Istanbul, Türkiye
Results-driven Procurement and Supply Chain Manager with over 16 years of expertise in international sourcing, supplier negotiations, and logistics optimization. Experienced in managing procurement operations for diverse industries, including fashion, retail, and consumer goods. Skilled in vendor audits, compliance management, and cost reduction strategies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and execute large-scale procurement projects in global markets.
Identified and established partnerships with suppliers in Turkey, China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan for fabrics, accessories, and finished goods. Conducted supplier audits (production capacity, creditworthiness, pre-shipment inspections) to ensure quality standards. Negotiated favorable payment terms and credit lines with suppliers. Resolved claims related to raw material and product quality issues.
Managed end-to-end import operations for goods from China, including order placement, payment schedules, certification support, and logistics coordination. Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives that reduced procurement expenses by 12%.
Developed procurement policies that optimized inventory turnover rates by 18%. Enhanced supplier relationships through strategic negotiations and joint marketing initiatives.
Directed procurement for professional cosmetics, salon furniture, and retail products while achieving a 10% reduction in supply chain costs.
Oversaw the procurement of non-food products for a federal hypermarket chain from Southeast Asia. Conducted long-term supplier evaluations during business trips to Southeast Asia, ensuring compliance with quality standards.