KAMRAN SHAHBAZ
International Trade & Operations Manager
Istanbul
Summary
International Trade & Operations Manager with 10+ years of experience in global trade, export management, logistics, finance, and supply chain operations. Proven expertise in managing international business activities across 90+ countries and coordinating export operations exceeding USD 20 million annually. Strong background in distributor development, international negotiations, trade finance, customs compliance, and multinational logistics management. Recognized for building long-term business partnerships, optimizing operational processes, and successfully expanding international markets across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and CIS countries.
Overview
4
4
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
International Trade & Operations Manager
MANNOL OTOMOTIV MADENİ YAĞ İTHALAT İHRACAT VE DIŞ TİCARET LTD. ŞTİ.
01.2021 - Current
- Leading international trade, logistics, finance, and commercial operations across global markets.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Managing end-to-end export and import operations
- Coordinating international logistics and customs processes
- Supervising international payments, banking operations, and trade finance activities
- Negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with international partners
- Managing distributor, supplier, and freight forwarder relationships
- Controlling profitability, logistics costs, and operational performance
- Ensuring compliance with international trade regulations
- Supporting global market expansion initiatives
- Key Achievements:
- Managed export operations covering 90+ countries worldwide
- Coordinated annual export turnover exceeding USD 20 million
- Developed and maintained international distributor networks across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, and CIS countries
- Led complex international logistics projects involving multimodal transportation
- Improved operational efficiency through process optimization and supply chain coordination
Deputy Operations Manager
KUBERA ASIA GIDA MAD. TURZ. İTH. İHR. SAN. VE TİC. LTD. ŞTİ.
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed operational and commercial activities
- Coordinated logistics and supplier relations
- Supported import/export operations
- Assisted in financial planning and reporting
Export Marketing Specialist
ATILGAN OTOMOTIV
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed export markets and customer portfolios
- Managed international customer relations
- Conducted market research and sales activities
International Sales Representative
TEK OTO OTOMOTIV – SMARTTECH
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Managed overseas customer accounts
- Developed export opportunities
- Prepared commercial offers and quotations
Foreign Market Development Specialist
ARMANA TEKSTIL (SIMYE TEKSTIL)
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed international markets and sales channels
- Managed export transactions
- Built long-term customer relationships
Legal Assistant
LAW OFFICE
04.2014 - 03.2015
Court Clerk
ECONOMIC COURT OF CRIMEA
09.2013 - 03.2014
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M.) -
Odessa National University
UKRAINEBachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Kharkiv National University of Economics
UKRAINESkills
Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Microsoft Excel
International Trade Documentation
Financial Analysis & Reporting
Customs Procedures
Contract negotiation
Supplier relationship management
Freight forwarding
Profitability analysis
Operational performance
Market expansion
Export operations
International payments
Supply chain coordination
Process optimization
Distributor network development
Multimodal transportation
Market research
Sales strategy
Customer account management
Financial reporting
Commercial agreements
Operational oversight
Cross-cultural communication
Problem-solving
Team leadership
Operations management
Customer service
Operations monitoring
Operational efficiency
Decision-making
Employee relations and conflict resolution
Planning and implementation
Staff training
Staff management
Inventory management
Management
Project management
Operations oversight
Policies and procedures implementation
Performance monitoring
Employee motivation
Staff development
Customer relationship management
MS office
Maintaining compliance
Goal setting
Interpersonal communication
Client relationships
Inventory control
Workflow optimization
Strategic planning
Project management abilities
Client relations
Workforce management
Performance management
Process improvements
CORE COMPETENCIES
- International Trade Management
- Export & Import Operations
- Global Logistics Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Trade Finance & Banking Operations
- International Contract Negotiation
- Distributor Network Development
- Customs & Regulatory Compliance
- Commercial Operations
- Business Development
- Market Expansion Strategies
- Budget Planning & Cost Control
- Risk Management
- Cross-functional Leadership
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- 10+ Years of International Business Experience
- 90+ Countries Covered
- USD 20M+ Annual Export Operations
- Global Distributor Network Development
- International Logistics & Trade Expertise
- Legal and Business Education Background
Timeline
International Trade & Operations Manager
MANNOL OTOMOTIV MADENİ YAĞ İTHALAT İHRACAT VE DIŞ TİCARET LTD. ŞTİ.
01.2021 - Current
Deputy Operations Manager
KUBERA ASIA GIDA MAD. TURZ. İTH. İHR. SAN. VE TİC. LTD. ŞTİ.
04.2020 - 01.2021
Export Marketing Specialist
ATILGAN OTOMOTIV
09.2019 - 04.2020
International Sales Representative
TEK OTO OTOMOTIV – SMARTTECH
01.2019 - 07.2019
Foreign Market Development Specialist
ARMANA TEKSTIL (SIMYE TEKSTIL)
11.2016 - 11.2018
Legal Assistant
LAW OFFICE
04.2014 - 03.2015
Court Clerk
ECONOMIC COURT OF CRIMEA
09.2013 - 03.2014
Master of Laws (LL.M.) -
Odessa National University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Kharkiv National University of Economics