A results - oriented professional with extensive experience in business operations , process excellence (with focus on workflow mapping and automation) , and vendor management . Skilled in process optimization, cross - functional collaboration, and driving operational efficiency, with a proven track record of successfully applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies .

Daria Kononova

A results - oriented professional with extensive experience in business operations , process excellence (with focus on workflow mapping and automation) , and vendor management . Skilled in process optimization, cross - functional collaboration, and driving operational efficiency, with a proven track record of successfully applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies .

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A results - oriented professional with extensive experience in business operations , process excellence (with focus on workflow mapping and automation) , and vendor management . Skilled in process optimization, cross - functional collaboration, and driving operational efficiency, with a proven track record of successfully applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies .

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Language

English
Advanced
Estonian
Advanced
Russian
Fluent
Swedish
Advanced

Work Experience

Business Operations Manager at L Management OÜ / Global Trade Support TTO
January 1, 2023 - Present
Perform ongoing workflow assessments and propose optimization initiatives; responsible for setting up new IT tools for clients, including CRM platform, to support operational and business needs; prepare reports and KPI analyses to support strategic decision-making; conduct governance meetings with key investors to review performance, strategic initiatives, and compliance matters
Process Excellence Specialist at Hurtigruten Estonia
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Led end-to-end process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies; developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) from scratch, including process mapping, documentation, implementation, and continuous improvement across key operational areas; mapped and analyzed as-is workflows to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for automation and improvements along with to-be processes; collaborated cross-functionally with IT, operations, finance and customer service to implement solutions; facilitated workshops and training sessions to build a culture of continuous improvement; developed KPIs to measure process performance and ensure alignment with business goals; COPC® Certification completed
Vendor Communication Manager at Ericsson Eesti
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Served as a liaison between customers, vendors, and IT development teams to ensure smooth communication and alignment; collaborated with IT development teams to design and implement technical solutions for internal and external users, including spearheading a reporting tool rollout; contributed as part of the management team to oversee global scrap reduction projects; prepared and delivered Tableau reports for internal stakeholders and external partners; onboarded new vendors, managing both financial and operational aspects, including in-person meetings; led governance meetings with employees, suppliers, and logistics centers
Business Service Representative at AGA Gaas (Linde Group)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Delivered effective and efficient administrative support across business functions; coordinated between clients, sales, and cross-functional departments to ensure smooth order processing; monitored and reviewed Accounts Receivable aging reports to ensure compliance with agreed payment terms; supervised and supported the daily operations of the Administration team

Education

Master of Business Administration at Tallinn University of Technology
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Linguistics at Pskov State University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

COPC Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Telecommunications, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality