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İbrahim Yiğit Ovacık
Entrepreneur
Istanbul,34
Summary
Seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record in business management and customer relations, notably at Civitas İstanbul. Excelled in building brand loyalty, enhancing sales performance, and negotiating cost reductions. Skilled in business development and communication, adept at driving growth and improving team efficiency. Achievements include significant repeat business and innovative cost-saving strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner
Civitas İstanbul
İstanbul, Istanbul
02.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Most importantly, I have experienced every stage of building a brand. (Targeting middle and high-income levels.)
Owner
Folks Kitchen & Cocktail
Istanbul, Istanbul
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Managing all processes and marketing for a brand that includes three third-wave coffee shops and a 100-seat cocktail bar with kitchen.
- Implemented effective inventory management systems to minimize waste and control food costs.
- Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
- Effectively managed payroll responsibilities while adhering to budgetary constraints, promoting cost-effective staffing practices across all shifts.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Sales Specialist
Ticimax Bilişim Teknolojileri
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
- To make more sales each month than the previous one.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yeditepe University
Istanbul, Turkey 10.2013 - 09.2018
Skills
Business management
Customer relations
Labor relations
Budget administration
Communication Skills
Technology Tracking
Business marketing
Sales management
Business development
Staff management
Business planning
Negotiation
Interests
Science
History
Travelling
Tennis
Timeline
Owner
Civitas İstanbul
02.2022 - Current
Owner
Folks Kitchen & Cocktail
06.2020 - 12.2021
Sales Specialist
Ticimax Bilişim Teknolojileri
07.2019 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Yeditepe University
10.2013 - 09.2018