OLEKSANDR GRUKHAL
Strategic Marketing and Business Development Executive
Accomplished and solution-oriented Marketing and Business Development Executive with 20+ years of experience leading impactful marketing projects and optimizing processes and procedures. Demonstrated expertise in project management, business processes, and data-driven strategies to drive business growth while amplifying the voice of the customer. Proven ability to build strong relationships, foster cohesive teams, and deliver meaningful results through innovative concepts that reduce costs and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Skills & Expertise
AI Literacy & Prompting
Data-Driven Decision Making
Marketing Analytics (GA4, Looker)
Performance Marketing (Paid Social/SEA)
SEO & SEM
CRO & A/B Testing
Marketing Automation (HubSpot, Salesforce)
CRM / Lifecycle & Email
Product Marketing & GTM
Digital Transformation Project Management
E‑commerce (D2C)
B2B Demand Generation
Omnichannel & Retail Enablement
Revenue Operations (RevOps) Collaboration
Experimentation & Attribution
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Content Strategy & Messaging
Customer Insights & Research
UX/CX Collaboration
Privacy/Compliance (GDPR/CCPA)
Information Technology
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing
Media
Team Leadership & Talent Development
Budget & Resource Management
Sales Enablement & Go‑to‑Market Execution
Trade Marketing & Event Strategy
Project & Program Management
Language: English
Language: Russian
Language: Ukrainian
Work Experience
CSS Inc.
Marketing Manager
- Drive operational marketing strategy and execution across e-commerce, B2B, and retail channels, leading a team of 3 to deliver measurable growth, new product launches, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Led private label product launches across multiple categories, overseeing positioning, creative strategy, pricing, and marketing campaigns — resulting in accelerated market penetration and stronger retail partnerships.
- Delivered 60%+ growth in lead generation through integrated PPC, SEO, Meta Ads, email automation, and conversion optimization, directly supporting sales expansion and new customer acquisition.
- Built and optimized marketing operations frameworks — streamlining workflows, improving team productivity, and cutting project turnaround times by 30%.
- Designed and supervised sales enablement assets (flyers, catalogues, promo and educational videos), driving higher engagement and accelerating deal cycles across key retail accounts.
- Delivered weekly CEO briefings and developed KPI-driven dashboards to monitor performance, ensure accountability, and enable faster decision-making.
RP Tech Services
Marketing Lead
- Led a company-wide transition to a data-driven approach, overhauling 7 key marketing initiatives, including rebranding, SBE NY2024 participation, and launching an e-commerce platform.
- Directed marketing strategy across all service categories with full accountability for outcomes, stakeholder management, and weekly CEO briefings.
- Designed and implemented marketing processes and procedures, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all initiatives.
- Increased campaign efficiency by 60% via data-driven PPC with in-depth keyword analysis and real-time optimization.
- Achieved a 90% approval rating for marketing projects through actionable, insight-driven strategies in a streamlined framework.
- Delivered all projects ahead of schedule within a 6-month period.
MARS Canada (Pet Division)
Packaging Line 2 Operator
- Relocated to Canada in April 2022 due to the war in Ukraine; joined MARS Canada to ensure financial stability.
- Created video tutorials to streamline workflows and training for new hires; gained insights into manufacturing, safety standards, and pet food production.
- Relocated to the United States in August 2023 to support spouse’s career advancement, bringing a global perspective to future opportunities.
BIOTESTLAB Veterinary Pharm
Sales and Marketing Director
- Expanded market presence by targeting new segments and embedding consumer insights into strategies; optimized operations and guided a team of 7 through transitions.
- Increased online sales by 22% in six months with a consumer-focused e-commerce strategy.
- Improved efficiency and reduced costs by 40% via role rationalization, process streamlining, and automation.
- Reduced project delays by 30% through optimized scheduling, resource allocation, and enhanced workflows.
ORTO-LINE Orthopedic Products
Marketing Director (Contract)
- Led a national marketing team (4) to drive market expansion, solidify brand leadership in orthopedic retail and B2B sales, and execute strategic initiatives and partnerships.
- Increased revenue by 20% and captured 15% market share within six months through research-driven regional expansion.
- Enhanced collaboration and decision-making efficiency by 30% and 25% respectively by translating insights into actionable strategies; secured approval for five key projects.
- Boosted customer engagement by 70% and sales by 35% by launching two concept stores in five months supported by an omni-channel strategy.
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) — Kazakhstan
PMO Consultant for Business Processes Optimization (2018 – 2019) & Digital PMO Consultant (2017 – 2018)
- Developed and implemented key policies and procedures for a food processing company, building a robust operational framework on an accelerated timeline.
- Performed comprehensive organizational assessment leading to optimized structure, transformation program, and tailored training.
- Designed and executed an effective business model improving clarity and efficiency; standardized roles with comprehensive job descriptions.
- Increased personnel satisfaction from 67% to 92% via strategic initiatives (validated by anonymous surveys).
- Led a two-year retail digitalization program enabling omni-channel operations; established PMO to sustain excellence and deliver measurable outcomes.
CMG Nouveau Ukraine LLC
Chief Executive Officer
- Drove growth using consumer insights and digital marketing technologies to enhance innovation and market presence; led a team of 26 and fostered collaboration.
- Increased market share by 18% and profitability by 40% through data-driven management and rigorous P&L oversight.
- Achieved 95% on-time delivery adopting agile methodologies; optimized a $2.3M budget, delivering a 35% ROI increase through analytics and automation.
Carson Group Media
Marketing and Business Development Director
- Oversaw operations, strategy, and financial performance; led bold lead generation and business development for sustainable growth.
- Increased revenue by 2.4x by enhancing operational efficiency and growth programs.
- $1M+ media business secured within six months while streamlining financial management, cutting operational costs by 50%.
Education
Master of Science (MS), 2017
Major: Computer Science – Decision Making Systems
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 2011
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