SAP
Cem Ozan SARI
Sales Coordinator
Istanbul,Turkey
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at CALIK DENIM, excelling in yarn & fabric development and fostering customer relations. Spearheaded innovative sales strategies and market research, leading to significant business growth. Expert in team building, seamlessly integrating cross-functional teams to exceed objectives. Skilled in driving product development from concept to commercialization, ensuring alignment with market needs and sustainability goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Sales Coordinator
CALIK DENIM
06.2024 - Current
- Served as a liaison between internal departments such as production, logistics, finance, ensuring seamless end-to-end management of client accounts.
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
- Supported sales team members in achieving individual goals and targets through coaching, mentoring, and guidance.
- Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Product Development Coordinator
CALIK DENIM
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including production, purchasing, marketing, to align fabric development with broader company goals.
- Played a leading role in the decision-making process for new collection products, considering market needs and customer expectations to turn conceptual ideas into commercialized products.
- Optimizing material and products for reliable and cost-effective production.
- Led the Product Development team, managing performance, organizing work schedules, coaching, training, and making decisions on new team member recruitment.
- Engaged with customers to understand their expectations and address their needs.
- Collaborated with the sales team to gather feedback about different markets and customer preferences.
- Implemented new sustainable methods in production to reduce environmental impact.
Product Development Manager
CALIK DENIM
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted research on emerging trends, innovative fibers, dyes, finishes, and technologies to develop new fabrics by working closely with weaving, dying and finishing teams to convert ideas into tangible samples.
- Continuously seek ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the denim development process through technology adoption, skill enhancement, and process optimization.
- Established connections with customers, managing projects to ensure suitable products were presented according to brand needs.
- Worked with raw material suppliers to source innovative and high-quality fibers, dyes, and chemicals
- Incorporated sustainable and eco-friendly projects in fabric development, promoting the use of non-toxic dyes and water saving techniques.
- Trained junior engineers and other team members on best practices, innovations, and new technologies in denim fabric development.
R&D and Product Development Engineer
CALIK DENIM
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Managed complete product development cycle from initial fabric selection till sample development and approval process at all stages.
- Studied market trends and consumer preferences to identify opportunities for new denim products and guide the design process accordingly.
- Managed the development process to meet project timelines and milestones.
- Ensured the fabric meets requirements such as texture, color, and appearance, which align with the customers’ preferences.
- Prepared and presented reports on development progress.
- Maintained detailed records of fabric specifications, development processes, test results, and any modifications made during the development cycle.
- Ensured that all developed fabrics comply with industry regulations and standards.
- Implemented quality control procedures throughout the development process to ensure consistency and adherence to specifications.
R&D Product Development Executive
CALIK HOLDING TURKMENBASHY JEANS COMPLEX
08.2010 - 01.2013
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of all production steps from designing to finishing for jeans garments.
- Gained expertise in sewing, washing, and fashioning (dry processes) denim garments.
- Improved production and quality rates in cutting and sewing departments.
- Served as account manager for River Island, inspecting all production processes and final products to ensure compliance with the brand’s requirements and vendor manuals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Textile Engineering
SULEYMAN DEMIREL UNIVERSITY
Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Yarn & Fabric development
Customer communication
Sales strategies
Market research
Customer relations
Team building
Software
Microsoft Office Programs
Timeline
Sales Coordinator
CALIK DENIM
06.2024 - Current
Product Development Coordinator
CALIK DENIM
01.2022 - 05.2024
Product Development Manager
CALIK DENIM
01.2019 - 12.2021
R&D and Product Development Engineer
CALIK DENIM
02.2013 - 12.2018
R&D Product Development Executive
CALIK HOLDING TURKMENBASHY JEANS COMPLEX
08.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Textile Engineering
SULEYMAN DEMIREL UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -