Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Yueksel Caliskan is an experienced Commodity Broker with a proven track record of success in the food and agriculture industry. Leveraging his expertise in strategic purchasing, raw material sourcing, and commodity market analysis, he currently serves as a Commodity Broker at MPM GIDA SAN. VE TİC. A.Ş., where he plays a crucial role in optimizing client portfolios and navigating volatile market conditions.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a Commodity Broker at MPM GIDA SAN. VE TİC. A.Ş., Yueksel is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic commodity trading opportunities on behalf of his clients. He utilizes his deep understanding of global supply and demand dynamics, as well as his strong analytical skills, to develop tailored investment strategies that help clients mitigate risk and capitalize on market trends. Yueksel's ability to synthesize complex market data and provide actionable insights has led to significant value creation for his clients.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Yueksel held several notable positions within the industry. As a Commodity Purchaser (Meals&Oils) at BRF, he was responsible for sourcing and procuring critical raw materials, optimizing supply chain logistics, and negotiating favorable contract terms. Before that, he served as a Strategic Purchaser at Power-Packer, where he played a key role in developing and implementing strategic purchasing initiatives that drove cost savings and operational efficiency. Yueksel's earlier experience also includes roles as a Raw Material Purchasing Responsible and a Raw Materials Purchasing Specialist at Keskinoğlu, where he honed his expertise in raw material sourcing and supplier management.
Academic Background
Yueksel holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Marmara University, where he specialized in Supply Chain Management. His academic accomplishments include consistent Dean's List recognition and active involvement in student organizations focused on sustainable business practices.
Areas of Expertise
- Commodity market analysis and forecasting
- Strategic commodity trading and portfolio management
- Raw material sourcing and supply chain optimization
- Contract negotiation and vendor management
- Risk mitigation and hedging strategies
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Yueksel has demonstrated a strong commitment to delivering tangible results for his clients and employers. As a Commodity Purchaser at BRF, he was instrumental in securing critical raw material supplies during a period of global market volatility, ensuring the uninterrupted production of the company's food products. In his previous role at Power-Packer, Yueksel led the implementation of a comprehensive supplier diversification program, which resulted in a 12% reduction in overall material costs and improved supply chain resilience.
Conclusion
Yueksel Caliskan is a seasoned Commodity Broker with a diverse background in the food and agriculture industry. His expertise in strategic purchasing, raw material sourcing, and commodity market analysis, combined with his proven track record of delivering tangible results, make him a valuable asset to his current and future clients. Yueksel is committed to continually expanding his knowledge and leveraging his capabilities to drive sustainable growth and profitability for the organizations he serves.
