Istanbul, Türkiye
A seasoned oil and commodities trader with extensive experience working with refineries, petroleum companies, and international supply chains. I possess a strong network of relationships with suppliers and buyers across multiple countries, and expertise in preparing petroleum contracts, managing international shipping, and cross-border sourcing. I have served as a certified supplier to an oil refinery, participating in transactions involving diesel, petroleum derivatives, urea, and sugar. I excel at closing deals, managing risk, and engaging in high-level commercial negotiation.
Oil Trading & Commercial Relations Consultant Served as a consultant for a petroleum company, responsible for managing and structuring commercial relations and handling professional email correspondence with refineries, petroleum companies, and buyers. Oversaw the organization of commercial operations, contract structuring and negotiation, and project management to ensure efficient execution and compliance. Focused on maximizing profitability by opening new international markets and building strategic partnerships with specialized companies in the oil and energy sector. Delivered value through market expansion, relationship-driven deal sourcing, and optimized commercial frameworks across cross-border oil trading activities.
General Operations Manager – Horizons Construction At Horizons Construction, I was responsible for the full operational management of approximately 21 serviced hotel apartments, overseeing daily operations, administrative organization, financial tracking, customer relations, marketing, and coordination with real estate companies. My role covered end-to-end management, ensuring smooth workflows, service quality, and professional project oversight. Through structured operational planning, improved marketing strategies, and enhanced customer experience management, I successfully increased the occupancy rate from 50% to 100% within four months. I also reorganized financial accounts, standardized administrative procedures, and implemented effective systems for apartment readiness, housekeeping, and quality control, resulting in higher client satisfaction and improved operational efficiency.
General Manager – EXPER ATS (Turkey) As the General Manager of EXPER ATS, I led the company’s operations in the oil trading and petroleum supply sector, managing and structuring multiple oil supply contracts with refineries, as well as contracts with petroleum companies for the delivery of various refined petroleum products. I acted as a commercial intermediary and facilitator between oil producers, refineries, and end buyers, ensuring smooth transactions, contractual compliance, and reliable supply chains. I possess extensive international relationships across the Gulf region and global oil trading hubs, including Rotterdam, Houston, and Fujairah, supported by strong, verified connections with real clients, buyers, decision-makers, and operating companies in Turkey, the UAE, and other countries. In addition, I developed a comprehensive feasibility study for oil trading operations in the UAE, based on leasing storage tanks, contracting directly with refineries, and marketing petroleum products to regional and international buyers. My experience combines strategic deal structuring, market analysis, contract negotiation, and relationship-driven trading, positioning me as a capable executive in large-scale petroleum commerce and cross-border energy transactions.
Exporting several items to several countries
General Manager – Expanded Shade (Jordan) As the General Manager of Expanded Shade for Awnings in Jordan, I was responsible for the overall management, strategic planning, and operational leadership of the company. I successfully led and delivered over 100 projects specializing in outdoor steel structures, external awnings, arches, fences, and landscape exterior décor, ensuring a balance between functional performance and aesthetic design. My role included supervising technical and execution teams, coordinating directly with clients from concept and design through final delivery, and ensuring projects were completed on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. I also oversaw procurement, cost control, and supplier relations, while contributing to the development of the company’s market presence and reputation through professional execution and strong client relationships.
Business Owner – Retail & Trading Owner and operator of a retail business specializing in the sale of chemical supplies, dry goods, beverages and juices, restaurant supplies, as well as mobile devices and computer equipment. Responsible for the overall management of daily operations, including procurement, inventory control, pricing, sales, customer service, and supplier relations. Managed product sourcing and market demand analysis while ensuring efficient stock turnover and consistent service quality. This role required strong commercial judgment, multi-category retail management, and operational oversight in a fast-paced retail environment.