Derviş Said Akpınar

International Sales Specialist

Ankara, Türkiye

About

I gained direct sales experience by selling products in the European, Central Asian, and African markets and by participating in a trade fair held in Iran, building trust-based relationships with international clients. I utilize these skills to support sustainable growth in international trade and to create long-term value for the organizations I work with. Microsoft Office Programmes - CRM

Experience

  • International Sales Specialist at Ceylan Mineral Mining
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Foreign Trade Specialist at Untad Ekmek
    Feb 2026 - Apr 2026 · 3 mos

    • Managed a high-volume deal of five truckloads in a single shipment during my tenure • Managed sales activities in the European market • Sent multiple product samples to help clients evaluate our offerings • Organized online meetings to explore potential business partnerships • Followed up with potential clients to create new opportunities • Kept track of potential clients identified at the Gulfood trade fair • Prepared proforma invoices and arranged required certifications to support sales • Conducted cold calls to acquire new clients • Worked on pricing and logistics processes to support shipments

  • Export and Business Development Consultant at FIX Consulting
    Dec 2024 - Feb 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos

    • Built and managed from scratch an exclusive sales process worth USD 100,000 in the Central Asia market • Actively conducted sales activities across Europe, the Middle East, and the Gulf region • Managed export processes end-to-end, including logistics and shipment coordination • Promoted and sold client companies’ products in international markets • Organized online business meetings between international customers and local companies • Supported client companies in international trade fair participation, developing new customer and business connections • Researched logistics costs and prepared accurately priced proforma invoices • Established new international business partnerships through direct communication with global clients • Personally handled cold calls, online meetings, and numerous sample shipments

  • Sales Consultant at Bershka
    May 2024 - Aug 2024 · 4 mos

  • Intern at Gen
    Feb 2024 - Mar 2024 · 2 mos

    • Managed invoice filing and organization • Prepared and reported invoices accurately • Entered invoices into the system efficiently