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Lutfiye Deniz Zoroglu

Istanbul

Summary

10+ years of experience in Consumer Goods and Market Research with a strong background in business development, cross-functional project leadership, and strategic consulting for high-impact results. Known for analytical rigor, stakeholder management, and a hands-on approach to driving growth and operational excellence in complex environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Senior Manager

NielsenIQ
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute strategic growth plans for SMB clients, consistently surpassing revenue targets and increasing customer satisfaction through streamlined processes and timely deliveries
  • Secured a portfolio valued at approximately $1.5 million, encompassing both local and global FMCG clients, leveraging consultation expertise to drive their growth while consistently exceeding company sales targets. Successfully onboarded more than 30 new clients in the first half of 2024, contributing significantly to business expansion.
  • Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices

Commercial Business Partner

NielsenIQ
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of local and global clients across various sectors within the FMCG industry, with a total value exceeding $1.5 million, ensuring consistent revenue growth and high client satisfaction through tailored strategies and proactive account management.
  • Engaged in consultative selling with senior executives, leveraging market insights to secure high-value accounts and drive sustainable business growth

Data Analytics and Account Management

Nielsen
07.2011 - 07.2021

Various Positions

  • Utilized advanced data analytics to drive strategic insights and support decision-making processes, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty across a diverse portfolio. Responsible for managing key accounts, ensuring optimal service delivery and proactively identifying growth opportunities. Collaborated closely with clients to understand business needs, tailor solutions, and deliver actionable insights, leading to significant revenue growth and improved customer retention.

Education

MBA -

Istanbul Bilgi University
Istanbul, Turkey

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Sabanci University
Istanbul

Skills

  • Stakeholder Management & Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning and Solution Delivery
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
  • Adaptability and Resilience
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Data Analytics
  • Market Analysis
  • Market Research

Accomplishments

  • Successfully led a team to deliver a $1M+ revenue growth project, achieving 110% of target goals by optimizing sales processes and enhancing client communication.
  • Recognized for resilience and a hands-on approach, maintained high client satisfaction and retention rates by proactively addressing complex client challenges.

Languages

Turkish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Sofware Skills

Technical Skills

  • Data Analysis & Visualization: Power BI (Advanced), Tableau (Proficient), Excel (Advanced)
  • CRM & Account Management: Salesforce (Proficient), Microsoft Dynamics (Advanced)
  • Other: Nitro (Advanced), NIQ Discover (Advanced)

Timeline

Business Development Senior Manager

NielsenIQ
08.2022 - 06.2024

Commercial Business Partner

NielsenIQ
07.2021 - 08.2022

Data Analytics and Account Management

Nielsen
07.2011 - 07.2021

MBA -

Istanbul Bilgi University

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Sabanci University
Lutfiye Deniz Zoroglu