Can Gülen

Built and led the financial function for end-to-end (E2E) planning and supply operations, driving cost efficiency and optimizing cash flow in a complex FMCG environment. Partnered closely with cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with overarching business goals, ensuring sustainable financial performance. Partnered with supply chain leaders to deliver cost optimization programs that achieved reduction of >£20 million in recurring annual expenses.

Served as the Finance Business Partner for the Planning & Supply and Product Science functions, providing strategic financial support to optimize cost management and operational efficiency. Focused on controlling and managing key cost areas to drive profitability while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in cost optimization, inventory control, and delivering value through effective financial management across Supply Chain and Product Science functions.

Managed commercial operations across the Caucasus region, including Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, driving business growth and market expansion. Led the development and execution of commercial strategies tailored to local markets while ensuring alignment with overall regional and global objectives. Successfully expanded the company’s footprint in the region, achieving significant growth in sales and brand recognition in the competitive Caucasus markets.

Led financial management and control activities for the Turkey and Caucasus region, establishing robust internal and external reporting frameworks while ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals. Focused on driving financial transparency, optimizing budgeting processes, and evaluating new business opportunities to support strategic growth initiatives.

Managed the financial control and performance analysis of the Sales and Marketing Business Units, ensuring that financial strategies aligned with business objectives to optimize profitability and growth. Played a key role in supporting the commercial teams with financial insights and decision-making to drive effective sales and marketing initiatives.

Led and participated in audits for clients across a range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, and finance, ensuring adherence to IFRS and CMB regulatory requirements. Prepared financial reports and statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and international accounting standards. Identified financial discrepancies, proposed corrective actions, and provided clients with actionable recommendations to improve financial reporting processes.