Catalin Arama

Catalin Arama is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the Procurement Value Creation Lead at Zentiva since October 2023. Prior to this role, Catalin worked at JTI (Japan Tobacco International) from April 2011 to September 2023, where responsibilities included overseeing procurement operations across Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova with a significant yearly spend. Catalin has a proven track record in achieving financial and non-financial KPIs, leading teams through change management initiatives, and implementing e-sourcing solutions across multiple countries. With a solid educational background including bachelor's degrees in Marketing and Economics from Academia de Studii Economice din București, Catalin's career showcases expertise in driving innovation and sustainability within procurement processes.