Coşkun Efe Başak

Project Assistant Manager / Commercial Operations Americas I

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

I have contributed to the preparation and coordination of high-value naval and infrastructure contracts exceeding USD 600 million across the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, including projects in Qatar, Turkey, Ghana, Senegal, El Salvador, Panama, and Tanzania. My work has involved close interaction with ministries, public utilities, international partners, and C-suite stakeholders, requiring a strong balance between commercial strategy, contractual discipline, and political awareness. More recently, my work has focused on energy and infrastructure projects in emerging markets, with direct involvement in market entry, public-sector coordination, and ongoing commercial operations across the Americas. I regularly support executive management through strategic reporting, financial and market analysis, and coordination across legal, finance, engineering, and external advisors. My core strengths include Business Development Strategy, Commercial and Contract Management, Project and Stakeholder Coordination, Marketing and Brand Positioning, Key Account Management, and Executive-level Reporting. I am particularly experienced in navigating complex environments where commercial objectives, regulatory frameworks, and geopolitical dynamics intersect.

Experience

  • Proje Yönetimi Asistanı at Karadeniz Holding
    Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

  • CEO Business Assistant at Göktekin Enerji
    Jan 2024 - Nov 2024 · 11 mos

    Primary Responsibilities: 1. Supporting CEO Office: -Provide full support to the CEO office, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. -Manage administrative tasks and logistical arrangements for top management. -Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications. 2. Facilitating Communication: -Facilitate communication between management and direct reports. -Ensure clarity and alignment by disseminating information effectively. -Capture and share comprehensive meeting notes from CEO-led meetings. 3. Information Consolidation: -Consolidate information and analyses requested by the CEO from relevant departments. 4. Meeting Coordination: -Organize all international and domestic meetings, including scheduling. -Coordinate conference calls and virtual meetings, ensuring seamless execution. -Maintain detailed calendars and schedules for top management. As an integral member of the CEO office, the Executive Assistant plays a critical role in supporting top management, facilitating communication, and driving operational excellence. By efficiently managing administrative tasks, coordinating meetings, and providing strategic support, the Executive Assistant contributes to the organization's success and helps achieve its goals in a dynamic business environment.

  • Business Development Specialist at DEARSAN Shipyard
    Apr 2019 - Jan 2024 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    As a dedicated professional responsible for monitoring the global military and commercial vessel markets, I play a pivotal role in ensuring DEARSAN Shipyard remains at the forefront of the shipbuilding and defense industry. With a keen focus on staying ahead of emerging trends and market dynamics, my primary objective is to effectively showcase DEARSAN's capabilities and ongoing projects to key stakeholders, including navy officers, captains, and industry representatives worldwide. Having actively participated in prestigious events such as IDEF 2019, GDA 2019, and IDEF 2021, I've seized invaluable opportunities to expand DEARSAN's network, forge strategic partnerships, and explore potential business avenues. By engaging with high-ranking officials and industry experts, I gain valuable insights into evolving industry needs and collaborate with like-minded professionals to drive innovation and excellence within the shipbuilding domain. Recognizing the significance of networking in fostering collaboration and acquiring a nuanced understanding of industry dynamics, I continually seek to establish meaningful connections with industry leaders and leverage digital platforms to amplify DEARSAN's presence and achievements. Through tailored presentations and proactive engagement, I aim to not only promote DEARSAN's unparalleled expertise but also cultivate lasting relationships that propel our collective success in the ever-evolving defense and shipbuilding landscape. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a passion for advancing DEARSAN's mission, I am poised to navigate the complexities of the industry, anticipate future trends, and capitalize on emerging opportunities to solidify DEARSAN's position as a trusted leader in shipbuilding and defense innovation on a global scale.

  • Innox Incorporated (5 mos)
    • Account Manager
      Oct 2018 - Dec 2018 · 3 mos

      -Started as an entry-level distributor whose main goal was to accomplish a certain amount of sales in a given week or two. I have spent three months developing personal business fundamentals, communication skills, self-confidence, door presence, image, and professionalism. - I have qualified for the account manager position which simply means I have developed the skills to become a coach. One of the core steps of this position involves learning how to teach others in terms of building a crew by explaining and relating the business to others. - In other words, account managers are capable of managing a team, building relationships, establishing both short and long-term goals, and eventually developing a team of three leaders.

    • Sales Associate
      Aug 2018 - Oct 2018 · 3 mos

      -Innox Incorporated introduces clean, smart energy solutions by applying fresh ideas and shared passion to seize growth opportunities. Innox has been offering consulting and marketing services spread the word about Inspire Energy to make it more powerful. -Inspire Energy relies on Innox to spread the word of their clean power and smart tech solutions.

  • Marketing Intern at Ekspres Yatırım Menkul Değerler A.Ş.
    May 2016 - Jun 2016 · 2 mos

    -Had a part in a brand new investment company by communicating with prospective investors and providing insight about foreign exchange. -Not many people were familiar with the foreign exchange rules in Turkey, hence a strong trust relationship is necessary for investors -I have learned how to interpret certain trends and significant developments that affecting markets.