Fırat Öztürk

- Spearheaded the management of sales revenues, achieving $10M in 2021 and $13M in 2022.

- Effectively maintained and expanded relationships with a portfolio of over 70 clients, including international businesses.

- Led and mentored an import operations team of 9 members, focusing on compliance, logistics efficiency, and process enhancement.

- Led the procurement of forestry products, negotiating contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.

- Developed and implemented procurement strategies that reduced costs by 15% and improved supply chain efficiency.

- Streamlined procurement processes, resulting in a 10% reduction in lead times for critical materials.

- Conducted market analysis to identify new suppliers, successfully diversifying the supply base and mitigating risks.

- Supervised a team of 5, overseeing both import and export operations.

- Served as an IT liaison for the EMEA region, regularly attending strategic meetings in Hamburg.

- Managed a diverse client portfolio of 250 customers, comprising 200 domestic and 50 international clients.

- Compiled and presented monthly financial reports, including income and expense summaries, to the General Manager.

- Managed procurement activities for shipping and logistics services, ensuring cost-effective purchasing aligned with operational needs.

- Negotiated vendor contracts, leading to a 12% reduction in procurement costs while maintaining high service quality.