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ATAKAN GUNASTI

Toronto,CANADA

Summary

Resourceful Freight Operations Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in logistics coordination, inventory management, and regulatory compliance ensures smooth operations and adherence to guidelines. Excel at problem-solving, team leadership, and communication, leveraging these soft skills to lead teams towards meeting tight deadlines without compromising on service quality or safety standards.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sea Freight Operation

LOGARTS
Calgary, Canada
11.2023 - Current
  • Checked shipping manifests to ensure adherence to customs rules.
  • Oversaw logistics pipeline, resolving any transportation issues.
  • Secured favorable transport deals with carriers.
  • Documented shipment records accurately, including invoice details.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Implemented streamlined processes to boost the efficiency of freight operations.

Sales Manager

BIG SHIPPING
Mersin, Turkey
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.

Sales Executive

ROADPIN INTERNATIONAL
Mersin
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
  • Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to achieve corporate objectives.
  • Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
  • Identified and targeted new business opportunities through market research and analysis.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

District Sales Executive

EXPEDITORS INTERNATIONAL
Mersin, Turkey
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • Supported individual representative performance goals and division benchmarks to maximize sales performance.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively while maintaining positive relationships.
  • Provided training to new sales personnel on product features, benefits, pricing and promotional activities.
  • Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.

Education

Bachelor Degree - Business Management

Toros University
01.2017

Skills

  • Training / Development
  • Logistics management
  • Shipment documentation
  • Business workflows
  • Team training and development
  • Transportation methods
  • Problem solving
  • Sales strategy
  • Creative thinking

References

  • Bulent Guzel, Sea Freight Manager, LOGARTS
  • Tolgay Esmer, Founder, GTLOG
  • Olcay Gulsen, Founder, FILENDERS

Languages

English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sea Freight Operation

LOGARTS
11.2023 - Current

Sales Manager

BIG SHIPPING
09.2022 - 06.2023

Sales Executive

ROADPIN INTERNATIONAL
11.2021 - 08.2022

District Sales Executive

EXPEDITORS INTERNATIONAL
01.2019 - 09.2021

Bachelor Degree - Business Management

Toros University

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