Yasemin Arslan
International Trade and Operations Manager
Istanbul
Summary
Foreign Trade Professional with strong expertise in international market dynamics, trade regulations, and supply chain management. Proven ability to drive growth through strategic planning, negotiation, and relationship building. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, adapting to evolving challenges, and delivering measurable results. Renowned for exceptional communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Skilled in SAP, Logo ERP and SET ERP systems with a ress-oriented and analytical management approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Foreign Trade Manager
Doruk Un Sanayi A.Ş.
07.2023 - Current
- Managing end-to-end export and import operations
- Coordinating international trade operations with approximately 300,000 MT annual volume
- Managing operations across America, Africa, Middle East and Asia
- Handling letters of credit, banking and payment processes
- Managing Eximbank and government incentive operations
- Leading operational cost optimization and process improvements
Export Manager
Kardeşler Oyuncak Hediye
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Managing export operations and international customer processes
- Conducting market development and customer acquisition activities
- Coordinating international fairs and exhibitions
- Managing logistics, insurance and financing operations
Foreign Trade Operations Manager
Özmer Pastacılık ve İçecek Ürünleri
06.2019 - 10.2022
- Coordinating Eximbank and government incentive processes
- Preparing operational reports and cost analyses
- Managing logistics and shipment operations
- Coordinating and managing full-cycle import and export operations, including supplier purchase contracts, customs clearance processes, Inward Processing Regime (IPR) documentation, and IPAC closure procedures
Foreign Trade Executive
Neksport Danışmanlık ve End. Hammadde Tic. Ltd. Şti.
07.2011 - 05.2019
- Managing import and export operations end-to-end
- Coordinating Eximbank credit and insurance processes
- Managing letter of credit and international payment operations
- Organizing international logistics and supplier operations
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - International Trade
Celal Bayar University
01-2008
Skills
Letter of Credit
Eximbank Operations
Inward Processing Regime
Government Incentives
Customs Regulations
Freight forwarding coordination
Shipping documentation mastery
Contract drafting
Team leadership
Global sourcing strategies
Incoterms proficiency
Market research analysis
International trade expertise
Multilingual communication
Trade finance management
Certification
Professional Training Program in International Trade, Transportation Law, and Marine Cargo Insurance
Timeline
Professional Training Program in International Trade, Transportation Law, and Marine Cargo Insurance
04-2025
Foreign Trade Manager
Doruk Un Sanayi A.Ş.
07.2023 - Current
Export Manager
Kardeşler Oyuncak Hediye
10.2022 - 07.2023
Foreign Trade Operations Manager
Özmer Pastacılık ve İçecek Ürünleri
06.2019 - 10.2022
Foreign Trade Executive
Neksport Danışmanlık ve End. Hammadde Tic. Ltd. Şti.
07.2011 - 05.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - International Trade
Celal Bayar University