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Orxan Mahmudlu

Baku

Summary

Results-driven Performance Management and Talent Development professional with expertise in evaluation frameworks, KPI and SMART goal systems. Coordinates performance and succession cycles utilizing data-driven methodologies and HRIS systems. Delivers comprehensive HR lifecycle management, leveraging recruitment and analytics experience to enhance process efficiency and ensure fair performance assessments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Specialist – Performance Management

Azersun Holding MMC
07.2025 - Current
  • Implemented and improved company-wide performance management systems to enhance evaluation processes.
  • Design and implementation of a tailored performance evaluation model for the blue-collar workforce focused on productivity.
  • Facilitation of KPI and SMART goal setting processes aligned with corporate strategy.
  • Coordinated annual and mid-year performance evaluation cycles to ensure timely feedback.
  • Coordinated calibration processes to promote fair and accurate performance ratings.
  • Prepared analytical performance reports and dashboards that informed strategic decisions for senior management.
  • Provided methodological support to managers, facilitating effective performance evaluations, feedback, and development planning.

HRIS (SuccessFactors) performance module configuration and data accuracy control.

Senior Specialist – Talent Management (Career Planning)

Azersun Holding MMC
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Identified and developed High-Potential (HiPo) employees through performance data analysis and assessment outcomes.
  • Managed internal mobility, rotation, and promotion processes to align talent with organizational needs.
  • Integrated performance results into talent and succession planning frameworks to enhance workforce readiness.
  • Supported leadership development initiatives to enhance managerial skills and competencies.
  • Organized and coordinated Assessment Center processes to evaluate managerial and leadership candidates.
  • Management of university collaboration projects (e.g., “Azersunda bir gün”, GələcəkSən programs, STEP).

Senior Recruitment Specialist

Azersun Holding MMC
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Full-cycle management of recruitment processes to attract and secure top talent, including expat recruitment.
  • Strategic sourcing and engagement of both active and passive candidates (headhunting).
  • Close collaboration with HR teams and business leaders to develop and implement recruitment strategies.
  • Coordinated interviews and assessments to identify best-fit candidates, improving selection accuracy.
  • Enhanced employer branding and optimized candidate experience, contributing to higher engagement.
  • Prepared detailed recruitment reports and presented insights to senior management, facilitating data-driven decisions.
  • Keeping up-to-date with the latest recruitment trends and leveraging modern technologies to improve processes.

Leading Recruitment Specialist

Azerbaijan Railways (ADY)
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Developed and sustained candidate pipelines through strategic sourcing and networking to enhance talent acquisition.
  • Coordinated interviews, assessments, and candidate selection to streamline hiring process.
  • Executed recruitment processes for key positions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Leading Recruitment Specialist

Azerbaijan Public Employment Agency
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Executed talent acquisition programs to identify and attract top talent.
  • Ensured recruitment quality and compliance while maintaining timely hiring processes.
  • Managed candidate databases efficiently.
  • Engaged in recruitment and internship projects actively.

Recruitment Specialist

Azersun Holding MMC
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed recruitment channels and career fairs to attract diverse talent pools.
  • Sourced candidates locally and internationally for various positions, aligning talent with organizational needs.
  • Executed full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes to enhance new hire integration.
  • Recruitment reporting through SAP systems.

Recruitment Specialist

Mazarina Trade Company (FMCG)
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Conducted vacancy analysis, posted job openings, and facilitated interview processes to attract qualified candidates.
  • Coordinated tests and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications effectively.
  • Compiled monthly and quarterly recruitment reports to provide insights on hiring trends and outcomes.

HR Intern

Mazarina Trade Company
Baki
05.2020 - 08.2020

Education

PhD (Ongoing) - Business & Management

Istanbul Beykent University
İstanbul/Turkey
02.2026

Master’s Degree - Business & Management

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
01.2021

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
01.2019

Skills

  • Performance Management Frameworks
  • KPI methodologies
  • Performance calibration
  • Talent management
  • HiPo identification
  • Assessment Center Coordination
  • Employee Engagement
  • HR Analytics & Reporting
  • SuccessFactors (Performance & Talent Modules)
  • Internal Mobility & Recruitment
  • Microsoft Excel
  • PowerPoint presentations

Certification

  • Human Resource Management – Business Management School
  • Human Resource Business Partnering – Udemy
  • Competency-Based Interview Techniques – İpek Aral
  • Competency Analysis (FlowQ) – Ulaş Özcan, PhD
  • Assessment Center Participation – Azersun Holding

Languages

  • Turkish, Native / Bilingual
  • English, Professional Working Proficiency
  • Russian, Professional Working Proficiency

Timeline

Senior Specialist – Performance Management

Azersun Holding MMC
07.2025 - Current

Senior Specialist – Talent Management (Career Planning)

Azersun Holding MMC
10.2024 - 06.2025

Senior Recruitment Specialist

Azersun Holding MMC
04.2024 - 10.2024

Leading Recruitment Specialist

Azerbaijan Railways (ADY)
01.2024 - 04.2024

Leading Recruitment Specialist

Azerbaijan Public Employment Agency
01.2023 - 01.2024

Recruitment Specialist

Azersun Holding MMC
01.2022 - 01.2023

Recruitment Specialist

Mazarina Trade Company (FMCG)
08.2020 - 01.2022

HR Intern

Mazarina Trade Company
05.2020 - 08.2020

PhD (Ongoing) - Business & Management

Istanbul Beykent University

Master’s Degree - Business & Management

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
Orxan Mahmudlu