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Ece Öğüten

Ece Öğüten

Senior Marketing Communications And Retail Marketing Specialist
İstanbul

Summary

Retail Marketing and Brand Communications professional with hands-on experience in Direct-to-Consumer channels, retail activations and integrated marketing campaigns. Strong background in coordinating global and local agencies, executing in-store and window communication, and delivering retail excellence across physical touchpoints. Proven ability to manage campaign calendars, budgets and cross-functional stakeholders while driving store traffic and brand consistency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Senior Brand Communications Specialist

Eczacıbaşı Yapı Gereçleri
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed retail marketing communication strategies for DTC and dealer channels, ensuring brand consistency across window displays, in-store communication and POS materials.
  • Coordinated global and local agencies for localization, design adaptation, production and timely delivery of retail marketing assets.
  • Led the development and execution of retail-focused BTL campaigns, enhancing consumer experience at points of sale, DIY channels and customer touchpoints.
  • Prepared local window activation and in-store communication briefs in line with global brand toolkits and campaign guidelines.
  • Ensured correct usage and implementation of all visual assets across authorized sales points and dealers.
  • Managed campaign calendars in coordination with global teams, ensuring alignment between HUB, merchandising and local execution teams.
  • Analyzed campaign performance and retail KPIs, providing insights and action plans to improve store traffic and engagement.
  • Tracked and managed communication and trade marketing budgets across all retail executions.
  • Supported global product launches and brand image campaigns with localized retail communication plans.

Marketing Communications and Retail Marketing Specialist

VESTEL
11.2021 - 08.2024
  • Ensured strong brand presence and sell-through across Direct-to-Consumer retail channels by planning and executing in-store, window and POS/POP communication in line with global and local campaign pillars.
  • Led the planning and execution of retail marketing activations across physical stores, combining global toolkits with locally tailored ideas to maximize consumer engagement and store traffic.
  • Coordinated seamlessly with creative, digital, ATL, BTL and retail agencies throughout briefing, debriefing, execution and post-campaign evaluation processes.
  • Worked cross-functionally with VM, Sales, E-commerce and Marketing teams to ensure retail excellence and consistent brand execution across all touchpoints.
  • Prepared and managed annual communication plans and budgets, tracking spend across retail marketing executions.
  • Developed and implemented window, in-store communication and visual merchandising guidelines aligned with corporate identity and brand standards.
  • Supported new store openings and refits by delivering trade marketing assets on time and in full, ensuring correct implementation in-store.
  • Monitored campaign performance and consumer response, providing insights and optimization recommendations based on retail KPIs.
  • Contributed to the overall retail strategy by translating market trends and customer insights into actionable retail communication solutions.

Account Executive

TBWA ISTANBUL
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Managed ATL and BTL communication projects for leading brands, coordinating briefing, execution and delivery processes with creative teams.
  • Acted as the main point of contact between clients and internal teams, ensuring smooth workflow and on-time delivery.
  • Supported campaign planning and execution stages, including production coordination and post-campaign reporting.
  • Collaborated closely with Brand Directors to align creative output with brand strategy and campaign objectives.

Social Media Specialist

INSPRAD
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Responsible for implementing and monitoring social media campaigns.
  • Set up strategies in line with the brand's personality and targeted audience.
  • Prepared weekly and monthly social media content.
  • Develop and implement the social media strategy.


Brands: Turkcell - Dergilik / Dinlebi

Jr. Account Executive

K A R P A T Independent Advertising Agency
05.2019 - 06.2020
  • Responsible for daily operations, encompassing both ATL and BTL.
  • Prepared work plans for the creative team and conducted briefings aligned with brand demands and expectations.
  • Engaged in discussions regarding advertising strategy with brands and spearheaded campaign development.
  • Kept clients informed about project progress and provided regular reports, including status updates and work plans.
  • Ensured timely delivery of projects to clients.
  • Played an active role in both brand positioning and brand management.


Brands: Vakıf Emeklilik / COLIN’s / Pastavilla / UNFPA / Yesilay / DOQU Home / Alfemo

Intern

BGA Partners
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Authored news bulletins and blogs.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to inform brand positioning strategies.
  • Prepared social media reports and monthly plans.


Brands: Burgu and Tangoo Arjaan / Pera Palace Hotel

Education

MS - Marketing Communications

Istanbul Bilgi University
İstanbul
01.2020

BS - Political Science and Public Administration

Bilkent University
Ankara, Turkey
01.2018

Skills

LANGUAGE

Certification

That’s the Academy - Digital Marketing Communications

PERSONAL TRAITS

  • Team Worker & Problem-Solver
  • Patient
  • Eager to Learn & Hardworking
  • Strong Organizational Skills

Timeline

Senior Brand Communications Specialist

Eczacıbaşı Yapı Gereçleri
08.2024 - Current

Marketing Communications and Retail Marketing Specialist

VESTEL
11.2021 - 08.2024

Account Executive

TBWA ISTANBUL
01.2021 - 11.2021

Social Media Specialist

INSPRAD
06.2020 - 10.2020

Jr. Account Executive

K A R P A T Independent Advertising Agency
05.2019 - 06.2020

That’s the Academy - Digital Marketing Communications

04-2019

Intern

BGA Partners
01.2019 - 05.2019

That’s the Academy with Haluk Sicimoğlu - Brand Strategy Lab

12-2018

Bilkent University - Transdisciplinary Senior Project 2nd Prize

12-2017

Başkent Communication Academy - Dubbing Certificate

11-2014

MS - Marketing Communications

Istanbul Bilgi University

BS - Political Science and Public Administration

Bilkent University

Work Availability

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Languages

English
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Ece ÖğütenSenior Marketing Communications And Retail Marketing Specialist