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Arkadiusz (Arek) Ziomek

KAREX TRADE Arkadiusz Ziomek - Sole Proprietorship since 2009

Arkadiusz Ziomek
Czarnków, Poland

Experience

Aug 2010 - Sep 2024
14 years 2 months
Raszyn, Poland

Director of International Sales

PRODUS Shop Services Sp. z o.o.

  • building new trade relationships and sales networks at an international level in Europe (DACH countries) as well as in the Middle East and China
  • sales cooperation between a Russian shop shelving manufacturer and a Swiss store fitting company (Migros, Coop, Aldi, Lidl)
  • direct sales of Polish charcoal to a Swiss supermarket chain
Sep 2009 - Present
16 years 6 months

Business and management consultant

Karex Trade Arkadiusz Ziomek

  • management support for companies (handling company operations)
  • sales management for companies (including at an international level)
  • taking on interim management roles at the request of the board
  • sales intermediation – connecting suppliers with clients
  • direct import and export
Aug 2008 - Jul 2010
2 years
Poland

Managing Director

TENTE Polska Sp. z o.o.

  • handling all company matters with full scope of responsibilities
  • developing sales strategy
  • leading the sales team
  • regular meetings with strategic clients
  • managing other employees
  • financial control and cash flow management
  • financial reporting to the German parent company
  • preparing budgets
  • regular meetings with the company's management in Germany
Jan 2006 - Mar 2008
2 years 3 months
Hausen bei Brugg, Switzerland

Chairman of the Board

SOLARIS Szwajcaria GmbH

  • handling all company matters with full scope of responsibilities
  • developing sales strategy
  • leading the sales team
  • regular meetings with strategic clients
  • managing other employees
  • financial control and cash flow management
  • financial reporting to the Polish parent company
  • preparing budgets
  • regular meetings with the company's management in Poland
Jul 2005 - Dec 2005
6 months
Bolechowo-Osiedle, Poland

Financial Controller – Management Accounting

SOLARIS Bus & Coach S.A.

  • monitoring balance sheets and profit and loss statements
  • analysis and control of company metrics (ROA, ROE)
  • analysis and control of employee profitability metrics
  • control of receivables
  • profitability analysis of the subsidiary company in Switzerland
  • participation in IT projects
Sep 2004 - Dec 2004
4 months
Winterthur, Switzerland

Chief Accountant – management accounting

Alcadis AG

  • control of balance sheets and profit and loss statements
  • data migration to the general ledger (General Ledger)
  • analysis and control of company metrics (ROA, ROE)
  • preparing budgets
  • control of receivables
Mar 1997 - Aug 2004
7 years 6 months
Zürich, Switzerland

Reinsurance Accounting Team Lead and Management Board Member

PartnerRe GmbH

  • managing the IT system for contract accounting
  • monthly verification of posted data accuracy
  • monthly control of data transferred to the general ledger (General Ledger)
  • participation in data migration projects from subordinate systems
  • control of receivables
  • regular meetings with associated departments and subordinate staff
Jan 1995 - Dec 1997
3 years
Winterthur, Switzerland

Office Manager

New Visions Engineering

  • full management of company matters
  • financial control and cash flow
  • financial reporting
  • preparing budgets
  • control of receivables
  • making IT purchases for the company
  • configuring IT systems for clients
  • installing IT systems for clients
  • providing IT support for clients

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (19 years), Transportation (16.5 years), Professional Services (16.5 years), Retail (14 years), Insurance (7.5 years), and Information Technology (3 years).

Manufacturing
Transportation
Professional Services
Retail
Insurance
Information Technology

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Sales (19.5 years), Strategy (19.5 years), Logistics (16.5 years), Operations (16.5 years), Supply Chain Management (16.5 years), and Finance (14.5 years).

Sales
Strategy
Logistics
Operations
Supply Chain Management
Finance

Summary

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am looking for a new professional venture or engagement. This can be in Poland, Germany, or remote. In my previous position as "International Sales Manager" I served customers from various industries and sectors. The professional skills and life experiences I have gained make me believe that I could be a valuable addition to many companies.

Since 2009, I have been running my own sole proprietorship in Poland, mainly working in sales and business management. After completing a long-term contract with my previous company, I am now looking for a new field of work. While building new trade relationships and international sales networks, I traveled a lot and am accustomed to frequent travel. Now I am looking for a new role where I can use my acquired skills.

My strengths are undoubtedly interpersonal skills, extensive professional and life experience, and knowledge of several foreign languages. German is my second native language. I speak and write English fluently (level C2) and also have good knowledge of French. In the so-called DACH countries (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), I maintain good contacts with decision-makers in various sectors and industries (retail chains, manufacturers, suppliers, etc.).

I can be available immediately. My resume is uploaded here on FRATCH in English.

I would be very happy to hear from you.

Best regards, Arkadiusz Ziomek

Skills

  • Experience In Team Management

  • Project Experience

  • Accustomed To Frequent Business Travel

  • Excellent Business Contacts Across Europe, The Middle East, And China

  • Good Understanding Of Conceptual Procedures

  • Deep Knowledge Of Microsoft Products (Windows, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Project)

  • Experience In Corporate Management

  • Experience In Project Management

  • Usgaap / Sarbanes-oxley Act

  • Thorough Knowledge Of Stock Market Products (Stocks, Funds, Indices, Options, Bonds)

Languages

German
Native
Polish
Native
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Italian
Elementary

Education

Oct 1996 - Apr 1999

Business School Winterthur

Typical Swiss Academy for financials and bookkeeping · Winterthur, Switzerland

Certifications & licenses

Driver's license categories A, B, BE

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Where is Arkadiusz based?

Arkadiusz is based in Czarnków, Poland and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Arkadiusz speak?

Arkadiusz speaks the following languages: German (Native), Polish (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Arkadiusz have?

Arkadiusz has at least 30 years of experience. During this time, Arkadiusz has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 9 months. Note that Arkadiusz may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Arkadiusz be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Arkadiusz would be well-suited for roles such as: Director of International Sales, Business and management consultant, Managing Director.

What is Arkadiusz's latest experience?

Arkadiusz's most recent position is Director of International Sales at PRODUS Shop Services Sp. z o.o..

What companies has Arkadiusz worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Arkadiusz has worked for PRODUS Shop Services Sp. z o.o. and Karex Trade Arkadiusz Ziomek.

Which industries is Arkadiusz most experienced in?

Arkadiusz is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics, and Professional Services. Arkadiusz also has some experience in Retail, Insurance, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Arkadiusz most experienced in?

Arkadiusz is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Strategy and Planning, and Logistics. Arkadiusz also has some experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Finance.

Which industries has Arkadiusz worked in recently?

Arkadiusz has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Arkadiusz worked in recently?

Arkadiusz has recently worked in business areas like Sales, Logistics, and Operations.

What is Arkadiusz's education?

Arkadiusz holds a Bachelor in Typical Swiss Academy for financials and bookkeeping from Business School Winterthur.

Does Arkadiusz have any certificates?

Arkadiusz has 1 certificate: Driver's license categories A, B, BE.

What is the availability of Arkadiusz?

Arkadiusz will be available full-time from February 2026.

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