Igor Viktorov-Program Manager
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Program Manager
Independent Strategy Consultant
Architected the strategic blueprint for a large-scale safety transformation at a $1.3B+ revenue pulp holding, defining the target process state (based on international benchmarks) and developing the phased implementation roadmap
Managed the 40+ projects safety initiative pipeline across 3 production plants, implementing a stage-gate methodology to assess, prioritize, and launch ~20 high-impact initiatives
Led the conceptual design of 5+ digital product proposals (incl. AI solutions) for enterprise clients in manufacturing and transport across Europe and the US
Acted as a strategic advisor to early-stage tech startups (IIoT/AI, Alt-Protein, SaaS) on GTM strategy, financial modelling, and fundraising in Europe
Consulting Manager
Bright Green Partners
Led client engagements and proposals on strategy and market entry for the alternative protein sector with cross-functional teams (1-2 juniors, 4 contractors), reporting to Partner
Positioned the Saudi Giga-project as a global cultivated meat hub by co-designing the first CDMO pilot facility and drafting a regulatory framework for novel foods, enabling strategic investments in top startups
Enabled strategic capacity planning for alt-protein investors and policymakers by delivering the first global benchmark on plant-based meat production, uncovering a 5x scale-up need, $10–17B investment gap, and expansion pathways by 2030
In-house Consulting Manager, Senior Analyst
Rostec Corp.
Fast-tracked from Senior Analyst to Project Manager in under 3 years—the only such promotion path in the team
Enabled 10% YoY revenue growth for a cleantech manufacturer by developing a growth strategy with targeted M&A recommendations
Unlocked a $200M+ China investment opportunity for an agriculture group by designing the business case
Identified $1B in potential synergies through a merger analysis of three chemicals-focused holdings
Facilitated market transition for a telecom manufacturer by developing a $50M business plan for entry into civil markets
Led the 1-month rollout of Rostec's first product catalog (a top CEO priority) across 500+ subsidiaries, aligning cross-functional teams to meet an aggressive deadline, including energy equipment and smart city
Unlocked 2–3x regional GDP growth by designing economic development strategies for two regional governments:
Identification of multiple industrial opportunities each with $1B+ in annual revenue potential – Chemical, O&G, Transport, Metals
Deep-dive assessment of the energy & utilities sectors for economic growth implications
Design of regional industrial policies and economic development models
Consultant, Global Strategy Group
KPMG
Promoted twice within 9 months from Intern to Consultant and selected for transfer to KPMG’s main Moscow office
Led workstreams in strategic engagements (e.g., $1B China growth roadmap for a transport company) and Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) for a go/no-go investment decision
Analyzed the global smart city technologies landscape for a Russian city and prepared implementation recommendations
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Experienced in Food and Beverage, Agriculture, Chemical, Energy, Metals and Mining, and Government and Administration.
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Experienced in Strategy, Finance, Operations, Project Management, Product Development, and Investments and M&A.
Summary
Senior Strategy & Transformation Consultant / Manager (9 years) specializing in B2B Industrials/Manufacturing. Combines 'Big 4' consulting with in-house experience at a $27B Manufacturing Holding. Proven experience in 10% YoY Growth Strategy, $200M+ Investment Cases, $1B+ M&A/Synergies assessments, and large-scale Transformation Programs from concept to delivery.
Projects across Europe, the GCC & the US. Experience in Cleantec, Chemicals, Pulp&Paper, Agrifoodtech, IIoT/AI.
Skills
- Functional: Corporate & Growth Strategy, Investment Case Development, Financial Modeling, Go-To-Market Strategy, M&A & Synergies Analysis, Transformation, Program Management (Pmo).
- Industrial: Manufacturing, Chemicals, Pulp & Paper, Agrifoodtech And Climate Tech, Economic Development And Infrastructure In The Public Sector.
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Peter the Great Polytechnic University
Master of Science, industrial focus · Investment Management · Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation · GPA 4.97/5 (honours)
Peter the Great Polytechnic University
Bachelor of Science · Industrial Management · Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation · GPA 4.94/5 (honours)
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Igor is based in Lisbon, Portugal.
Igor speaks the following languages: Russian (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Portuguese (Elementary).
Igor has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Igor has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 7 months. Note that Igor may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Igor would be well-suited for roles such as: Program Manager, Consulting Manager, In-house Consulting Manager, Senior Analyst.
Igor's most recent position is Program Manager at Independent Strategy Consultant.
In recent years, Igor has worked for Independent Strategy Consultant, Bright Green Partners, and Rostec Corp..
Igor is most experienced in industries like Agriculture, Chemical, and Energy. Igor also has some experience in Metals and Mining, Government and Administration, and Telecommunication.
Igor is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Finance, and Operations. Igor also has some experience in Project Management, Investments and M&A, and Product Development.
Igor has recently worked in industries like Agriculture, Chemical, and Energy.
Igor has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Finance, and Operations.
Igor holds a Master in Investment Management from Peter the Great Polytechnic University and a Bachelor in Industrial Management from Peter the Great Polytechnic University.
The availability of Igor needs to be confirmed.
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