Careers

I joined Ina in 2003 as a Geological Technician, but right from the beginning, my role introduced me to the world of IT. I spent 18 years in Upstream and Field Development, and during that time, I was involved in various IT-related projects and processes, specializing in software and hardware. I participated in the digitization of technical documentation archives in Syria and the introduction of the hydrocarbon reserve database at INA from 2008 until today. I have been involved in project management by leading and participating in various project teams, both in the IT and Upstream sectors. Working in multifunctional teams has provided me with valuable experience and specific knowledge that can only be gained through work in the oil industry and interdisciplinary projects. In 2021, I transitioned to the Blue Team, but my connection with INA Upstream continues. In my role as an Information Systems Specialist, I oversee the portfolio of specialized software and hardware and collaborate with numerous engineers from the business to continuously improve work processes.

Although I initially joined INA as a translator, my path led me into the realm of IT after just one year. My journey into the IT world began in 2005 when I became a member of the project team implementing the SAP system at INA. Following the SAP project, I became the head of the Master Data Management team and later the Deputy Chief SAP Architect. Upon the creation of MOL Group IT, I had the opportunity to lead the SAP ERP and MIS team, responsible for creating ERP and BI strategies for the entire MOL Group. After three years of international experience, I returned to INA, venturing into an entirely new domain as a Business Relationship Manager for Corporate Functions. Following the formulation of strategies and intensive collaboration with internal clients, I re-entered the world of development and projects, facing new challenges in my role as the Director of the IT Development Center within the Plavi tim.

Before joining the Plavi tim, I acquired extensive business, managerial, and professional experience in various positions within different companies. As a business team leader, I managed projects such as 'e-Citizens,' 'e-Business,' and worked on EU projects. Additionally, I worked as an SAP consultant for logistics, specializing in modules MM/FT (Material Management / Foreign Trade) on projects for various companies. I joined the Blue Team at the end of 2018 as a Business Process Architect for the SAP MM (PRC) process area. Since becoming a part of the Blue Team, I have gained rich experience working on various group projects and minor system improvement requests, serving as a project manager or expert. I've worked closely with users to analyze and define business processes across different segments of INA d.d./MOL and other affiliated companies within the INA Group. I successfully led the P2P team in the Crosco/Rotary SAP migration, INA Firefighting Services, and INA Industrial Services SAP implementations. I also managed a project to enhance operational procurement, fully delivered using internal resources. I am a composed and results-driven individual, always ready to support our customers and team members. In my daily work, I collaborate with teams from other SAP modules (SD, FI/CO, PP, BI, etc.) in tasks such as user requirement analysis, SAP system solution implementation, developing non-standard solutions, creating project and user documentation, conducting training for key and end users, and overseeing system operation and user support. My primary role is to introduce all new functionalities in the procurement area.

In 2010, I joined Ina through the inaugural Growww program, launching my career as a Junior SAP Analyst. The following year, I progressed to become a Specialist in IS Development. In 2015, I attained the position of Lead Specialist in IS Development (at that time, we formed a separate company within the INA Group, known today as the Plavi tim), and one year later, I became the manager of the BW team, responsible for the reporting module in SAP. After two more years of learning and practical work, I advanced to the role of IS Development Specialist. In 2019, nine years after my initial employment, I assumed the position of Head of the Business Unit for Industrial Application Development.

I joined Ina as part of the inaugural Growww program in 2010, starting my career as a Junior Fire Protection Engineer. Over the next four years in this role, I familiarized myself with all the operations within the INA Group, leading projects and incident investigations related to health, safety, and environmental protection. In 2014, I transitioned to the position of Occupational Health and Safety Engineer, where I worked on creating documentation in line with internal and globally recognized standards. Additionally, I independently developed several solutions using the MS Office suite and SharePoint for data analysis, tracking, and streamlining and organizing processes. My collaboration with colleagues from the Plavi tim intensified in 2017 when, as the business lead, I participated in a pilot project, sponsored by the MOL Group, for the implementation of SAP's electronic work permit solution. Over the next two years, I worked as a Specialist in Health, Safety, and Environment protection and took part in several IT projects in this domain. Simultaneously, I attended two courses, one for Database Administration and the other for Web Application Programming. In 2020, after nearly a decade in health, safety, and environment protection, I joined the Plavi tim as an RPA Developer. In my current role, I am actively involved in automating business processes and digitizing the work environment on a daily basis.

I began my professional career at INA d.d., SD Refineries and Marketing as a trainee. From the very days of my internship, my career ascent was notable. I went through various organizational units and performed various tasks related to logistics processes. Some of these tasks included managing storage processes, working in logistics terminals, organizing and managing the processes of receiving, storing, and shipping petroleum products, as well as supervising data on dispatched quantities. From 2010 to 2016, I served as the head of the Sisak Terminal Department. During my tenure at Ina, I gained extensive process and professional knowledge while simultaneously enhancing it with IT logistics systems and solutions connected through interfaces with INA SAP ERP. In 2017, I joined the Blue Team as a Business Process Architect (BPA) for SAP hydrocarbon processes (SAP HCM, LE). Coming from the business side, I quickly became an integral and key part of the BPA team, with significant business knowledge and the trust of our customers. I have taken on leadership roles in several successful projects, including the implementation of SAP in Ina Montenegro, as well as leading SAP Plant Abroad projects. I have also been involved in all the key logistics projects at the group level, such as MILES, SMILES, and R&S. My primary role is to continuously support and improve INA d.d.'s core business, which is the sale of petroleum products, by modeling business processes and managing IT solutions.