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Work History
Education
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Additional Information
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Tamara Uvina

Procurement Specialist, Lawyer
Uzhgorod
Tamara  Uvina

Summary

Results-driven procurement specialist with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
7
Certifications
3
Languages

Work History

Uzhhorod City Council Municipal Enterprise "KSHEP"
Uzhgorod

Procurement Manager
09.2021 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Planning and managing procurement processes in accordance with the state procurement politics and organization's budget.
  • Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
  • Elaboration tender documentation for procurement procedures in accordance to Ukrainian state standards.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
  • Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
  • Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
  • Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
  • Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
  • Created and maintained portfolio of qualified vendors to expand options.
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.

Uzhhorod City Council Municipal Enterprise "KSHEP"
Uzhgorod

Corporate Lawyer
01.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview


  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Kept current on legislative issues, statutes and decisions that affected company interests.
  • Providing legal advice to facilitate hiring and staff employment to reach recruitment goals.
  • Сooperation with state treasury bodies, other financial control bodies.
  • Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised on variety of legal areas.
  • Assessed claims filed against and on behalf of company and worked with outside counsel and management to define and implement strategy.
  • Counseled staff on complex legal issues and provided guidance towards resolution.
  • Used knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcome of cases.
  • Collaborated with human resources and outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
  • Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
  • Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.

self employed
Kyiv

Creative Copywriter
11.2018 - Current

Job overview

Key topics: jurisprudence, legislative regulation of gambling and betting, public procurement.

  • Wroting analytics of regulatory acts in certain state fields, legislation reviews, interviews, etc. for specialized blogs and business publications , for online content, adhering to employers' overarching brand identity and personality.
  • Reviewing and editing final copy for accuracy and to correct grammar errors.
  • Monitoring performance of copywriting campaigns and analyzing data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Sourcing third-party content and contributions to incorporate diverse writing styles.
  • Confirming compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines prior to publication.
  • Selecting high-quality photos and videos to complement written copy.
  • Formatting copy to align with project-specific guidelines.
  • Supporting client projects from planning to on-time completion of quality deliverables.
  • Preparing works in appropriate format for publication and sent to publishers or producers.
  • Revising written material to meet personal standards and to satisfy needs of clients, publishers or producers.
  • Working with copyediting and development editors to enhance development and presentation of each piece.

Transcarpathian Regional Center of Free Secondary Legal Aid
Uzhgorod

Criminal Lawyer
07.2015 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
  • Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
  • Gathered evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions.
  • Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
  • Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.

Bar association
Uzhgorod

Lawyer
07.2014 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
  • Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
  • Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
  • Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
  • Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
  • Advised clients on variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
  • Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
  • Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
  • Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
  • Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
  • Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
  • Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
  • Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.

Bar association
Uzhgorod

Lawyer's Assistant
02.2012 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for law firm.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
  • Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
  • Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Created weekly, monthly and quarterly expense reports.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.

Education

Uzhgorod National University
, Uzhgorod

Specialist` Degree from Legal, Economic Law
09.2007 - 07.2012

Skills

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Additional Information

  • Advanced user of PC, MS office, Excel, Google business tools, Google doc, basic CRM systems;
  • Fluent Ukrainian, English, russian speaker
  • Stress-resistant, ready to work in a team, endowed with critical thinking;
  • Provided with all the necessary office equipment for uninterrupted performance of the duties of the purchase specialist from home office.

Certification

Online course "Participation in tenders: from the first step to victory" provided by Zakupki.Prom

Timeline

Training course for purchasing gurus: legislative changes and procurement features" provided by Radnyk Academy

12-2022

Digitogram. Diya. Digital education

11-2022

Online Course "Tender_marathon: practice of DASU, AMCU, contractual work, administrative responsibility of the Management Board" provided by Lecturer Yaroslavа Dubrova

09-2022

Seminar "Public procurement and sales under martial law" provided by Lecturer Yaroslavа Dubrovа

06-2022

Digigram 2.0, Diya. Digital education

06-2022

Corporate Lawyer

Uzhhorod City Council Municipal Enterprise "KSHEP"
01.2022 - 03.2023

Digital Journalism, Ministry of Digital Transformation, Diya

01-2022

Online course "Participation in tenders: from the first step to victory" provided by Zakupki.Prom

10-2021

Procurement Manager

Uzhhorod City Council Municipal Enterprise "KSHEP"
09.2021 - 03.2023

Creative Copywriter

self employed
11.2018 - Current

Criminal Lawyer

Transcarpathian Regional Center of Free Secondary Legal Aid
07.2015 - 09.2019

Lawyer

Bar association
07.2014 - 08.2019

Lawyer's Assistant

Bar association
02.2012 - 06.2014

Uzhgorod National University

Specialist` Degree from Legal, Economic Law
09.2007 - 07.2012
Tamara UvinaProcurement Specialist, Lawyer