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Ufuk Yazici
MBA 2025 Student
Nationality
Turkish
I come from (city/country)
Izmir / Turkey
I speak
Turkish, English, Greek
KLU Class of
2025
Work experience (positions/fields of industries/companies)
I have over 15 years of experience in customs, logistics, and foreign trade operations, primarily within the petrochemical and energy industries. My career progression demonstrates my ability to take on increasing responsibilities and lead critical projects successfully. Below is an overview of my professional journey:
Jun 2004 - Aug 2004: Intern, Phthalic Anhydride Plant, PETKİM Petrokimya Holding A.Ş.
Dec 2009 - Sept 2013: Import Specialist, PETKİM Petrokimya Holding A.Ş.
Sept 2013 – Oct 2017: Port and Customs Services Department Supervisor, PETKİM Petrokimya Holding A.Ş.
Oct 2017 – Oct 2019: Customs Services Department Manager, PETKİM Petrokimya Holding A.Ş.
Oct 2019 – Present: Logistics and Customs Department Manager, Refinery & Petrochemical Business Unit, SOCAR Turkey
Throughout my career, I have remained committed to continuous improvement, both for myself and my team. My focus on innovation, digital transformation, and leadership development has allowed me to deliver significant value to the organizations I’ve worked with, earning several awards along the way.
Education, Hobbies & Interests
September 2023 - present Class of 2025 MBA Leadership and Supply Chain Management (KLU Kühne Logistics University)
September 2018 – July 2020 Associate Degree in Law Anadolu University (Turkey)
September 2010 – October 2013 Master's Degree in Business Administration
Ege University (Turkey)
September 2001 – July 2008 B.S. in Chemical Engineering Karadeniz Technical University (Turkey)
Sailing, Snowboarding, Military Aviation, Flight Simulators, Wind Surf
About me
I take pride in being an adaptable leader with a focus on continuous learning and development. My academic pursuits, including an MBA in Business Administration and my ongoing Executive MBA at Kühne Logistics University, have significantly enhanced my leadership abilities and strategic thinking. These experiences have enabled me to contribute to both operational excellence and long-term growth initiatives within my organization.
A strong believer in teamwork and collaboration, I strive to foster an environment where innovation is encouraged, and every team member feels empowered to contribute to the organization's success. My leadership style emphasizes agility, problem-solving, and a forward-thinking approach, which has helped my teams achieve several awards for excellence, including the prestigious Excom Award at SOCAR Turkey.
Looking forward, I am excited to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in logistics and supply chain management, while exploring global opportunities to further expand my expertise. My goal is to leverage the knowledge and skills I've gained to make a meaningful impact on a broader international stage, contributing to the success of global organizations in an ever-evolving industry.
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