Description

With over 18 years of experience managing international logistics and distribution across 82 countries, I specialize in transforming and optimizing supply chains for global growth. I help companies scale operations and enter new markets in EMEA, APAC and LATAM, navigating VUCA regulatory environments and complex supply chains.

I design and develop robust distribution networks, creating seamless interfaces between suppliers, distribution channels (including e commerce) and transport operations. Leveraging a trusted regional network of experts, I provide grounded, market specific intelligence to tailor strategies for successful market entry and operational excellence. I partner with businesses to build agile, cost effective distribution networks that align precisely with their global ambitions. Services & Solutions

Global Market Entry & Expansion

3PL/4PL & Logistics Partner Strategy

Supply Chain Planning & S&OP+ Implementation

Supply Chain Systems Integration

E-commerce Logistics Optimization

Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Latvian
Native or bilingual
French
Basic
German
Basic

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Paris (up to 50km)

KRONOSPAN (AUSTRIA)
Procurement Executive
May 2008 - April 2010 (1 year and 11 months)
Riga, Latvia
• Managed €1 M budget; supplier development and contract negotiations; procurement cost −15%, OTD lead time −8%.
DSV Latvia
DSV Head of Air & Sea Department
January 2006 - March 2008 (2 years and 2 months)
Riga, Latvia
• Led operations for 200+ customers; team of eight; P&L ownership; developed transport strategies and operational plans.
MARS PetCare – Royal Canin SAS
International Distribution Supply Chain Lead (International Division)
January 2019 - May 2025 (6 years and 4 months)
Montpellier, France
• Owned E2E distribution for 82 markets across EMEA/APAC/LATAM from six plants; ensured availability, compliance, and customer service level.
• Shifted five markets from indirect→direct distribution in nine months; led 3PL/4PL tenders, ERP–WMS integration scope, and market onboarding.
• Reconfigured supplier/DC network - new route-to-market model with responsibility of P&L and SC team structure
• Lifted forecast reliability via analytics and factory planning alignment; deployed S&OP+ (SMR) and governance.
• Negotiated regional 3PL/4PL contracts; logistics spend −18% within 1 Year; stabilized run-mode post go-live with SOPs/playbooks and KPI cadence.
Leadership markets integration Tendering