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United States

Edited, translated, and proofread wide range of written materials, including articles, reports, and manuscripts, to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency of language and style. Translated documents from English to Turkish, retaining integrity of original content while adapting it to fit cultural nuances and language conventions.• Collaborated closely with Pan Publishing House on various projects and aided in organization of Tabar Music Library at Pan Publishing House.• Translated two books from English to Turkish: "Freak the Mighty" as "Acayip Güçlü" and "The Demon Under the Microscope" as "Antibiyotiğin Öyküsü".• Provided editing services for books such as "Nihilizm", "Kral, İmparator, Çar", "Ölümden Sonra", "Korkuyorum Kaptan", "Dostluk Felsefesi", and "Atık".• Conducted an insightful interview with Hassan Blassim, the author of "The Madman of Freedom Square".• Authored reviews for books including "Bir Vegan ile Evlendim", "Zahmetsiz Ustalık", "Havadaki Simya", and "Natürmort".• Translated and prepared subtitles for short videos featuring Catrine Clay, Ron Wiener, and Jonathan Westphal.• Published well-received short story in prestigious literature journal in Turkey.

Istanbul, Turkey

For this company, I facilitated productive S&OP meetings, fostering improved communication and coordination among R&D, marketing, sales, supply planning, procurement, production, QA, logistics, and finance departments to achieve consensus forecasting. I analyzed and synthesized comprehensive data sets including historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and inventory levels to generate accurate sales forecasts.Additionally, I developed and presented forecast and inventory performance metrics, such as KPIs, forecast accuracy, and inventory plan versus targets, to senior management. Furthermore, I executed internal customs audits to proactively mitigate the risk of customs penalties and ensure compliance with regulations.• Implemented and streamlined the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to enhance supply chain management efficiency.• Oversaw inventory targets, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet customer demand without incurring excess costs.• Successfully established and organized the Import & Export department after the dissolution of a joint venture.• Orchestrated import and export operations, leading the team to ensure seamless and efficient cross-border trade activities.• Nurtured relationships with the Ministry of Food Agriculture and Livestock to secure import and export permissions for finished goods and raw materials.

Istanbul, Turkey

As an Import & Export Executive, I implemented efficient import and export strategies, ensuring faster, cost-effective, and secure customs operations. I negotiated for extended free time from carriers, effectively avoiding demurrage costs, and conducted cost analysis to determine optimal routes and sources of supplies. Moreover, I identified opportunities to import goods from Thailand without customs duties, resulting in annual cost savings.• Established customs compliance procedures, ensuring accurate classifications, valuation, and taxation for imported goods.• Contributed significantly to the execution of the 1st phase of EMEA International Trade Compliance project, in collaboration with 13 other SC Johnson branches from multiple countries.• Smoothly transitioned from the previous customs broker to the new one, resulting in annual cost savings.• Collaborated with E&Y to conduct annual internal customs audits, executed corrective actions, and managed import operations with minimal risk.• Successfully passed the Ministry of Customs & Trade's external audit in June 2013.• Reorganized export operations to Northern Cyrus, resulting in annual cost savings.

Istanbul, Turkey

In this position, I managed and organized export operations for CIS and European markets. I oversaw the preparation of monthly and annual export reports and budgets. Moreover, I collaborated with the sales team, logistics department, and external stakeholders to analyze market trends, identify new export opportunities, and develop effective pricing strategies.I was also responsible for preparing and delivering comprehensive export reports to the management, highlighting key performance indicators, market trends, and recommendations for further growth.• Led development and implementation of strategies to enhance exports and increase market penetration, resulting in increased sales revenue.• Implemented strict quality control measures to ensure compliance with export regulations, product specifications, and customer requirements, resulting in a high level of customer satisfaction and client retention.Additional ExperienceSales Coordinator Administration, Silgan White Cap, Istanbul, TurkeyExport & Import Executive, Gulistan Dekal, Istanbul, TurkeyImplemented ISO 9001:2000 Quality Assurance Standards within the organization.Export Sales Representative, Kutahya & Gural Porselen, Istanbul, Turkey