Foreign Trade Manager at Beta Food Industry and Trade Inc (2024-12 – Present)
- Managed import, export, transit trade and logistics operations while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
- Oversaw trade documentation, customs clearance, and international payment processes, including Letters of Credit (L/C) and documentary collections.
- Coordinated with suppliers, customers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure efficient and timely shipment execution.
- Negotiated commercial and logistics agreements to optimize costs and improve service performance.
- Monitored global trade regulations, tariffs, and market trends to mitigate risks and identify business opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support international business growth and operational excellence.
Supply Chain Manager at Kingspan Insulated Panels MENA (2024-04 – 2024-12)
- Developed and executed supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives, optimizing demand planning, inventory management, and operational performance.
- Directed Logistics and distribution operations, improving transportation efficiency while reducing logistics and inventory cost.
- Led process improvement and risk management initiatives to enhance supply chain resilience, compliance, and overall operational excellence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production, sales, and financial objectives and ensure seamless operations.
- Managed supply chain budgets, monitored KPIs, and leveraged data analytics to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Led and developed high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Logistics Manager at Kingspan Insulated Panels MENA (2018-11 – 2024-03)
- Managed end-to-end logistics and international trade operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of goods across global markets.
- Directed import, export, and transit trade activities while ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade laws, and company policies.
- Coordinated international transportation, freight forwarding, and warehousing operations to ensure on-time delivery and optimal service levels.
- Negotiated contracts and rates with logistics providers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers to achieve cost savings.
- Managed Letters of Credit (L/C), international payment terms, shipping documentation, and customs clearance processes.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and logistics partners to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Purchasing Manager at Sertel Vida Meta A.Ş (2018-07 – 2018-11)
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring cost efficiency and supply continuity.
- Managed end-to-end sourcing activities, including supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, and performance management.
- Negotiated contracts, pricing, and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and maximize value.
- Built and maintained strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and on-time delivery.
- Analyzed market trends, supplier capabilities, and procurement risks to support informed purchasing decisions.
- Collaborated with production, logistics, finance, and operations teams to align procurement activities with business requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and purchasing plans to optimize stock availability while minimizing carrying costs.
- Identified and implemented cost-reduction and process-improvement initiatives.
Foreign Trade Manager at Özgüç Ambalaj A.Ş. (2018-03 – 2018-07)
- Managed import, export, transit trade and logistics operations while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
- Actively supported sales efforts to explore new markets, which led to increased customer acquisition.
- Initiated cost-saving projects that streamlined operations and improved profitability.
Logistics Manager at Kingspan Yapı Elemanları A.Ş (2014-02 – 2017-11)
- Managed end-to-end logistics and international trade operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of goods across global markets.
- Directed import, export, and transit trade activities while ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade laws, and company policies.
- Coordinated international transportation, freight forwarding, and warehousing operations to ensure on-time delivery and optimal service levels.
- Negotiated contracts and rates with logistics providers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers to achieve cost savings.
- Managed Letters of Credit (L/C), international payment terms, shipping documentation and customs clearance processes.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and logistics partners to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Marketing & Operations Manager at ŞAH LOGISTICS (2005-01 – 2013-01)
- Developed and executed marketing, and business development strategies to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
- Identified new business opportunities, acquired key customers, and maintained strong client relationships.
- Managed quotations, contracts, tenders, and commercial negotiations.
- Promoted logistics services including road, sea, air freight, warehousing, and customs clearance.
- Oversaw daily logistics and transportation operations, ensuring efficient shipment planning and delivery performance.
- Coordinated with carriers, warehouses, customs brokers, and suppliers to ensure seamless operations.
- Optimized supply chain processes, reduced costs, managed budgets and profitability, forecasted sales and operational capacity, and ensured regulatory compliance while driving customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
Purchasing Chief at SEÇİL KAUÇUK A.Ş. (2005-01 – 2013-01)
- Spearheaded the procurement of raw materials and logistics services, ensuring compliance with international standards.
- Successfully managed the import and customs procedures and prepared comprehensive monthly reports, which improved departmental efficiency and accountability.
- Contributed to streamlined operations and enhanced supplier relationships.
- Collaborated closely with internal teams and suppliers to improve operational effectiveness and conducted ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 9001 internal quality audits.
Export - Import Specialist at SEÇİL KAUÇUK A.Ş. (2004-01 – 2004-12)
- Effectively supported import-export and logistics operations, significantly enhancing the efficiency of our processes.
- Prepared comprehensive weekly and monthly export dispatch plans, ensuring timely and accurate shipments.
- Coordinated with the transport department to streamline logistics operations.
