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Maxim Metalnikov was appointed logistics director at ArcelorMittal Kryviy Rih, the country’s largest metallurgical enterprise.

In his new position, Metalnikov’s responsibilities will include creating a shared service structure which will unify the company’s different logistics and customs departments

Metalnikov is also expected to introduce SAP standards and to improve planning. Metalnikov started his career in exporting companies in 1991. From 2005 through 2007, Metalnikov worked at the Moscow representative office of Noble Resources as a councilor on coal and metal exports.

He later joined Transgarant, a transportation company, where he was responsible for managing an industrial railcar park. Metalnikov completed an engineering degree at Moscow University of Railway Transportation. He also obtained an MBA from Antwerp University.