Carmen Ilie

Project manager

Bucharest, Romania

About

With over 10 years of experience in project management and business operations, I am currently a Vendor Consultant at Amazon, managing a portfolio of 6 strategic vendors within the Spanish Books category. In my current role, I work closely with publishers and distributors to drive business growth through data-driven decision-making and commercial strategy. I act as a trusted advisor to my partners, supporting them in optimizing performance across selection, availability, pricing, and supply chain. Previously, as a PMP-certified Project Manager, I led complex programs in education, child protection, and social inclusion, managing budgets of up to €3M and coordinating cross-functional teams of 10–15 people. I worked with public institutions, international organizations, and private partners to deliver measurable impact for vulnerable communities. I bring a strong combination of analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and execution, with experience in both corporate and non-profit environments. Fluent in English and Spanish, I am currently seeking opportunities in Account Management or Business Analysis within a multinational environment.

Experience

  • Vendor Consultant- Spanish Books Category at Amazon
    Aug 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    Manage a portfolio of strategic vendors within the Spanish Books category, partnering with publishers and distributors to optimize business performance across key levers such as selection, availability, pricing, and supply chain. Leverage data analysis to identify growth opportunities and provide actionable recommendations, while supporting vendors in navigating Vendor Central and adopting new Amazon tools and programs. Act as a trusted partner to stakeholders, aligning on strategy, and driving continuous improvement across commercial and operational metrics.

  • Project Manager at Salvați Copiii România
    Mar 2021 - Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Key Results: • 90% flawless implementation ensured by identifying and mitigating risks and effectively responding to unforeseen changes • Exceeded KPIs by ensuring adherence to quality standards and the Operational Program guidelines Main Responsibilities: • Initiated and planned project activities, developed project communication strategies. • Recruitment, team coordination and development (various trainings and educational presentations), managed the project team (10-15 people), facilitated team meetings. • Reported progress to the managing authority, obtained final acceptance of deliverables and ensured administrative closure successfully.

  • Founder and Partnerships Development Manager at Association Alternatives for New Perspectives
    Sep 2013 - Dec 2020 · 7 yrs 4 mos

    • Played a pivotal role in the strategic development of the NGO, overseeing human resources management and implementing training initiatives to enhance team capabilities. • Managed education and social inclusion projects.

  • Project Manager and Business Development Manager at Center for Institutional Analysis and Development Eleutheria Foundation
    Nov 2011 - Jan 2016 · 4 yrs 3 mos

    Established strategic partnerships, recruited, managed and developed 10-15 people teams, prepared documentation for EU-funded projects, initiated, planned, implemented and monitored human resources development and research projects and conducted final reporting.

  • Business Development Manager at European Consultants Organisation
    May 2008 - Apr 2011 · 3 yrs