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Rifat Can Ishakoglu

E-commerce Expert & Amazon FBA Specialist | Driving Growth through Data-driven Strategies & Customer-centric Approach
Boca Raton,Florida
Rifat Can  Ishakoglu

Summary

Driven by data and inspired by innovation, I bring over 15 years of hands-on experience in e-commerce and Amazon FBA. Having directed operations that led to impressive revenue boosts, such as the 150% increase at MadameLique and the doubling of revenue at California Design Den, I've showcased a unique blend of strategic insight and executional prowess.


My roles have not just been about figures; they're a testament to leadership, having mentored and led diverse teams to break new grounds in the e-commerce space. From co-founding Miltonson, where I took charge of all business operations and product development, to forming strategic collaborations at California Design Den, my journey underscores resilience, adaptability, and an unyielding commitment to excellence. In addition to my professional achievements, I've remained a passionate lifelong learner.


Every day, I set a goal to acquire new knowledge, whether it's related to my field or exploring novel domains. This innate curiosity and drive to learn continually fuel my expertise and innovative spirit. Problem-solving and distilling meaningful insights from data isn't just a job requirement for me; it's my most cherished hobby.


As a passionate problem solver and team player, I pride myself on fostering collaborations that translate to bottom-line success and sustainable growth. Key Achievements: Directed a 150% revenue surge at Madamelique, achieving $1.5M in just two years. Amplified California Design Den account turnover from $38M to $78M in under 2.5 years. Over the past two years, collaborated with a myriad of brands to generate a combined turnover exceeding $84M, reaching an expansive audience of 2.7M.


Talented Operations Director skillful developing and implementing policies, procedures and plans to enhance and direct company activities. Successful background growing revenue, allocating resources and coordinating plans by utilizing excellent verbal and written communication, program management and team leadership abilities gained during 15-year career in E-Commerce.


Goal-oriented Operations Director with 15 -year history streamlining procedures to optimize productivity and revenue. Well-organized and proactive with hands-on and resourceful style. Knowledgeable about recruitment, regulatory compliance and inventory management.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
14
years of post-secondary education
4
Certifications

Work History

Madamelique

Operations Director of E-Commerce
04.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Orchestrated a 150% revenue growth by integrating data-driven strategies
  • Pioneered PPC strategies that propelled the brand to top 1-5 keyword rankings on Amazon, even in a competitive market saturated with sellers boasting over 10k reviews
  • Successfully transitioned to container-based purchasing in the second year, leading to a significant approx
  • 40% increase in profitability
  • Strategically streamlined production and shipping costs, achieving a dual cost-saving effect and enhancing profitability in the second year
  • Solidified the brand's stature by fortifying its online presence and optimizing operational efficiencies.
  • Reviewed financial and operational reports on regular basis to make effective decisions.

Miltonson

Co-Founder & Director of
10.2018 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Pioneered the business strategy, driving a consistent 45% YoY growth
  • Successfully launched two flagship products, with each garnering $950K annually.

California Design Den

Head of Amazon Business Development
07.2021 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Implemented transformative business strategies, increasing the account revenue from an estimated $38.3 million to roughly $77.8 million in 2.5 years
  • Pioneered approximately four new product groups, solidifying our brand's position as the third best-selling brand on Amazon's home category
  • Administered yearly sales estimates, boasting a consistent track record of achieving about7% forecast accuracy, thus maximizing inventory efficiency and reducing holding costs by an estimated 22%
  • Managed advertising budgets amounting to an approximate $5.2 million annually, realizing a8% increase in return on advertising spend (ROAS) and propelling a 39.5% surge in organic traffic
  • Led a dedicated team of 15 members, concentrating on market research, product development, and digital marketing, which culminated in a 49.5% boost in team productivity and cohesion
  • Engaged proactively with key industry affiliates and influencers, securing 5 pivotal collaborations that augmented brand visibility by around 24.6%
  • Oversaw order blueprinting protocols, inducing a 29.8% decline in lead times alongside a5% enhancement in supplier relations
  • Actively harnessed data analytics mechanisms and techniques to probe market inclinations, pinpointing 3 burgeoning product categories that accounted for approximately 19.7% of the year's revenue.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing departments to support client acquisition.
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Negotiated client contracts and agreements to cultivate profitable business transactions.
  • Researched product pricing, ratings and performance and created comparison spreadsheets to evaluate competitors.

Biscolata

Amazon Vendor Operations Consultant
05.2021 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Managed the end-to-end vendor operations for Biscolata on Amazon, from agreement negotiations, PPC budgeting, to selling forecasts and comprehensive budgeting
  • Oversaw the sourcing process from Turkey, ensuring seamless logistics and warehousing operations, resulting in optimized inventory turnover and minimized storage costs
  • Directed a cross-functional team in the creation, deployment, and maintenance of various
  • Amazon A+ content, Brand Store designs, and Enhanced Brand Content, contributing to the brand's robust presence on Amazon
  • Strategically managed the entire sales life cycle, culminating in the acquisition of the Biscolata brand by a major competitor, underscoring the brand's heightened market value and desirability.
  • Reconciled inventory and customer orders regularly to monitor product availability.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.

caqpo

E-commerce Operations Director
02.2019 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Led the online business to new heights through meticulous management of operations and product development
  • Implemented data-driven strategies that boosted online visibility through top 1-5 keyword rankings
  • Delivered a 30% uplift in conversion rates and enhanced PPC campaigns by 40%.

GittiGidiyor

Marketing Coordinator
12.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Developed and executed marketing strategies that increased website traffic by 35% and user engagement by 45%. Managed successful marketing campaigns that led to a 40% increase in sales for the top 5 product categories.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

GittiGidiyor

Senior Project Manager
11.2015 - 12.2017

Job overview

Led cross-functional teams to deliver multiple projects on schedule and within budget, which boosted category performance by 40%. Implemented new initiatives that resulted in a 30% improvement in user experience and a 25% increase in active users.

  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.

GittiGidiyor

Product Manager
07.2012 - 10.2015

Job overview

Managed the entire product life cycle, from conception to launch, for over 30 new products. Improved user satisfaction by 30% through innovative platform changes, leading to a 25% increase in the number of active users and a 20% improvement in sales conversions.

  • Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
  • Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.

Education

Harvard Business School

General Management Program
05.2001 - 05.2010

University Overview

New York University

from Executive Business English and Global Communication

University Overview

Bahcesehir University

BSc from Marketing / Communication
01.2003 - 05.2008

University Overview

Galatasaray Lisesi

University Overview

Skills

    Coordinating schedules

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Accomplishments

Accomplishments

*eCommerce Expert and Entrepreneur
* At MadameLique as E-commerce Operations Director, spearheaded an impressive 150% revenue increase, reaching a turnover of $1.5 million in just 2 years.
* Co-founder at Miltonson, playing a pivotal role in key business operations and product development.
* Business Developer at California Design Den, magnifying the account turnover from $38m to $78m within a contract period of 2.5 years.
* With over 15 years of experience in the e-commerce industry, I possess profound expertise in Amazon Vendor Account Management, Data Analytics, Online Marketing, PPC Management, Keyword Research, and Branding.
* An innovative powerhouse, I'm a highly motivated self-starter known for the creation and execution of groundbreaking ideas and projects.
* Renowned for establishing and fostering positive working relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
* In the past two years, worked with various brands to achieve a combined turnover of over $84 million and reached out to an audience of 2.7 million individuals.

  • Supervised team of 14

Software

E-commerce Strategy Development

Data Analytics and Interpretation

Operational Efficiency

Team Leadership and Mentorship

Collaborative Partnership Building

Financial Acumen

Supply Chain Optimization

Product Development

Continuous Learning

Problem Solving

Technical Proficiency

Interests

Automation

Artificial Intelligence in Automation and Data

Zapier

Data Mapping

Brand Identity Creation

Slack

Lark

IFTTT

Workflow and Task Automation

Certification

Google - Data Analytics Professional

Timeline

Head of Amazon Business Development
California Design Den
07.2021 - 07.2023
Amazon Vendor Operations Consultant
Biscolata
05.2021 - 07.2022
Operations Director of E-Commerce
Madamelique
04.2021 - Current
E-commerce Operations Director
caqpo
02.2019 - 07.2021
Co-Founder & Director of
Miltonson
10.2018 - 08.2023
Marketing Coordinator
GittiGidiyor
12.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Project Manager
GittiGidiyor
11.2015 - 12.2017
Product Manager
GittiGidiyor
07.2012 - 10.2015
Bahcesehir University
BSc from Marketing / Communication
01.2003 - 05.2008
Harvard Business School
General Management Program
05.2001 - 05.2010
New York University
from Executive Business English and Global Communication
05.2009
Galatasaray Lisesi
Rifat Can IshakogluE-commerce Expert & Amazon FBA Specialist | Driving Growth through Data-driven Strategies & Customer-centric Approach