DIYAR KALKAN
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
Istanbul
Summary
8 years of SAP implementations experience varying from classic typical SAP ERP implementation to developing highly customized applications for industry wide Sales & Distribution processes. (SAP ECC, S4 HANA, Integration with C4C). I was worked biggest HANA projects in Turkey and at the same time I was part of some international projects. Countries other than Turkey that I have done projects and support are; African countries, Arabic countries, Germany, USA, England, Australia, Belgium. On SD side I was worked on order, delivery, billing, pricing, FSCM (Credit management’s SD side), variant configuration and variant pricing, Inter-cross company processes, Integration with 3rd party systems, sales related custom outputs and reports (including query report), quotation processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
Siemens Healthineers
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
- Change implementation management and new design for custom processes and main cockpit screens.
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
NTT DATA BS
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Blueprint prepare and process analysis/improvement with business teams.
- Documentation including user guide, functional/technical spekt, test scenarios, new design.
- CVI Conversion
- Custom Fiori App Test Upgrade for Hana
- Direct Store Delivery (DSD) Process Testing
- Hypercare support
- All SD related customizing, enhancement, development responsiblity.
- 3rd party integration for shipping process.
- Financial Supply Chain Management design for sales with finance business steakholders and consultants collaboration.
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
RAM Export Sales
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by regularly updating knowledge on relevant SAP modules and industry trends.
- Configured and customized SAP modules to align with client business processes.
- Architected SAP solutions by prioritizing simplicity, appropriate scale, resiliency and maintainability.
- Designed deployment automation solutions to expedite implementation of SAP solutions.
- Documented and maintained technical specifications for SAP applications.
- Improved system stability by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing preventive measures.
Senior SD Consultant
Solvia Digital Solutions
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges with strategic recommendations.
- Part of International Rollouts for Doehler AG Company for UK, Australia&New Zeeland, Brazil organizations.
- S4 Hana related new topics implementation like new Credit Management, Condition Contract Management, Business Partner structure.
- Responsible for end to end, blueprint-unit test-user acceptance test-go-live-hpercare support.
- Collaborated with global headquarter teams to new enhancement,requirement and change management.
- Improved organizational efficiency, overhauling outdated operational procedures with innovative, tech-driven solutions with using company global template but also local solutions.
- Lead cross-functional teams in execution of strategic projects, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
Senior SD Consultant
Cozumevi Consulting
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Manage communication with Global IT teams for customer as Lead consultant. Make desicions with them for new local solutions with using global template and SAP best practice.
- Handled change management tasks effectively, addressing stakeholder concerns while keeping projects on track.
- Collaborated with technical teams to develop customized enhancements that further streamlined business operations.
- Established strong working relationships with key stakeholders by consistently delivering reliable guidance on all aspects related to their use of SAP SD applications.
- Improved data accuracy with thorough master data maintenance and validation processes.
- Successfully led multiple full-cycle SAP implementations, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruptions to operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP SD modules with other systems.
- Streamlined order processing by implementing efficient SAP SD solutions.
- Assisted in the migration of legacy systems to updated versions of SAP, leading to increased efficiency within the organization.
- Identified areas for improvement in business processes, developing tailored SAP SD solutions accordingly.
SD Consultant
Detaysoft Consulting
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Handled change management tasks effectively, addressing stakeholder concerns while keeping projects on track.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing exceptional support throughout each project''s lifecycle.
- Optimized pricing procedures by configuring and customizing complex pricing conditions in the SAP system.
- Developed detailed project plans and managed deadlines, ensuring timely completion of all deliverables.
- Resolved critical issues promptly, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency across the organization.
- Facilitated smooth go-live activities by conducting rigorous testing and quality assurance checks during implementation phases.
- Optimized inventory control processes through accurate configuration of material determination procedures in the SAP environment.
- Supported successful software upgrades by proactively identifying potential risks, troubleshooting issues as they arose, and facilitating a seamless transition process.
- Conducted comprehensive SAP SD training sessions for end-users to improve their system proficiency.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely delivery of projects and effective communication with clients.
- Delivered SAP training, user support and knowledge transfer at end of project and followed up to verify successful implementation.
- Multitasked and managed multiple deliverables and projects concurrently and facilitated use of SAP for enterprise resource planning.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Business Informatics
Marmara University
Istanbul, Turkey01-2018
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Client engagement
- Expertise in Microsoft Office applications
- Critical analysis
- Strategic decision-making
- Team leadership & development
- Strategic workload organization
Timeline
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
NTT DATA BS
03.2024 - 07.2025
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
RAM Export Sales
06.2023 - 03.2024
Freelance Senior SD Consultant
Siemens Healthineers
10.2022 - Current
Senior SD Consultant
Solvia Digital Solutions
01.2022 - 10.2022
Senior SD Consultant
Cozumevi Consulting
02.2021 - 12.2021
SD Consultant
Detaysoft Consulting
01.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor Degree - Business Informatics
Marmara University