C2
German
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Dutch
Upper intermediate
B2
Russian
Intermediate
B1
Finnish
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Manager

HdB Logistics BV
07.2017 - Current

Team Lead

VGL Logistics Sp.z.o.o.
05.2014 - 01.2017

Senior Specialist

Bernard Et Bernard Transport Logistique
09.2011 - 04.2014

Postgraduate Studies - International Law

University of Warsaw

Master of Science - Applied Linguistics

University of Warsaw

Erasmus Student - Translation And Interpretation (French - German)

Haute École De Bruxelles
Karina Jurkiewicz- Iglikowska