Assistant Sales Manager

About the role

Work model: On-site Assistant Sales Manager (Turkish & Ukrainian Speaker) Location: Şişli, Istanbul (On-site) About Gini Talent Gini Talent is a global recruitment, staffing, and workforce solutions company operating across multiple countries. We support leading international organizations in building high-performing teams through permanent recruitment, staffing, EOR/PEO services, and talent solutions. With a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, we help businesses connect with top talent and drive sustainable growth. Our expertise spans technology, engineering, digital transformation, and business operations. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Assistant Sales Manager position based in Istanbul. About Our Client Our client is an international coffee company specializing in the sourcing, importing, roasting, and distribution of high-quality green and specialty coffee. Working closely with coffee professionals, roasters, and businesses across various markets, they are committed to delivering premium coffee products and exceptional industry expertise. As part of their continued growth in Türkiye, they are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Sales Manager to join their Istanbul office. Position Overview The Assistant Sales Manager will support daily sales operations, logistics activities, and office coordination. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in the coffee industry and looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic international business environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple operational tasks while supporting commercial activities. Prepare and ship coffee samples to customers and business partners Roast sample coffees for internal and external evaluations Support warehouse inventory management and stock tracking Assist in organizing and coordinating cupping sessions Support exhibition, trade fair, and event preparations Source and order merchandise and promotional materials Purchase office supplies and maintain office organization Assist with operational, administrative, and logistics-related activities Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations Support sales activities and customer-related processes when needed Requirements Fluent in Turkish and Ukrainian, both written and spoken Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple operational and logistics-related tasks Proactive and hands-on approach to work Strong communication and coordination skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Nice to Have Interest in the coffee industry Experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or coffee-related businesses Experience in logistics, operations, sales support, or administrative roles Experience working in an international or multicultural environment Basic English proficiency Experience participating in exhibitions, events, or trade fairs