Bedriye Sert
Foreign Trade Specialist
Umraniye/Istanbul
Summary
Efficient Import and Export Specialist with extensive experience in foreign trade. Skilled in coordinating import and export activities, customs clearance and documentation. Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and nurturing solid relationships with people.
Adept at coordinating and managing import and export of goods with keen eye for timely delivery and compliance with customs regulations. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Import Specialist
Dia Organic | Sunrise Food International
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Product import on ship basis, carrying out all customs procedures from beginning of the loading to its arrival. Maintaining all import processes, identifying and minimizing risks. Controlling and completing documentation process for smooth operation.
- Carried out free zone procedures and operations.
- Importing products on a truck basis from different locations by road and carrying out all import processes such as all permits, document procurement, and analysis.
- Making intercompany sales and cost calculations.
- Ensured compliance with customs regulations, minimizing fines and penalties associated with noncompliance.
- Streamlined import processes by implementing effective tracking and documentation systems.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for duty drawback claims.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of trade laws, applying changes as needed to keep operations compliant with current requirements.
- Managed relationships with customs brokers, resulting in expedited clearance of shipments.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating across departments to share information and streamline workflows.
Foreign Trade Specialist
Ata Holding, Fasdat Gıda A.Ş
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Carried out A to Z supply & export operations of Tab Gıda restaurants (Burger King, Popeyes, Arby's, Usta Dönerci, Usta Pideci) from abroad.
- Taking orders from abroad, inventory control regarding to needs, following up product supply processes.
- Planning export delivery schedule depending on the urgency. Maintaining strong communication with warehouses.
- Completing export documentation process, applying for relevant certificates. Maintaining smooth communication with customs and following up on export operations.
- Reduced shipment delays through meticulous documentation and proactive communication with carriers.
- Managed all aspects of export operations, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction.
Import Specialist
Trend Fuarcılık Tanıtım Org. Ltd. Sti
Istanbul, Istanbul
09.2017 - 04.2021
- Managing import operation processes; invoices, deadline controls, transportation planning, document procurement and compliance control for imported products, completing customs procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with international suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
Communications Representative
Trend Fuarcılık Tanıtım Org. Ltd. Sti
07.2015 - 09.2017
- The main responsibilities of this position are to ensure and direct coordination between units, to shape and support the time/supply planning of import and manufacturing order processes. To plan and coordinate social media management and graphic works. To represent the company by carrying out the sponsorship activities of the annual sectoral fair in coordination with the agency and the team.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Design And Management
Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey 04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree - Intercultural Communication
Adam Mickiewicz University
Poznan, Poland 04.2001 -
Skills
Import & Export Operations
Import & Export Management
Trade Compliance
Insurance Procedures
Shipment Scheduling
Incoterms Knowledge
Multitasking
Effective Communication
Certification
[Foreign Trade Training Program], [Nette Kariyer]
Hobbies
Drawing & Illustrations, Street Photography
Timeline
Import Specialist
Dia Organic | Sunrise Food International
10.2022 - 02.2024
Foreign Trade Specialist
Ata Holding, Fasdat Gıda A.Ş
04.2021 - 09.2022
[Foreign Trade Training Program], [Nette Kariyer]
02-2021
Import Specialist
Trend Fuarcılık Tanıtım Org. Ltd. Sti
09.2017 - 04.2021
Communications Representative
Trend Fuarcılık Tanıtım Org. Ltd. Sti
07.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Communication Design And Management
Anadolu University
04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree - Intercultural Communication
Adam Mickiewicz University
04.2001 -
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