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Volkan Pekgeldi

Volkan Pekgeldi

Waghäusel,Karlsruhe

Summary

Dynamic Managing Director with expertise in product development and global sourcing. Leads innovative projects from concept to market, fostering an international supplier network and driving strategic negotiations. Delivers sustainable business growth by cultivating strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities. Results-driven Managing Director with strengths in operations management and team leadership. Directs global sourcing and logistics operations, ensuring optimal supplier negotiations and contract management. Enhances cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to achieve high-performance outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Kreativ House Gmbh
Waghäusel
11.2021 - Current

Assisted in product development and sourcing activities under supervision.

Participated in product lifecycle tasks from initial concept to market introduction.

  • Monitored operational workflows to ensure alignment with objectives and forecasts.
  • Aided in setting company targets based on historical data and predictive analysis.
  • Supported building and maintaining networks with international suppliers and manufacturers.
  • Facilitated purchasing and logistics functions within global sourcing projects.
  • Aided in negotiating supplier contracts including pricing and production terms.
  • Assisted in identifying new business opportunities and supporting client relationship management.
  • Offered basic consulting input on product development and sourcing practices.

Purchase and Product Manager

Sallys Welt GmbH
Waghäusel
07.2018 - 10.2021
  • Assisted in managing product development and purchasing operations.
  • Supported identification and development of new products based on market trends.
  • Helped source and negotiate with international suppliers and manufacturers.
  • Aided in coordinating global logistics and inventory planning.
  • Maintained long-term supplier relationships.
  • Facilitated coordination of cross-functional teams between purchasing, sales, and marketing.
  • Contributed to establishing quality control processes for product standards.
  • Collected and analysed sales data and customer feedback for product enhancements.
  • Collaborated with teams to refine product specifications for improved user experience.
  • Participated in managing product lifecycle from conception to retirement.
  • Developed product documentation and training materials for user understanding.
  • Assisted in leading teams for product development and launch efforts.

Marketing Manager Europe

Anka Invest – Germany
Istanbul & Luther Stadt, Turkey & Germany
06.2016 - 08.2018

Assisted in the development and expansion of European sales agent network.

  • Facilitated management of European client relations and investment processes.
  • Supported representation of company at international exhibitions and trade shows.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
  • Created sales strategies to promote advertising offerings and motivate larger deals.
  • Managed marketing budgets to allocate resources efficiently and achieve strategic objectives.
  • Analysed market trends and customer behaviour to adapt strategies to meet evolving demands.
  • Built new business partnerships to drive customer acquisition and generate revenue.
  • Executed integrated marketing campaigns that aligned with brand strategy to boost market presence.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop targeted marketing strategies that drove leads and boosted sales performance.

Head of International Sales & Marketing

Keyshead International
Istanbul , Turkey
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Leading international sales and marketing teams
  • Developing digital marketing strategies and CRM systems
  • Negotiating international contracts and partnership agreements
  • Recruiting, training, and managing sales teams
  • Setting sales targets and implementing market expansion strategies
  • Handled customer concerns and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
  • Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
  • Achieved service time and quality targets.

Sales & Marketing Manager

Mecitoglu Homes
Antalya, Turkey
05.2009 - 05.2015

Supported development of new international markets and agency partnerships.

  • Assisted in managing PR, media, and digital marketing campaigns.
  • Coordinated international seminars, exhibitions, and events.
  • Helped recruit, train, and manage sales teams.
  • Contributed to developing sales strategies and meeting sales targets.
  • Maintained clean and safe working environments to reduce accident risks.
  • Interacted with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Built and sustained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Handled customer concerns and escalated significant issues to supervisors.

Project Leader / Country Manager

Better Homes
London, England
06.2004 - 05.2009
  • Managing sales and marketing operations across multiple countries
  • Developing international agent and developer networks
  • Delivering sales training and implementing CRM systems
  • Negotiating international sales and partnership agreements
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Achieved service time and quality targets.

Sales & Marketing Executive

Artev Design & Const
Bodrum, Turkey
07.2003 - 06.2004

Assisted with telesales and field sales efforts.

  • Supported promotion of property investment projects to international clients and agents.
  • Engaged in international exhibitions and marketing events.
  • Translated marketing materials from Turkish to English.
  • Met service time and quality targets.
  • Addressed customer concerns and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Communication

Baskent University
Ankara - Turkey
01-2003

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Product development
  • Strategic planning
  • Global sourcing
  • Market analysis
  • Client relationship management
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Business development
  • Logistics coordination
  • Quality assurance
  • Risk assessment
  • Sales strategy
  • Performance optimization
  • Strategic visioning
  • Business process improvement
  • Leadership excellence
  • Business administration
  • Decision-Making authority
  • Sales strategy development
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Business strategy formulation
  • Revenue growth
  • Team building and training
  • Quality control standards understanding
  • Operations oversight
  • Industry partnership development
  • Strategic consultancy
  • Brand management
  • Global mindset
  • Brand positioning
  • Research and Development
  • Organisational awareness
  • Corporate social responsibility awareness
  • Corporate responsibility commitment
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance
  • Corporate governance understanding
  • Project budgeting
  • Supply chain optimization
  • E-Commerce strategies
  • Statistical modelling
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Product development expertise

Languages

Turkish
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Proficient
C2

Interests

Tennis

Horse Riding

Scuba Diving

Catamaran Sailing

Cooking

Pottery

DIY

Trekking

Traveling

Timeline

Managing Director

Kreativ House Gmbh
11.2021 - Current

Purchase and Product Manager

Sallys Welt GmbH
07.2018 - 10.2021

Marketing Manager Europe

Anka Invest – Germany
06.2016 - 08.2018

Head of International Sales & Marketing

Keyshead International
06.2015 - 06.2016

Sales & Marketing Manager

Mecitoglu Homes
05.2009 - 05.2015

Project Leader / Country Manager

Better Homes
06.2004 - 05.2009

Sales & Marketing Executive

Artev Design & Const
07.2003 - 06.2004

Diploma of Higher Education - Communication

Baskent University
Volkan Pekgeldi