BUGRAHAN OZKESER
Commercial Director
Izmir
Summary
Dynamic commercial leader with extensive experience in export and domestic markets, specializing in industrial and water technologies. Proven success in establishing dealer networks from inception, along with a strong track record of building and managing high-performing sales teams while overseeing full P&L responsibilities. Hands-on expertise in country-level management, international business development, and strategic marketing, including participation in global trade fairs. Eager to leverage leadership skills in growth-oriented organizations that value innovation and strategic expansion.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
SALES MANAGER
EBARA Corporation - Vansan Unit
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed export operations across 80+ countries with $40M annual turnover.
- Led distributor development and regional expansion in EMEA, Asia, and Latin America.
- Directed a multi-functional team and took full P&L ownership for the export division.
- Strengthened key partnerships and secured high-value international contracts.
COUNTRY DIRECTOR
C.R.I. Fluid Systems
10.2005 - 04.2023
- Led the Turkish operations of a global pump and fluid technologies company, overseeing all commercial, operational, and strategic functions.
- Held full P&L responsibility while managing national sales teams, channel partners, and after-sales operations.
- Strengthened program effectiveness by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Promoted internally from Sales Executive to Assistant General Manager, and then to Country Director, based on consistent performance and leadership impact.
Education
B.A. - Economics
C.B.U
Izmir, 3508.2003
LEADERSHIP & CORE SKILLS
- P&L & Strategic Leadership
- International Sales & Business Development
- Distributor / Dealer Network Expansion
- Market Entry Strategy & Growth Execution
- Trade Compliance & Export Regulations
- Pricing & Margin Optimization
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- CRM Tools (Salesforce, Zoho, Dynamics)
Volunteering
Board Member , ZİÇEV – Foundation for the Training and Protection of Mentally Handicapped Children
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
SALES MANAGER
EBARA Corporation - Vansan Unit
04.2023 - 06.2025
COUNTRY DIRECTOR
C.R.I. Fluid Systems
10.2005 - 04.2023
B.A. - Economics
C.B.U