Global Trade Consultant | Istanbul, Türkiye
Your Trade Operations Partner in Türkiye
International sourcing, import-export operations, and cross-border shipments are coordinated across Türkiye, China, and 55+ markets. From identifying reliable Turkish manufacturers to managing logistics and customs clearance, practical trade expertise is brought together under one point of contact.
One experienced partner. Clear coordination. Reliable execution.
Active across
Four ways your trade operations can be carried
From finding the right Turkish manufacturer to clearing goods through customs, the full trade cycle is covered hands-on.
Turkey Sourcing & Supplier Management
Find, vet and manage the right Turkish manufacturers. From first sample to loaded container, with your interests represented on the ground.
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Import & Export Operations Management
Your outsourced trade operations department in Türkiye. Orders, documents, freight and customs run by a 15-year operator.
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Supplier Consolidation & Supply Chain
Multiple suppliers, one clean shipment. Consolidation, kitting and direct distribution, proven across 6 destination markets.
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Customs & Trade Compliance Consulting
Incoterms, documentation, transit regimes and bonded warehouses. Compliance that prevents delays instead of explaining them.
Explore serviceA clear process from first call to delivered goods
No black box. You see every step, every document and every cost.
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Discovery call
We map your product, target markets and current pain points in a free 30 minute call.
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Scope & plan
You receive a written action plan with timeline, cost structure and clear responsibilities.
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Execution
Sourcing, shipping, documentation and customs work are run directly with vetted partners.
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Reporting
Weekly status updates and KPI reports keep you in control without chasing anyone.
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Continuity
Ongoing operations management or handover with documented processes. Your choice.
Why Selçuk
15 years inside real trade operations, not behind a desk
Experience grew from import-export specialist to global trade manager running operations across 55+ countries, with direct dealings with suppliers in China, customs brokers in Istanbul and distributors in Riyadh, Moscow and Milan.
About Selçuk Çiğdem- Full trade cycle ownership from purchase order to final warehouse receipt
- 300+ international shipments coordinated every year with on-time, compliant execution
- Multi-supplier consolidation projects managed directly in China
- Transit trade and bonded warehouse operations for tax-efficient flows
- Logistics cost reductions of 10% through freight planning and carrier negotiation
- KPI and fulfillment reporting that feeds straight into management decisions
Results from the field
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Supplier Consolidation
From Multiple Manufacturers to Direct International Distribution
Products from multiple manufacturers in China were consolidated and shipped directly to distributors in six destination markets, without passing through the domestic warehouse in Türkiye.
6 Destination Markets
Logistics Cost Optimization
Reducing Logistics Costs Across 300+ Annual Shipments
Freight routes, shipment schedules, and commercial terms were reviewed to control rising logistics costs while on-time delivery performance was maintained.
10% Logistics Cost Reduction
Transit Trade & Bonded Warehousing
Maintaining Reliable Supply Across 55+ Markets
Transit trade and bonded warehouse operations were coordinated under the applicable customs procedures, supporting continuity of supply.
55+ Countries Served
Questions international clients ask
Can you work with companies outside Türkiye?
Yes. Most work is for international companies that buy from, sell to or ship through Türkiye and Asia. Support is provided remotely in English and Turkish, aligned to your time zone, with a presence on the ground in Istanbul whenever physical attendance is needed.
What does a typical engagement look like?
It usually starts with a defined project such as finding a supplier, fixing a customs problem or setting up a shipping lane. Many clients then continue on a monthly retainer, with trade operations in Türkiye managed on their behalf.
Do you replace a freight forwarder or customs broker?
No. They are coordinated and supervised on your behalf. Vetted forwarders and brokers are selected, rates are negotiated, every document is checked and nothing is allowed to slip. You keep one point of contact instead of five.
Which industries do you cover?
Trade operations have been managed for optical products, hygiene technologies and consumer goods, and the process skills transfer across industries. If your product needs special certification, you are told honestly what can and cannot be covered.
How do your fees work?
Project work is quoted as a fixed fee after the discovery call. Ongoing operations management is a monthly retainer. You always see the scope and the price in writing before we start.
How fast can you start?
A discovery call can usually happen within 2 or 3 business days. For urgent customs or shipment problems, the aim is to respond the same day.