Cristina Protopopescu, Project Manager in Bucharest, Romania
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Cristina Protopopescu

Verified Expert  in Project Management

Project Manager

Bucharest, Romania

Toptal member since March 17, 2025

Bio

Cristina has 15+ years of experience in supply chain management, SAP solutions architecture, and logistics. She specializes in operational excellence and process optimization across healthcare, chemical manufacturing, and medical devices, with proven success in managing complex projects, implementing SAP S/4HANA, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Cristina is skilled in team leadership and continuous improvement, as well as SAP, Salesforce Development Community (SFDC), and Microsoft Power BI.

Project Highlights

Quote-to-cash and Supply Chain Process Design and Implementation
Designed and implemented customer service, logistics, warehousing, and supply chain processes and modules in SAP S/4HANA for a global medical devices leader in the diabetes industry, covering the EMEA and Latin America regions.
Strategic Supply Chain Transformation and Optimization
Redesigned the supply chain model for a chemical manufacturing plant by implementing direct-to-customer deliveries, eliminating the central warehouse, and achieving cost savings of approximately $1.5 million while reducing CO2 emissions by 54%.
Global Logistics Optimization and ISO 9001 Implementation
Implemented ISO 9001-2015 standards, aligning with global benchmarks for logistics and warehousing processes.

Expertise

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Customer Service
  • ISO 9001
  • International Logistics
  • Leadership
  • Process Design
  • SAP ERP
  • SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Work Experience

EMEA Delivery Lead

2022 - PRESENT
Genpact
  • Led SAP S/4HANA implementations, designing workflows to enhance efficiency, ensuring ISO 9001-2015 compliance, and upholding quality standards to achieve operational excellence and industry best practices.
  • Deployed a claims management power app in EMEA and Latin America, driving cost reductions and operational improvements.
  • Built teams and leadership initiatives from scratch, supporting talent development and promoting team members into management positions.
  • Stabilized teams and operations post-transition, achieving full process standardization within three months.
  • Managed strong relationships with 17+ stakeholders across three accounts, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Global Logistics ISO 9001 Champion

2018 - 2021
Momentive
  • Implemented ISO 9001-2015 standards, aligning with global benchmarks.
  • Optimized logistics processes, improving efficiency and risk management.
  • Aligned European logistics with global standards, promoting cross-regional collaboration.
  • Conducted logistics audits, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Head of Supply Chain

2015 - 2021
Momentive
  • Redesigned the supply chain model by implementing direct-to-customer deliveries, eliminating intermediaries, and achieving cost savings of approximately $1.5 million while reducing CO2 emissions by 54%.
  • Ensured business continuity during the pandemic by implementing virtual learning initiatives and essential training, boosting employee engagement and reinforcing the importance of their roles.
  • Executed a Kaizen project in the warehouse, restructuring the layout, introducing separate zones, and enhancing product protection during transportation.

Customer Service Manager

2012 - 2015
Genpact
  • Achieved the "best in class" badge for billing accuracy for six consecutive months after reaching a 99.9% accuracy rate.
  • Built five SOPs and process maps from scratch, improving customer service levels, streamlining operations, and improving efficiency.
  • Contributed to sales efforts, enhancing client relationships and driving business growth.

Project History

Quote-to-cash and Supply Chain Process Design and Implementation

Designed and implemented customer service, logistics, warehousing, and supply chain processes and modules in SAP S/4HANA for a global medical devices leader in the diabetes industry, covering the EMEA and Latin America regions.

I led a team of 90+ while building end-to-end quote-to-cash processes, including the supply chain, with a team of 20+ developers. This project involved co-creating strategies with the client, aligning best practices with their goals, and delivering customized transformation plans (team changes, implementations, and SWOT analysis) covering customer service, logistics, and service complaints management.

I worked with two Microsoft Power Apps developers to build an end-to-end service complaints management flow that replicated an SAP Quality Management (QM) design. In addition, I implemented ISO 9001-2015 controls across quote-to-cash processes to enhance quality, compliance, and process standardization, ensuring efficiency and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Strategic Supply Chain Transformation and Optimization

Redesigned the supply chain model for a chemical manufacturing plant by implementing direct-to-customer deliveries, eliminating the central warehouse, and achieving cost savings of approximately $1.5 million while reducing CO2 emissions by 54%.

I led a cross-functional project integrating manufacturing, planning, logistics, EHS, and warehousing to optimize the supply chain model for raw materials and finished products. I negotiated competitive rates, SLAs, and quality standards with carriers and ISO-tank storage 3rd-party logistics providers while maintaining the highest safety standards. In addition, I championed change management initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment and visibility of project benefits across the organization.

Global Logistics Optimization and ISO 9001 Implementation

Implemented ISO 9001-2015 standards, aligning with global benchmarks for logistics and warehousing processes.

This project involved leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of ISO 9001-2015 quality management standards for global logistics operations. I collaborated with senior leadership to standardize processes across the EMEA, America, and APAC regions, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. I also identified 5+ global projects to enhance global logistics efficiency, balancing cost optimization with operational excellence while fostering a quality and continuous improvement culture.

Education

2005 - 2010

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Romanian-American University - Bucharest, Romania

Skills

Tools

Microsoft Power Apps, Microsoft Power BI, Slack

Paradigms

Agile Leadership, Change Management

Other

SAP ERP, International Logistics, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service, Process Design, Client Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain, Training Workshops, ISO 9001, Project Management, Supply Chain Optimization, Slack App, SOP Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Cross-functional Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Strategic Design, Vendor Management, Sustainability Strategy, Quality Management, Audits, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI), Performance Optimization, SAP Implementation, Process Optimization, Invoice Management, Business & Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Transition Management, Economics, Business Management, Customer Service Strategy, SAP Logistics Execution (LE), Service Claims, strategic leadership, environment sustainability, SAP, SAP S/4HANA, ISO 9001-2015, Kaizen

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