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Sales Director Trade Credit Solutions
AxendoSales Director Trade Credit Solutions
Jul. 2024 - Jun. 2025Türkiye• Develop and execute sales strategies to promote the company's trade credit products to both new and existing clients. • Achieve and exceed sales targets, including number of face-to-face client visits, business volume, and monthly profit and loss (P&L). • Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential business opportunities. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions. • Negotiate and finalize commercial terms for trade credit transactions. • Coordinate transaction execution with internal and external stakeholders, including banks and relevant departments. • Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative trade credit products and improve business processes. • Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory requirements.
Business Unit Manager in Pharma & Nutraceutical Ingredients
ATS Advanced Technology Supplies Tic A.SBusiness Unit Manager in Pharma & Nutraceutical Ingredients
Jun. 2023 - Jun. 2024Istanbul, Turkey• Managed business development and sales in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and functional food division • Coordinated with suppliers and internal teams for active sales and ingredient research (API & intermediates pharma,niche products, vitamins, minerals, proteins, antioxidants, excipients, etc.) • Tracked new trends and ingredients to enhance product portfolio • Managed contract manufacturing customers and identified new potential clients • Led teams in emerging industries like functional food • Oversaw two distinct teams: business development and purchasing • Supervised import processes and identified the most efficient forwarders • Managed existing operations, product, and project development • Conducted alternative sourcing studies • Monitored ongoing projects and established connections with new manufacturers and suppliers • Prepared and managed budget planning.
Export Sales Manager
Halavet GıdaExport Sales Manager
Aug. 2022 - Jun. 2023Turkey• Conducted national and international B2B ingredients sales of Edible Bovine Gelatin and Collagen • Managed a sales budget over $..M in cosmetics, nutraceuticals, OTC products, sweets, pastries, and desserts • Developed budgets, forecasts, price positioning, and marketing plans • Collaborated closely with clients on new product development • Participated in food, health, and pharmaceutical fairs to generate leads and promote collagen peptides and edible gelatin in various countries.
Foreign Trade and Business Development Manager
SanteforForeign Trade and Business Development Manager
Jan. 2022 - Aug. 2022Istanbul, Turkey• Monitored advancements in OTC products and related regulations • Helped set industry trends and process plans • Assessed business opportunities through financial analysis • Discovered new markets and future growth opportunities • Participated in networking events to build relationships with potential clients • Represented the company at fairs, events, and meetings • Contacted clients and vendors for new business opportunities and partnerships • Prepared and monitored the annual budget for the business development department.
Otc Export  Sales and Business Development Manager
Kervan GıdaOtc Export Sales and Business Development Manager
Aug. 2019 - Dec. 2021Istanbul, Turkey• Led global market launches and brand positioning of OTC products (Qlife, Bony Vita, FreeYu) in UK, USA, Germany, MENA, Russia, and Turkey, driving significant market share growth. • Collaborated with R&D to develop innovative OTC product lines for mass and niche markets, enhancing portfolio diversity. • Designed and executed tailored market-entry strategies with affiliates and distributors, increasing export sales volume by 30%+. • Secured product listings for Bony Vita in discount chains (BIM, A101, ŞOK) and Qlife in Watsons and Migros. • Negotiated trade terms and optimized shelf visibility to boost sales performance. • Managed end-to-end private label OTC projects for domestic and international clients, ensuring regulatory compliance. • Conducted market segmentation and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities
Brand Manager
BayerBrand Manager
Jun. 2016 - May. 2018Istanbul, Turkey• Managed the Bayer Consumer Health Dermatology Products team • Prepared yearly net sales, volume, pricing, and PI predictions for budgeting • Developed short- and long-term marketing strategies and managed brand lifecycle • Created annual BTL and ATL activity plans with the Trade Marketing and Sales Team • Coordinated DTC, HCP, and TVC campaigns • Built and maintained KOL contacts and monitored activities • Analyzed market and competition to identify growth opportunities.
Regional Sales Manager
BayerRegional Sales Manager
Jun. 2009 - Apr. 2019Istanbul, Turkey• Managed Rx-Otc 1 sales in Istanbul, overseeing a team of 10 representatives • Handled products in dermatology, gastroenterology, gynecology, family practice, and pharmacy (Travocort, Rennie Duo, Advantan, Bepanthol, Redoxon) • Conducted KOL visits and double visits with reps • Provided coaching, motivation, and performance evaluation • Tracked monthly sales and provided feedback on marketing actions through reports.
District Manager
IntendisDistrict Manager
Jun. 2009 - Jan. 2013Turkey• Managed sales in East Istanbul and the Black Sea region with 16 representatives • Conducted KOL visits and double visits with reps • Provided coaching, motivation, and performance monitoring • Gave feedback on completed marketing initiatives and assessed Rx analysis in meetings • Handled warehouse orders.
Regional Sales Manager (North Turkey)
IntendisRegional Sales Manager (North Turkey)
Jun. 2008 - May. 2009Istanbul, Turkey• Managed sales in Istanbul and Ankara with 33 representatives (55% of TR sales from the district) • Conducted KOL visits and worked with reps • Provided coaching, motivation, and performance evaluation • Planned and coordinated monthly sales activities • Reported on marketing actions and analyzed Rx performance.
Sales Team Training Executive
IntendisSales Team Training Executive
Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2012Turkey• Trained over 100 representatives and brand managers on sales techniques and field management.
Field Force Manager
IntendisField Force Manager
Jan. 2008 - Jun. 2008• Conducted KOL visits with 5 area managers and 55 representatives • Provided coaching, motivation, and performance monitoring • Monitored monthly sales and gave feedback on marketing efforts.
Area Manager (İstanbul West)
IntendisArea Manager (İstanbul West)
Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2007• Managed sales in the Istanbul region with 11 representatives • Conducted doctor and pharmacy visits with reps • Provided coaching, motivation, and performance monitoring • Gave feedback on completed marketing initiatives and assessed Rx analysis in meetings • Managed monthly sales activities.
Sales Representative
IntendisSales Representative
Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2006• Responsible for sales of dermatology products (eczema, fungus, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea).
Sales Representative
INTENDISSales Representative
Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2006• Responsible for sales of dermatology products (eczema, fungus, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea).
Sales Representative
Schering AGSales Representative
Oct. 2003 - Dec. 2004• Managed sales of gynecology (birth control, menopause), dermatology (eczema, fungus, psoriasis, acne), oncology and radiology products in Kayseri/Nevşehir.

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