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Theodoros - 
Project Engineer

Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

About the job

Main responsibilities

Responsible for the following aspects of the supply chain: sourcing, purchasing, transport, warehousing and distribution. Also involved in identifying and implementing initiatives to reduce the overall supply chain cost base.

Typical day

Monitoring data management to keep accurate product, contract, pricing and invoicing information.
Working closely with suppliers and customers to improve operations and reduce cost.
Communicating needs & objectives to managers & key personnel in procurement, logistics & distribution.
Providing accurate routing information to ensure that delivery times and locations are coordinated.
Accurately calculating total supply chain costs in relation to proposed new projects.
Obtaining quotes and making cost comparisons.

Skills/qualifications I use in my job?

Project Coordination.
Problem Management.
Budget Monitoring.
Problem Solving.
Purchasing.
Project Management.
Electrical Engineering.
Negotiation.
Analysis.
Project Planning.


Career information

Brief history since leaving University

Automation Software, Inc.
February 2008 - November 2010 (2 years 10 months);
System Integration Engineer of Vision Robotic Systems in Car Industry (INOS Hellas S.A.). The position included duties such as installation, configuration and delivery of High Precision Robotic Systems in countries like Germany, Spain, England, in companies like Ford, Opel, Audi, Porsche etc.

Where do I see myself in the future?

In a couple of years I plan to be a Project Manager , additionaly to acquire an MBA and further work as CTO.


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Last updated: 07 Sep 2017