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Oguz Candevir

Oguz Candevir

Senior Sales & Marketing And Business Development @ Company | Driving Business Growth And Innovation
İstanbul

Summary

In my professional business career, I have primarily worked in various positions such as Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Strategic Planning, and Unit or Regional Management at international companies.

At the companies I have worked for, I have had the opportunity to acquire many customers from both the private and public sectors and to carry out projects with them. I have worked with these customers on my own, with my team, or through dealers or business partners. This has given me experience in creating new customers and managing existing ones, team and dealer management, business development in horizontal and vertical segments, and planning strategies for the company's future roadmap.

I have also gained experience in creating sales budgets and sales growth forecasts, setting sales targets and sales strategies, managing relevant departments, and creating new business opportunities, markets, and business partnerships.

I am passionate about new technologies, sustainable business practices, and efficiency, and I am constantly seeking ways to integrate innovation into traditional industries.

Thanks to these qualifications, I have had the opportunity to gain experience in various sectors such as Logistics, Energy, Automotive, and Textiles, in addition to the Information Technology and Telecommunications sectors.

I thrive in environments that priorities innovative thinking and forward-thinking strategies aimed at creating value in the medium and long term.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Sales & Marketing and Business Development

Self-employeed
Istanbul, Istanbul
01.2016 - Current

I have developed and managed innovative projects that increase efficiency and safety in various sectors.

  • I developed Gözcü, a patented IoT (Internet of Things) solution that increases production efficiency by analyzing processes. A productivity increase of between 5% and 45% can be achieved.
  • I participated in the Smart Box smart home system initiative, which optimizes electricity consumption and reduces energy costs for users.
  • At the Ford Automotive Gölcük factory, I implemented a safe driving system that significantly reduces the risk of accidents related to vehicle movement in factory environments. It has been used in over 1000 vehicles and continues to be used today.

Passionate about new technologies, sustainable business practices and efficiency, I continuously seek ways to integrate innovation into traditional sectors.

Skills: Management · Business Development · Sales · Business Strategy · Creativity and Innovation

Business Development & Strategic Planning Director

GPS-Buddy Int.
Istanbul, Istanbul
01.2014 - 10.2015

GPS-Buddy is a pioneer in the field of fleet management systems. The company was established in 2003. It has since grown to become an international and flourishing organization operating in 22 different countries, which in the meantime has accumulated years of experience in the field of fleet management systems. GPS-Buddy has over 1,600 business customers who together operate more than 36,000 vehicles fitted with own systems.

I played a pivotal role in driving GPS-Buddy's strategic growth in Turkey, achieving remarkable results.

  • Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough market analysis and establishing key local partnerships.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Restructured contracts with partners, enhancing collaboration and service delivery.
  • Revolutionized customer service protocols, significantly improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Organized comprehensive after-sales support services, increasing customer retention and satisfaction.

Skills: Directors · Business Strategy · New Business Development · Organizational Development

Deputy of General Manager

OMC Communication & Advertising Services
Istanbul, Istanbul
09.2011 - 12.2014

I successfully led initiatives that strengthened OMC Communication Services' market position and client satisfaction.

  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs for telecom clients, enhancing profitability.
  • Cultivated partnerships with key industry players, including Termikel and Ipera, to expand service offerings.
  • Enhanced brand visibility through effective marketing communication solutions tailored for diverse clients.

Skills: Management · Strategic Partnerships · Partner Relationship Management · Sales Operations

Senior Sales Specialist

IBM Global Business Services
Istanbul, Istanbul
02.2010 - 06.2011

International Business Machines (IBM) is an American multinational technology and consulting firm headquartered in Armonk, New York. IBM manufactures and sells computer

hardware and software, and it offers infrastructure, hosting and consulting services in areas ranging from mainframe computers to nanotechnology.

I effectively led initiatives that strengthened IBM's market position in telecommunications and finance.

  • Established a groundbreaking partnership between IBM and Huawei, enhancing our service portfolio.
  • Drove the sales processes from opportunity identification to order signing, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Developed strong relationships with solutions partners, boosting collaboration and innovation in service delivery.

Skills: Partnerships · Direct Sales · Partner Relationship Management

Sales Manager

CPG Telecommunication–Premium Partner of ERICSSON
Ankara, Ankara
03.2007 - 01.2010

CPG provides value added integrated voice, video and data solutions to the customers via global business partners’ products and its solutions. Our partners are world-leading companies such as Ericsson Enterprise AB, Ericsson Network Technologies AB, Mitel Networks Limited, Ascom Group, Cep NETWORK, Siemens NETWORK, Comsat GMBH, Diavox Technologies Inc. etc.

CPG is providing services over 250 enterprise customers through its Istanbul Headquarters and Ankara & Algeria Regional offices.

I led the sales teams in Ankara and Istanbul, fostering collaboration and achieving sales targets.

  • I have demonstrated success in increasing sales and managing important projects. As a result, a decision was made to expand into the international market.
  • I established a partnership with a Turkmenistan company, significantly expanding our market reach.
  • I managed sales operations across Ankara, Istanbul, and CIS countries, focusing on enterprise and public sector clients.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with system integrators to enhancing market presence.

Skills: International Sales · International Relations · Project Management · Leadership · Partnership-building

Sales Manager

3Com Networks Int.
Ankara, Ankara
03.2004 - 02.2007

3Com is a leading global provider of enterprise and small-business networking solutions that help organizations achieve their business and networking objectives, based in Massachusetts, U.S.A. 3Com’s mission is to provide customers worldwide with high-quality, low-cost networking infrastructure solutions that enable the convergence of applications and emerging technologies into the network.

At 3Com, I played a pivotal role in driving sales growth and brand development in Ankara. By implementing targeted marketing strategies and fostering strong relationships with customers and distributors, I significantly increased market share and revenue. My efforts led to the successful acquisition of 18 projects and the establishment of new partnerships, positioning 3Com in Ankara as a leader in the networking solutions market.

  • A Success Story: Increased 3Com's market share in Ankara from $200,000 to $3,500,000 within two years. New 4 integrator became 3Com partners.

Skills: Channel Relationship Management · Public Sector · Channel Strategy · Tender Development · Brand Development · Channel Partner Development

Regional Head

Borusan Telekom
Ankara, Ankara
01.2002 - 03.2004

In my role at Borusan Telekom, I focused on building strong relationships with key stakeholders in both the enterprise and public sectors. I successfully managed major accounts, delivering innovative technology solutions that led to Turkey's first Long-Distance Education project. I delivered monthly seminars on cutting-edge IT technologies to enterprise IT managers.

  • A Success Story: Istanbul Technical University UZEM Project. This project was Long Distance Education project that consist of Cisco networking products, Polycom Video Conferencing equipment, IBM education software. First Long-Distance Education project in Turkey.
  • A Success Story: Turk Telecom video conferencing project. Support to Ministry of Education & Turk Telecom partnership project that was name “Internet for every school”.

Skills: Presales Technical Support · New Business Development · Conference Speaking · Seminar Presentations · Account Management

Production Supervisor

Nortel Networks /Netas
Istanbul, Istanbul
01.1999 - 11.2001

In my role at NETAŞ, I successfully led product development initiatives that strengthened our partnership with Turkish Telecom. I managed key projects like KAMBS, enhancing rural public switch management and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders. My efforts in coordinating R&D workflows significantly improved project efficiency and outcomes.

Skills: Project Coordination · Presentation Skills · Product R&D · Business Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

Experience in diverse sectors

Budget management expertise

Proficient in direct sales

Developing business strategies

Strong management and negotiation skills

Understanding customer requirements

Significant analytical and logical skills

Knowledge of research and development methodologies

Ability to perform under pressure

Sales and management of global projects

Business partnership development

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Timeline

Senior Sales & Marketing and Business Development

Self-employeed
01.2016 - Current

Business Development & Strategic Planning Director

GPS-Buddy Int.
01.2014 - 10.2015

Deputy of General Manager

OMC Communication & Advertising Services
09.2011 - 12.2014

Senior Sales Specialist

IBM Global Business Services
02.2010 - 06.2011

Sales Manager

CPG Telecommunication–Premium Partner of ERICSSON
03.2007 - 01.2010

Sales Manager

3Com Networks Int.
03.2004 - 02.2007

Regional Head

Borusan Telekom
01.2002 - 03.2004

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
04.2001 -

Production Supervisor

Nortel Networks /Netas
01.1999 - 11.2001
Oguz CandevirSenior Sales & Marketing And Business Development @ Company | Driving Business Growth And Innovation