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Fikret Sokullu
Managing Director
Pendik
Summary
Accomplished Managing Director with a proven track record at NORD Drivesystems Gmbh, excelling in business development and client relationships. Spearheaded initiatives that consistently drove revenue growth, leveraging skills in strategic planning and team building. Demonstrated expertise in negotiations and mentoring, achieving significant improvements in productivity and performance metrics. Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in power transmisson systems.. Dedicated drive systems( gear units, geared motors, variable frequency inverters ) professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Managing Director
NORD Drivesystems Gmbh
03.2017 - Current
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Key Account Manager
Siemens - Flender
07.2010 - 03.2017
- Conducted regular account reviews with clients to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and strategize future growth opportunities.
- Analyzed sales and customer data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profitability.
- Analyzed market trends, identifying opportunities for expanding product offerings within key accounts.
- Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and effective problemsolving.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships to drive business growth.
- Created sales forecasts to target daily, monthly and yearly objectives.
Regional Sales Manager
SEW-Eurodrive
05.2000 - 03.2010
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
- Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues, and providing exceptional service.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
İstanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey 1992.09 - 1997.07
Skills
Sales Leadership
Software
Advanced MS office apps
SAP
CRM
Languages
Turkish, Serbian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Managing Director
NORD Drivesystems Gmbh
03.2017 - Current
Key Account Manager
Siemens - Flender
07.2010 - 03.2017
Regional Sales Manager
SEW-Eurodrive
05.2000 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
İstanbul Technical University
1992.09 - 1997.07