Nikolaos Belesis
Business Development & Sales Professional
Athens,Athens
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in sales, procurement, and operational management. Skilled in developing client portfolios, leading negotiations, and improving business processes. Combines banking experience with commercial insight and hands-on operational effectiveness across multiple sectors including food supply, certification services and financial services.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Field Sales / Business Assurance
TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS
01.2023 - Current
- Development of B2B client portfolio and commercial partnerships.
Sales / Purchases – Procurement
CIBO ET VINO Premium Foods
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Supplier management, profitability analysis and operational support.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of premium food products to enhance inventory efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimizing procurement strategies and improving overall profitability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline purchase order processes, reducing lead times and increasing operational effectiveness.
Owner
DIAPLOUS Food Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Founded and operated a food supply business focusing on sales and customer management.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction across service offerings.
- Directed daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while optimizing workflow processes.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment, mentoring staff to enhance service quality and operational performance.
- Managed supplier relationships, negotiating contracts that reduced costs while maintaining high standards of product quality.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, driving revenue growth and expanding service offerings.
Head of Sales Department
Spirit Supplies Ltd
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Established strong relationships with key clients, negotiating contracts that contributed to long-term partnerships and business expansion.
Sales Supervisor
MARFIN EGNATIA BANK
11.2006 - 05.2011
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities, driving strategic initiatives that increased market share and revenue.
Key Account Manager
Millennium Bank
02.2004 - 11.2006
- Cultivated strong relationships with key clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty through personalized account management strategies.
- Managed contract negotiations and renewals, ensuring compliance with service level agreements and aligning client expectations with company capabilities.
Finance Officer
Fiat Credit Hellas
11.1999 - 02.2004
- Developed and implemented internal controls, mitigating financial risks and enhancing overall operational efficiency within the finance department.
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
11.1995
Skills
Sales and negotiation strategies
Supplier management
Operational coordination
Profitability analysis
Customer service excellence
Compliance and quality assurance
Fluent in English
Certification
ALBA / SEV — Sales Effectiveness Program (2023)
Timeline
ESG & Corporate Responsibility (2024)
04-2024
ALBA / SEV — Sales Effectiveness Program (2023)
11-2023
Field Sales / Business Assurance - TÜV AUSTRIA HELLAS
01.2023 - Current
Sales / Purchases – Procurement - CIBO ET VINO Premium Foods
01.2016 - 01.2023
Owner - DIAPLOUS Food Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
Head of Sales Department - Spirit Supplies Ltd
05.2011 - 05.2013
Sales Supervisor - MARFIN EGNATIA BANK
11.2006 - 05.2011
Key Account Manager - Millennium Bank
02.2004 - 11.2006
Finance Officer - Fiat Credit Hellas
11.1999 - 02.2004
Tei - Bachelor of Science, Marketing