Ivan Mutafov
Burgas,Bulgaria
Summary
Results-orientated and high-energy project manager with over 8 years of experience in Market Research. With a talent for leading by example and inspiring peak performance. Recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Project Manager
Kantar
, Bulgaria / UK
01.2018 - 03.2026
- Managed stakeholder communication and relationships through online and face-to-face meetings, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Led multiple teams within the Market Research field in the successful completion of complex projects, delivering results on time and within budget.
- Utilized different project management tools (Agile, Gira) and techniques to optimize project workflow and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Constant monitoring and reporting of key KPIs through PowerBI and Excel reports.
- Main contact and in charge of a diverse portfolio of full service qualitative research projects in all regions the world. Continuously responsible for developing the client relationship.
- Facilitated change management processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Advised clients on questionnaire design aligned with best practices and specific research goals.
- Rich experience in using multiple script and host platforms - Forsta, Decipher, Dimensions, Nfield.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management with Marketing
Royal Holloway, University of London
London, United Kingdom 09.2014 - 06.2017
Skills
- Fieldwork management
- Post-fieldwork analysis
- Stakeholder Management
- SPSS/PowerBI Analysis
- Project Management tools
- Project scoping
- CRM Platform management
- Multitasking capabilities
- Budgeting control
- Soft skills / Communication Professional
- MS Office Proficiency
- Project lifecycle management
Hobbies
Exploring distant lands, Capturing moments, Living active, Gaming, Reading
Strengths
- Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Risk management
- Market Research
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Kantar
01.2018 - 03.2026
Bachelor of Science - Management with Marketing
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2014 - 06.2017