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Burhan Furkan ARIKAN

Burhan Furkan ARIKAN

Mechanical Engineer
Ankara

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Purchasing Manager (Chemical and Electrical Compon

Türktraktör
01.2021 - Current
  • Oversee procurement operations for chemical and electrical components,
  • Lead a team of 9 engineers, providing guidance and support in strategic procurement activities.
  • Manage relationships with over 200 suppliers, both on contract and procurement sides, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards compliance.
  • Monitor current economic trends to assess part prices and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
  • Develop sourcing strategies based on supplier quantities, footprints, and market trends, with a focus on creating alternative sourcing routes for critical parts.

Supplier Quality Supervisor

Türktraktör
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Oversaw supplier quality assurance activities, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications.
  • Led cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to drive continuous improvement.

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Türktraktör
11.2016 - 08.2018
  • Conducted supplier audits and assessments to evaluate performance and capability.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance supplier reliability and product quality.
  • Collaborated with suppliers on process optimization and defect prevention strategies.

Receiving Quality Engineer

Türktraktor
04.2014 - 11.2016
  • Managed incoming inspection processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Analyzed quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Production Engineer

AKSA-MAGNET
01.2012 - 12.2013
  • Optimized production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
  • Conducted root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions to resolve production issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Sakarya Universitesi
Sakarya
05.2012

Skills

  • Strategic procurement and sourcing
  • Timeline

    Purchasing Manager (Chemical and Electrical Compon

    Türktraktör
    01.2021 - Current

    Supplier Quality Supervisor

    Türktraktör
    08.2018 - 12.2020

    Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

    Türktraktör
    11.2016 - 08.2018

    Receiving Quality Engineer

    Türktraktor
    04.2014 - 11.2016

    Production Engineer

    AKSA-MAGNET
    01.2012 - 12.2013

    Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

    Sakarya Universitesi
    Burhan Furkan ARIKANMechanical Engineer