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KADIR SAHIN

KADIR SAHIN

Verona,USA

Summary

Dynamic telecom leader with 18+ years driving revenue growth and market expansion across the U.S., EMEA. Recognized for rapidly mastering complex technical solutions — from 5G, O-RAN, private wireless, and OSS/BSS platforms to emerging technologies such as quantum computing — and transforming them into compelling business value for top operators including Verizon, Turkcell, and Vodacom. Proven track record in building CXO trust, leading cross-functional sales and engineering teams, and delivering multi-million-dollar wins. Skilled at spotting untapped opportunities, crafting customer-specific strategies, and aligning innovation to service provider priorities to accelerate competitive advantage.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Account Manager

Cyient
Verona, USA
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Expanded Verizon business footprint into five new regions
  • Established relationships with 10+ Associate Directors and three Directors in under six months.
  • Achieved revenue growth in 2023; projected 20%(21M USD) increase for 2024.

Pre-Sales Manager

Mavenir
Verona, USA
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Designed O-RAN solutions while managing pre-sales activities and formulating competitive offers.
  • Acted as primary liaison for Mavenir in O-RAN alliance, fostering strategic partnerships.
  • Executed market analysis and customer needs assessment to guide product innovation.

Tech. Account Manager

Federated Wireless
VA, USA
10.2020 - 01.2022
  • Leading MNO, fixed wireless and private LTE/5G customers and radio equipment manufacturer channel partners through adoption and deployment of CBRS.
  • Worked closely with product for developing customized feature for Verizon specific needs.

Solution Consultant

Polaris Wireless
CA, USA
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Responsible for LBS Omni Locate product (3G/4G/5G) solution design and related presales activities for existing customers.

Solution Responsible (Director of Solution Sales)

Huawei
, EMEA
08.2010 - 11.2019
  • Managed $200M Turkcell account as Solution Responsible, driving strategic account initiatives and customer relations.
  • Achieved 23% increase in wireless equipment sales for Turkcell through targeted strategies.
  • Secured sale of SmartCare solution, totaling $30M in sales over 2 years.
  • Delivered $5M breakthrough sales for network experience optimization, marking Turkcell's first purchase of these services.
  • Restructured Huawei account team and coached five account managers over two years to enhance performance.
  • Fostered strong relationships with Turkcell CXOs and Directors, earning two awards for outstanding partnership.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Istanbul University
Istanbul

Skills

  • Service Provider Account Leadership
  • Customer & Partner Engagement (CXO to Director)
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership (Sales, SE, Delivery)
  • Multi-Architecture & Emerging Technology Solutions
  • Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
  • International Operations (US, EMEA)
  • Wireless Tech, OSS/BSS, Cloud

Hobbies and Interests

  • Basketball (Pro)
  • Chess
  • Quantum Tech

Timeline

Senior Account Manager

Cyient
03.2023 - 05.2024

Pre-Sales Manager

Mavenir
01.2022 - 01.2023

Tech. Account Manager

Federated Wireless
10.2020 - 01.2022

Solution Consultant

Polaris Wireless
05.2020 - 10.2020

Solution Responsible (Director of Solution Sales)

Huawei
08.2010 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Science -

Istanbul University

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