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Nataliya Nesheva

Nataliya Nesheva

Sofia

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Product Manager with over 15 years of progressive experience in the financial services industry, specializing in credit card products. Proven track record of driving product development, enhancing user experience, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals. Adept at managing stakeholder relationships and leveraging Agile methodologies to deliver projects on time and within budget. Passionate about continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Manager, Credit Card

BP Personal Finance
10.2023 - Current
  • Manage credit card product within one of Bulgaria's largest banks, focusing on product development and enhancements in PB Personal finance division.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product features and drive user engagement.
  • Fostered collaboration with Marketing, IT, and Compliance departments to ensure alignment on product initiatives.
  • Managed a high-performing team of card experts, promoting innovation and efficiency.
  • Continuously monitored competitor activities in order to stay ahead of current trends.
  • Identify new growth opportunities while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Participate in different projects related to migration of processes and systems.

Product Manager, Credit Card

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2018 - 10.2023
  • Led the development and improvement of credit card products, focusing on segmentation, direct marketing communication, and performance metrics.
  • Fostered collaboration with Marketing, IT, and Risk departments to ensure alignment on product initiatives.
  • Monitored industry trends, adapting product strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Managed a high-performing team of card experts, promoting innovation and efficiency.
  • Successfully launched a new credit card product in 2021, enhancing the user experience across existing offerings through Agile project methodologies.
  • Successfully launched new card segmentation and communication strategy
  • Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships.

Consumer Finance Officer - CEE Region

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
01.2018 - 11.2018
  • Drove sales and efficiency KPIs across CEE region entities, focusing on consumer lending.
  • Facilitated working groups with local teams to identify improvement areas and implement corrective actions, enhancing overall performance.
  • Managed cross-border collaboration across Bulgaria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Romania.

Strategic Markets Development Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2016 - 12.2017
  • Established key partnerships to support long-term strategic goals and market expansion.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to align market strategies and improve customer outreach.

Regional Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
01.2014 - 10.2016
  • Led a team of over 30 professionals, focusing on achieving departmental business goals and regional performance metrics.
  • Collaborated with various departments, including Marketing and IT, to implement new projects and sales techniques.

Remote Sales Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
04.2011 - 12.2013
  • Oversaw customer service and portfolio development through B2C Remote Sales, optimizing processes for enhanced productivity.
  • Managed a team of 25, focusing on training and developing commercial capabilities.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.

Branch Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2009 - 03.2011

Ensured the achievement of branch business goals while maintaining compliance with company policies.

  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.

Credit Conusltant

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
12.2007 - 10.2009

Provided expert advice on credit products, contributing significantly to customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Education

Master of Science - Bank Management

New Bulgarian University
Sofia, Bulgaria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Economics of Trade

University of National And World Economy
Sofia, Bulgaria
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Product Strategy
  • Problem Solving
  • Team management
  • User Experience (UX)
  • Customer Satisfaction (CSAT)
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Segmentation
  • DM communication
  • Business Requirements
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Key Performance Indicators

Languages

Bulgarian
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Italian
Intermediate
B1

Certification

Certified Product Owner

Timeline

Certified Product Owner

12-2024

Product Manager, Credit Card

BP Personal Finance
10.2023 - Current

Product Manager, Credit Card

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2018 - 10.2023

Consumer Finance Officer - CEE Region

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
01.2018 - 11.2018

Strategic Markets Development Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2016 - 12.2017

Regional Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
01.2014 - 10.2016

Remote Sales Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
04.2011 - 12.2013

Branch Manager

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
11.2009 - 03.2011

Credit Conusltant

BNP Paribas Personal Finance
12.2007 - 10.2009

Master of Science - Bank Management

New Bulgarian University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Economics of Trade

University of National And World Economy
04.2001 -
Nataliya Nesheva