Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
Assisted in developing pricing strategies that maximized profits while meeting customer expectations.
Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
Head of Procurement & Sales
Primestrap Endustriyel Ambalaj A.S.
Istanbul
11.2018 - 04.2024
Researched and evaluated international new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations
Acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs and negotiated best pricing and terms
Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations
Developed relationships with clients and potential clients to improve business and profitability growth
Negotiated with companies to achieve advantageous deals for the company
Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio and created customer loyalty with customized products and packaging
Contributed 30-40% to the company revenue by finding new customers in Italy, France, United States, India and UAE
Equity Research Analyst
Denizbank Yatirim A.S. (Emirates NBD)
Istanbul
06.2018 - 11.2018
Created financial models annually for buy and sell recommendations with Financial Modelling
Analyzed information to determine viability and rebalance portfolio
Developed spreadsheet models for diverse projects and analysis
Tracked prices, yields and other trends to correctly interpret impacts on investment programs
Cluster Financial Analyst
Alstom Transport AS
Paris
06.2017 - 06.2018
Provided in-depth qualitative analysis of financial results of income statement, CF and BS
Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis
Analyzed financial information related to payroll, capital projects, operating expenses, professional service contracts and office supplies and equipment to examine budget needs
Senior Budgeting and Reporting Associate
COMDATA S.R.L (The Carlyle Group Company)
Istanbul
07.2016 - 06.2017
Orchestrated client-centered financial packages factoring in current market trends
Prepared special studies, analysis and recommendations in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans and statistical reports
Retrieved and organized data into required reporting formats to provide basis for comparison and evaluation
Prepared reports analyzing specific aspects of department structures, functions and operational procedures and recommended ways to improve productivity
Analyzed records of present and past operations, trends and costs and estimated and realized revenues to project future revenues and expenses
Firm Partner
Confeda Danışmanlık Ltd.
Istanbul
01.2016 - 06.2016
Established key procedures for teams preparing documentation, models and presentations
Met and collaborated with existing and prospective clients to ascertain financial goals and provide recommendations on investment solutions
Contacted potential clients to pursue sales and gather funds
Met with clients to generate new business and negotiate contracts
Financial Analyst Manager
Globalturk Capital
Istanbul
02.2015 - 12.2015
Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability and expense forecasts
Evaluated investment potential of companies with thorough assessments of historical data, operational activities and future objectives
Orchestrated client-centered financial packages factoring in current market trends
Developed and deepened client relationships to cement profitable partnerships
Determined pricing, margins and risk factors for active and proposed projects
Collected data from other divisions to support quarterly forecasts
Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security
Senior Audit Associate
EY
Istanbul
05.2012 - 07.2014
Assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies and recommending critical changes
Delegated work to team members and student interns to share workload and continue meeting audit goals
Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations
Collaborated with clients' management teams to collect audit information and recommend strategic business improvements
Managed strong client relationships to deliver exceptional service and maintain repeat business
Resigned Due to Mandatory Military Duty
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Salford
Manchester, UK
01.2010
BBA - International Finance
Istanbul Bilgi University
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2011
Skills
Category management
Performance Improvement
Price Negotiation
Vendor Management
Market Analysis
Data Analysis
Relationship Development
Strategic Partnerships
Certification
Certified Capital Markets Investment Analyst Lvl 3, 03/01/18
Sales Manager – Bancassurance & Direct Sales at Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik A.Ş.Sales Manager – Bancassurance & Direct Sales at Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik A.Ş.