CANSEL AYGIR
Dublin
Summary
Business development professional with expertise in sales growth and market intelligence. Demonstrated success in team leadership and supplier management, enhancing corporate client relations. Skilled in international trade operations and cost control, with a strong focus on negotiation and strategic decision-making. Experienced in CRM systems and campaign management, driving significant organizational success.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Business Development Manager
Gourmet Grocer
Enniskillen
2025.08 - Current
- Led business development initiatives and growth strategy across priority accounts.
- Optimised operational procedures for improved productivity.
- Managed key accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Conducted market research to identify potential business opportunities.
- Drove revenue growth with innovative sales strategies.
- Built supplier relationships and led negotiation discussions with agreed terms.
- Drove revenue growth and improved operational efficiency through process changes.
- Managed team performance and supported development plans for each role.
- Oversaw commercial partnerships and coordinated business expansion priorities.
- Managed teams of up to 22 employees, oversaw operations generating approximately £1M annual revenue, and delivered 25–30% business growth
Assistant Store Manager
SPAR Abbey Street
Dublin
2022.01 - 2025.08
- Managed daily store operations in high-volume retail environment.
- Collaborated closely with Store Manager to develop marketing strategies that drove footfall into the shop.
- Maintained health and safety standards within the store to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Coordinated staff schedules, recruiting, training, and day-to-day performance feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers for prompt delivery of orders.
- Managed cash registers, handled financial transactions accurately.
- Mentored staff on handling and resolving customer concerns.
- Logged transaction reports for up-to-date sales records.
- Handled inventory control through regular stock counts and replenishment actions.
Supervisor
SPAR
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Supported store operations and led daily team workflows.
- Monitored KPIs and drove progress toward financial targets.
- Maintained health and safety compliance and upheld service standards.
- Improved customer satisfaction through better service quality and responses.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - International Trade & Business
Balikesir University
Balikesir-Turkiye 2017.09 - 2021.06
ATC Language School
Dublin 2021.09 - 2022.07
Skills
Business development and sales growth
Market intelligence
Team leadership and training
Supplier and stakeholder management
Corporate client relations and engagement
International trade and finance awareness
Operations management and cost control
Negotiation and strategic decision-making
CRM systems and Salesforce expertise
Retail management and customer experience
Campaign management and social media advertising
Warm and cold calling strategies
New business acquisition and revenue development
LANGUAGES
Turkish (Native)
English (Professional Working Proficiency)
Affiliations
- Walking along the coast
- Cooking
- Listening music
- Spending time with family and friends
- Travelling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Gourmet Grocer
2025.08 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
SPAR Abbey Street
2022.01 - 2025.08
ATC Language School
2021.09 - 2022.07
Supervisor
SPAR
2021.01 - 2022.01
Bachelor's Degree - International Trade & Business
Balikesir University
2017.09 - 2021.06