Canpolat Kiraz
İnternational Sales Manager
Istanbul,34
Summary
Accomplished International Sales Manager with a successful record at Derimod , adept in market analysis and business development. Successfully expanded global presence, managing sales across 10+ markets and significantly boosting international sales through strategic partnerships and logistics coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
İnternational Sales Manager
Derimod
01.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded global expansion efforts by conducting market research, establishing strategic partnerships, and overseeing international sales efforts.
- Assisted in store opening store and closing procedures
- Led international expansion efforts, establishing global presence for organization.
- Managed budget allocation for international sales initiatives, allocating resources effectively across various projects.
- Oversaw international sales in 18+ different markets.(Mena, CIS, Balkans)
- Increased international sales by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with distributors and clients.
- Played key role in expanding global market presence through effective coordination of international sales efforts.
- Supported company executives in developing long-term strategies for international expansion and growth.
- Coordinated international expansion efforts by establishing partnerships with global distributors, increasing brand presence overseas.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for business expansion
- Collaborated with Regional Sales Managers to make strategic sales decisions
- Traveled Mena, Balkans to CIS to reach customers in international markets.
İnternational Area Manager
Derimod
05.2017 - 01.2022
- More than 50 store opening and closing processes were managed.
- While managing operations in Russia, Iran and Saudi Arabia, I spent long periods of time in these countries.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Managed one on one visual merchandising operations together with relevant country's teams.
Store Manager
Derimod
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Managed stores in 4 different segments in different regions of Turkey.
- Support was provided to new stores opened in different provinces
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of store, maintaining clean, safe environment for customers and employees
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures
Sales Consultant
Derimod
04.2008 - 05.2014
Education
Associate Degree - Retail Sales And Store Management
Anadolu University
Türkiye 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Florya Tevfik Ercan
Türkiye 01.2001 - 01.2004
Skills
- Market Analysis
- Logistics Coordination
- Prospecting
- International Travel
- Growth Strategies
- Business Development
- Business Forecasting
- Country launch
- Operations Management
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Russian
Beginner
A1
Hobbies
Semi-amateur concerts with musician friends, playing different instruments at home.
Timeline
İnternational Sales Manager
Derimod
01.2022 - Current
İnternational Area Manager
Derimod
05.2017 - 01.2022
Store Manager
Derimod
05.2014 - 04.2017
Sales Consultant
Derimod
04.2008 - 05.2014
Associate Degree - Retail Sales And Store Management
Anadolu University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Florya Tevfik Ercan
01.2001 - 01.2004