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Arif Ziyadoghlu

Arif Ziyadoghlu

Baku

Summary

Goal-oriented Team Manager dedicated to meeting team performance objectives and achieving set targets. Offering 10 years of extensive leadership experience in FMCG industry. Committed individual well-versed in providing thorough training, setting team goals and developing innovative strategies. Superb oral and written communication skills paired with excellent time management and leadership abilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Development Team Manager

Nestle
05.2024 - Current

Leading, developing and implementing Category Strategies in Channels to increase sales revenues in accordance with the Market Strategy
Presenting and aligning Category Strategies in Channels with key stakeholders
Participating in all meetings with Key Customers and coordinating the implementation of agreed actions
Managing the Integrated Commercial Planning (ICP) process
Developing Category Management plans in Channels
Analyzing shopper and consumer behavior and developing insights
Analyzing competitors’ activities and providing forecasts for future market trends
Developing Selling Stories by Category
Leading Category Management projects with Key Customers
Leading New Product Introductions in Channels
Leading promo mechanics development

Head of Marketing

United Confectioners
12.2018 - 05.2024

Managing all marketing for the company and activities within the marketing department.

Executing the trade marketing plan across the region.

Creating trade marketing plans for individual products and product ranges.

Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.

Coordinating marketing campaigns with sales activities.

Overseeing the company's marketing budget.

Creation and publication of all marketing materials in line with marketing plans.

Planning and implementing promotional campaigns.

Monitor and report on effectiveness of marketing communications.

Working closely with design agencies and assisting with new product launches.

Analyzing potential strategic partner relationships for company marketing.

Driving brand awareness across various categories and products.

Coordinating the creation and delivery of marketing materials and content.

Corporate Sales Manager

Kärcher
07.2018 - 12.2018

Maintaining a deep understanding of customer needs and monitor their preferences.

Resolving escalated customer issues and customer complaints regarding sales and service.

Providing expertise when setting and adjusting pricing plans and discount rates.

Providing advanced negotiation expertise.

Determining and assign sales quotas, targets, and/or goals.

Developing sales strategies to acquire new customers or clients.

Analyzing sales data on sales results and develop plans to address performance gaps.

Marketing Manager

Aztech
07.2017 - 01.2018

Trade Marketing Specialist

ENGIN LTD MMC
06.2016 - 06.2017

Marketing and Purchasing Manager

WHSmith
10.2015 - 06.2016

Freelancer

Iteca Caspian LLC
04.2015 - 06.2016

Freelancer

Kaplan
05.2015 - 10.2015

Freelance Interpreter

British Council
11.2013 - 10.2015

Marketing Intern

Procter & Gamble
02.2014 - 06.2014

Intern

Central Election Commission of the Republic of Azerbaijan
06.2013 - 07.2013

Education

Bachelor's degree - Management

The Academy of Public Administration Under The President of The Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan
07-2014

Languages

Azerbaijani
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Turkish
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)

Awards

Candidate to Master of Sports in Chess

Timeline

Commercial Development Team Manager

Nestle
05.2024 - Current

Head of Marketing

United Confectioners
12.2018 - 05.2024

Corporate Sales Manager

Kärcher
07.2018 - 12.2018

Marketing Manager

Aztech
07.2017 - 01.2018

Trade Marketing Specialist

ENGIN LTD MMC
06.2016 - 06.2017

Marketing and Purchasing Manager

WHSmith
10.2015 - 06.2016

Freelancer

Kaplan
05.2015 - 10.2015

Freelancer

Iteca Caspian LLC
04.2015 - 06.2016

Marketing Intern

Procter & Gamble
02.2014 - 06.2014

Freelance Interpreter

British Council
11.2013 - 10.2015

Intern

Central Election Commission of the Republic of Azerbaijan
06.2013 - 07.2013

Bachelor's degree - Management

The Academy of Public Administration Under The President of The Republic of Azerbaijan
Arif Ziyadoghlu