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SERTAC YILDIZ

SERTAC YILDIZ

FOREIGN TRADE MANAGER
Istanbul

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 19 years of experience in Foreign Trade Operations and Sales. A dedicated team player with a strong ability to motivate and inspire colleagues to achieve high-quality results. Quick to adapt and thrive under pressure, I am committed to delivering excellence in all aspects of my work.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Intern

Mardaş Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş.
01.2004 - 09.2004
  • Assisted in operational coordination for ship arrivals.
  • Calculated operational costs and shared port status reports.
  • 3 months
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.

Foreign Trade Manager

Beneks Taah. Müh. Müm. Mak. San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti
01.2018 - Current
  • Conduct overseas market research and follow-up
  • Organize and participate in international fairs
  • Oversee import-export operational processes
  • Prepare and present sales reports
  • Manage overseas agency networks and customer relations.
  • Developed strong relationships with international partners, fostering cooperation and collaboration.
  • Designed comprehensive market analyses to identify potential opportunities for growth and expansion.
  • Conducted thorough competitor analysis for strategic decision-making purposes.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities through the analysis of transport routes optimization efforts.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, resulting in increased productivity and timely project completion.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.

Import Export Chief

Gap İnşaat Yatırım ve Dış Ticaret A.Ş.
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Coordinated material supply and transportation for international projects.
  • Managed import-export and transit billing processes using SAP.
  • Handled import letters of credit and export documentation.

Foreign Trade Authorized

Karaca Home Collection Tekstil San. ve Ticaret A.Ş.
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Developed client portfolios and researched new markets.
  • Managed export operations and participated in international fairs.
  • Improved export processes and calculated costs for imports.

Foreign Trade Operation Specialist

Ozon Giyim San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Managed import and export operations for textiles and garments.
  • Handled customs formalities and transportation logistics.
  • Conducted market research for new suppliers and products.

Import & Export Executive

Komsan Kompresor San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti.
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Oversaw all processes related to import and export operations.
  • Managed documentation for banking and customs formalities.
  • Prepared sales reports and managed expo organizations abroad.

Education

Master’s Degree - Logistics Management

Istanbul Commercial University
Istanbul, 34
01.2009

Bachelor’s Degree - Maritime Transportation and Management Engineering

Istanbul University
Istanbul, 34
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Izmir Semikler High School
Izmir, 35
01.2000

Skills

  • Goal-oriented professional

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Certification

ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INTERNAL AUDITOR - SGS (DEC 2017)

Interests

PING PONG, COURT TENNIS, BASKETBALL, SWIMMING, AND TRAVEL

Affiliations

I.U. MARITIME CLUB

Timeline

Foreign Trade Manager

Beneks Taah. Müh. Müm. Mak. San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti
01.2018 - Current

Import Export Chief

Gap İnşaat Yatırım ve Dış Ticaret A.Ş.
01.2016 - 01.2018

Foreign Trade Authorized

Karaca Home Collection Tekstil San. ve Ticaret A.Ş.
01.2014 - 01.2015

Foreign Trade Operation Specialist

Ozon Giyim San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
01.2010 - 01.2014

Intern

Mardaş Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş.
01.2004 - 09.2004

Import & Export Executive

Komsan Kompresor San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti.
01.2004 - 01.2009

Master’s Degree - Logistics Management

Istanbul Commercial University

Bachelor’s Degree - Maritime Transportation and Management Engineering

Istanbul University

High School Diploma -

Izmir Semikler High School
SERTAC YILDIZFOREIGN TRADE MANAGER