Dimitar Stefanov Dimitrov

Technology Development Director at Yettel.Bulgaria

Dimitar Stefanov Dimitrov has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Dimitar started their career in 1999 at Monbat Plc., where they worked as a computer specialist in the testing laboratory. Dimitar later moved up to become the head of the Stationary Batteries department and subsequently served as the Export Sales Manager. In this role, Dimitrov was responsible for customer relationship management, key account management, sales management, and project management.

In 2014, Dimitrov joined Telenor Bulgaria as an IT Sourcing Specialist, where they administered and implemented the sourcing process for IT infrastructure commodities. Dimitar then advanced to the role of Senior Network and IT Sourcing Specialist, with additional responsibilities for Cluster Collaboration Lead in the region. Dimitrov facilitated collaboration between stakeholders and sourcing colleagues, actively participated in virtual teams, and negotiated with suppliers.

Most recently, Dimitrov joined Yettel.Bulgaria in 2019 as a Network and IT Sourcing Expert. Dimitar later transitioned to the position of Service Delivery Manager, overseeing project management, product development, and the implementation of new services in Finance Management systems and applications. Dimitar also led new software and hardware procurement processes and managed vendor relationships. Since January 2022, Dimitrov has been serving as the Acting Technology Development Director at Yettel.Bulgaria. The specific end dates for some of their roles are not provided.

Dimitar Stefanov Dimitrov's education history is as follows:

From 2019 to 2020, Dimitrov attended the Procurement Academy, affiliated with the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM). Dimitar obtained a degree called CIAPP, specializing in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management.

In 2016, Dimitrov completed a project management course at ITCE, an institution specialized in IT and project management. The degree obtained from this institution is not specified.

During the same year, they also participated in the Global Sourcing Academy, an internal program at Telenor guided by ATKearney. Although not mentioned, it is assumed that Dimitrov gained knowledge in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management through this academy.

In 2015, Dimitrov received training from the Project Management Institute in two fields of study: Program and Portfolio Management, as well as The Art of Project Management.

Dimitrov's earliest recorded education is from 1993 to 1998, when they obtained a Master's degree in Electronics, Automation, and Computer Technologies (Programming) from Rousse University "Angel Kanchev."

In addition to their formal education, Dimitrov has also obtained several certifications. These include a Mini MBA from PricewaterhouseCoopers Auditing Ltd., completed in March 2022, as well as various ongoing professional development courses offered on LinkedIn. These LinkedIn courses cover topics such as coaching skills, employee development, performance management, teamwork, and project management. The most recent LinkedIn certification was achieved in December 2021.

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Timeline

  • Technology Development Director

    April 1, 2024 - present

  • Acting Technology Development Director

    January, 2022

  • Service Delivery Manager

    January, 2020

  • Network And IT Sourcing Expert

    April, 2019

  • Senior Network And IT Sourcing Specialist Cluster Collaboration Lead

    September, 2017

  • Senior Network And IT Sourcing Specialist

    May, 2017

  • IT Sourcing Specialist

    September, 2014