Horseback Riding
Gözde Sarıgülle Solak
Istanbul
Summary
Dynamic sales leader with extensive experience at Zorlu Energy Solutions, driving EV charging network expansion and achieving sales targets. Proven expertise in team management and customer engagement, fostering strategic partnerships to enhance brand awareness. Skilled in operational efficiency and performance monitoring, contributing to significant growth in competitive markets.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Group Sales Manager
Zorlu Energy Solutions (ZES)
Istanbul, Istanbul
2023.11 - 2025.03
- Management of sales operations across all regions of Turkey: Marmara, Aegean, Mediterranean, Central Anatolia, Black Sea, Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia.
- Restructuring of sales support processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Oversight of a 30-member team including regional managers, sales support teams, and specialists.
- Development of strategic partnerships with major shopping mall groups and retail chains, contributing to nationwide EV charging expansion.
- Establishment of performance monitoring and reporting systems, ensuring alignment with company growth strategy.
Marmara Regional Sales Manager
Zorlu Energy Solutions (ZES)
2021.12 - 2023.10
- Management of sales operations across 11 provinces in the Marmara Region
- - Implementation of EV charger installations in 35 cities through the Metro Cash & Carry agreement.
- Establishment of agreements with major mall investors including Esas Holding, Akiş GYO, Gülaylar Group, and Sur Yapı.
- Management of a 5-person sales team and achievement of sales targets.
- Expansion of EV charging network in shopping malls and high-traffic retail locations.
Re-Leasing Manager
JLL Turkey
2015.03 - 2021.11
- Execution of re-leasing processes across multiple shopping malls.
- Management of commercial performance, client relations, and budget control.
- Negotiation of lease renewals, relocations, and refurbishment processes.
- Development of strategies to maximize client ROI and long-term occupancy rates.
Asset Manager
Turkmall
2014.01 - 2015.02
- Management of commercial activities of shopping centers.
- Development of marketing and leasing structures for pre- and post-opening phases.
- Oversight of leasing operations, tenant relations, and financial reporting.
Shopping Center Manager
Erdem Holding – Dolphin Shopping Mall
2009.09 - 2013.12
- Management of all shopping mall operations including leasing, marketing, technical and administrative teams.
- Preparation of annual budgets, monitoring of income/expenses, and reporting to senior management.
- Execution of re-leasing operations and tenant mix strategy.
- Organization of weekly, monthly, and yearly management meetings.
Marketing & PR Manager
Corio Turkey – Ada Shopping Mall
2007.10 - 2009.08
- Coordination of public relations and marketing communications.
- Development of media relations strategy, ensuring visibility in press and broadcast.
- Organization of events and campaigns to increase mall footfall.
Call Center Sales Representative
Yapı Kredi Bank
2002.09 - 2006.03
- Promotion and facilitation of loans, investment funds, and other banking products through outbound and inbound calls.
- Support in matching customer needs with suitable financial products.
- Contribution to the achievement of sales targets and customer satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Public Relations
Istanbul Kultur University
Istanbul 2002-06
Skills
Target setting
Customer service
Customer engagement
Brand awareness
Team Management
Communication
Human Relations
Leadership
Management
Organizational
Time Management
Interests
Pilates
Running
Travel
Timeline
Group Sales Manager
Zorlu Energy Solutions (ZES)
2023.11 - 2025.03
Marmara Regional Sales Manager
Zorlu Energy Solutions (ZES)
2021.12 - 2023.10
Re-Leasing Manager
JLL Turkey
2015.03 - 2021.11
Asset Manager
Turkmall
2014.01 - 2015.02
Shopping Center Manager
Erdem Holding – Dolphin Shopping Mall
2009.09 - 2013.12
Marketing & PR Manager
Corio Turkey – Ada Shopping Mall
2007.10 - 2009.08
Call Center Sales Representative
Yapı Kredi Bank
2002.09 - 2006.03
Some College (No Degree) - Public Relations
Istanbul Kultur University