Hikmat Huseynov
Baku,BA
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager (Operational Lead – Cold Storage, Sorting & Sales)
ULU AGRO
02.2025 - Current
- Directly manage end-to-end operations of cold storage facility, produce sorting line, and sales activities – including inventory control, quality sorting, and customer order fulfillment
- Oversee ERP system integration across warehouse, production, procurement, sales, and export operations
- Lead cross-functional operational processes to improve efficiency, traceability, and reporting accuracy
- Coordinate warehouse management, production workflow optimization, and operational planning
- Supervise integration of sales operations with inventory management and production planning systems
- Manage export operations – including documentation, logistics, and client coordination (Coordinated almond export to Georgia – end-to-end logistics, client relations, cross-border documentation)
- Serve as primary point of contact for clients, partners, and stakeholders
- Participate in strategic operational planning and business process transformation
- Support digitalization and automation initiatives in agribusiness operations
Director of Business Development Department
Agro Procurement and Supply Company under the Ministry of Agriculture
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Led farmer support and agribusiness development initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency, market access, and sustainability
- Conducted business analysis and needs assessments for agricultural enterprises and farmers to identify development opportunities and operational gaps
- Coordinated implementation of state-supported agricultural development and supply chain initiatives
- Led development and optimization of business processes for the national Honey Fair project, including operational planning and stakeholder coordination
- Managed ERP system development and implementation to digitalize procurement, supply chain, and operational workflows
- Participated in creation of integrated digital systems in cooperation with the Azerbaijan Food Safety Agency to improve traceability, compliance, and food safety control processes
- Collaborated with government institutions and private sector stakeholders on agricultural digitalization and process automation projects
- Oversaw process standardization, reporting systems, and operational performance monitoring
Deputy Head of Department, Head of Management Information Systems Division
Agro Procurement and Supply Company under the Ministry of Agriculture
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Led development and implementation of online procurement and e-commerce systems for agricultural supply and distribution operations
- Managed enhancement and customization of the 1C ERP platform to support procurement, supply chain, inventory, and operational management processes
- Coordinated digital transformation initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and process automation
- Led development of ERP solutions for the national Honey Fair project, including participant management, product tracking, and operational workflow integration
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize system functionality and align digital solutions with business needs
- Supported integration of management information systems with operational and reporting processes
B2B Sales Director
Aquamax LLC ( Official Dealer of Karcher)
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Built and led the B2B sales team for development and expansion of the Kärcher brand in the Azerbaijani market
- Developed sales strategies and business development initiatives targeting corporate and industrial clients
- Established and managed relationships with key accounts, large enterprises, and strategic partners
- Led negotiations and contract discussions with major customers and institutional clients
- Participated in market expansion activities and customer acquisition initiatives
- Coordinated sales operations, client portfolio development, and commercial performance monitoring
- Supported brand positioning and growth of B2B sales channels
Innovations specialist
ASAN Innovations Center
01.2018 - 12.2018
Managing Director
WHSmith – Azerbaijan
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Full P&L responsibility – managed purchasing and sales operations, including securing investment funds from shareholders to finance inventory and working capital
- Controlled all buying and selling decisions – product selection, assortment planning, pricing, and supplier negotiations
- Managed overall retail store operations: sales performance, customer service, daily activities
- Built, led, and developed store teams (recruitment, training, performance management)
- Oversaw inventory planning and merchandising to optimize sales
- Led marketing and promotional activities to increase brand awareness and traffic
- Reported directly to investors on financial and operational KPIs
Torchbearers Manager
Baku 2015 European Games Operation Committee
01.2015 - 12.2015
Business Development Manager
Zivella Ofis Furnitures
01.2014 - 12.2014
Leading PR specialist of Marketing and Sales department
ASB Bank - Azerbaijan,Baku
01.2012 - 12.2013
Board member
IRELI Public Union
01.2009 - 12.2012
Process engineer according to international standards
Ministry of Economic Development - Bureau of Quality and Food Safety
01.2007 - 12.2007
Help Desk manager
Azerfon
01.2007 - 12.2007
Education
Agronomy -
Azerbaijan State Agrarian University
01-2024
Sales Management -
City Business School
01-2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Azerbaijan State Economic University
01-2007
Bachelor - Standartization and certification
Azerbaijan State Economic University
01-2005
Certification
- Building Blocks of Eurasiya XXI – Promoting Democratic Citizenship & Governance, Association of Scouts of Azerbaijan, Council of Europe, 10/22/20
- Developing Quality Management Systems Due to ISO 9001: 2000 requirements and internal audit, Zygon Caspian Consulting LTD, 03/27/06
- Customer management of companies: data bases, value client, key clients, City Business School, 11/01/15
- Planning and forecasting sales in the company. New methods and standards, City Business School, 11/01/15
- Operational management in sales management, City Business School, 11/01/15
- The structure of marketing activities in the company, City Business School, 11/01/15
- Development of food procurement and supply systems, Korea International Cooperation Agency and the Hankyong National University, 11/04/20
- Creativity and design thinking, City Business School, 03/20/15
Timeline
Project Manager (Operational Lead – Cold Storage, Sorting & Sales)
ULU AGRO
02.2025 - Current
Director of Business Development Department
Agro Procurement and Supply Company under the Ministry of Agriculture
01.2019 - 01.2025
Deputy Head of Department, Head of Management Information Systems Division
Agro Procurement and Supply Company under the Ministry of Agriculture
01.2019 - 12.2019
B2B Sales Director
Aquamax LLC ( Official Dealer of Karcher)
01.2018 - 12.2019
Innovations specialist
ASAN Innovations Center
01.2018 - 12.2018
Managing Director
WHSmith – Azerbaijan
01.2015 - 12.2017
Torchbearers Manager
Baku 2015 European Games Operation Committee
01.2015 - 12.2015
Business Development Manager
Zivella Ofis Furnitures
01.2014 - 12.2014
Leading PR specialist of Marketing and Sales department
ASB Bank - Azerbaijan,Baku
01.2012 - 12.2013
Board member
IRELI Public Union
01.2009 - 12.2012
Process engineer according to international standards
Ministry of Economic Development - Bureau of Quality and Food Safety
01.2007 - 12.2007
Help Desk manager
Azerfon
01.2007 - 12.2007
Agronomy -
Azerbaijan State Agrarian University
Sales Management -
City Business School
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Azerbaijan State Economic University
Bachelor - Standartization and certification
Azerbaijan State Economic University