Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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MERVE  AKPEK

MERVE AKPEK

Izmir

Summary

Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Akpek Textile
Izmir
12.2016 - Current

Akpek Textile was originally established in 1985 and has experienced continuous growth since that time. Following my tenure at two international companies, I assumed leadership of the organization in late 2016 due to personal circumstances marked my entry as a third-generation leader. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in overseeing budgeting and business management, which has enabled me to develop policies that benefit the organization. This has included engaging in meetings with target customers to negotiate superior service and to manage daily operations related to product demands.I have actively participated in national and international trade fairs to stay informed about current global trends. Concurrently, I have ensured the establishment of an efficient team dedicated to maintaining effective communication with our stakeholders through various channels. Through years of experience, I have developed strategic plans aimed at increasing profitability, managed the complete ordering process, arranged production schedules, and analyzed the global market landscape. My motivation for leadership, combined with my commitment to mentoring newly hired employees, has allowed me to impart valuable knowledge for the benefit of the company. I believe that my journey reflects a robust synthesis of my past experiences as an employee and my current responsibilities as both a team leader and the owner of the company.

Export Sales Coordinator

Polisan Home Cosmetics
Istanbul
01.2012 - 11.2016
  • Organized trade shows or other events aimed at promoting the company's products abroad.
  • Planned and coordinated export sales activities, including product pricing strategies, order processing and customer service.
  • Assisted in developing international distribution networks for the company's products.
  • Generated reports detailing export sales performance against established goals or objectives.
  • Provided technical support to overseas customers regarding installation or operation of the company's products.

Export Specialist

Keskinoglu
Izmir
10.2009 - 01.2012
  • Ensured that all shipments comply with applicable government regulations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Supported the development of marketing materials targeted at international customers.
  • Organized promotional events at overseas trade shows to promote company's products.
  • Analyzed data related to cost, competitors, pricing, sales volume.
  • Coordinated with freight forwarders for timely shipment of goods.

Education

Language Certification - Spanish

Universitat Politecnica De Valencia
Valencia
01-2024

Certification Program - Supply Chain Fundamentals

Massachusetts Institute Technology
Massachusetts
08-2024

Master of Arts - Teacher Education

İzmir Demokrasi University
Izmir, 35
06-2018

Bachelor of Science - American And English Literature

Başkent University
06-2009

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Marketing tactics
  • Budget Administration
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Labor Relations
  • Product branding
  • Strategic project planning
  • Customer Relations
  • Business and Budget Development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Cost Reduction
  • Partnership Development
  • Employee Development
  • Business Planning
  • Human Resources
  • Team Oversight

Languages

Turkish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Elementary
A2
Spanish
Beginner
A1

Certification

Foreign Trade Expertise Certificate Program 2015

Tömer Language Certificate C1 Level 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Owner

Akpek Textile
12.2016 - Current

Export Sales Coordinator

Polisan Home Cosmetics
01.2012 - 11.2016

Export Specialist

Keskinoglu
10.2009 - 01.2012

Language Certification - Spanish

Universitat Politecnica De Valencia

Certification Program - Supply Chain Fundamentals

Massachusetts Institute Technology

Master of Arts - Teacher Education

İzmir Demokrasi University

Bachelor of Science - American And English Literature

Başkent University
MERVE AKPEK