Duygu Demirci
Digital Project Manager
Istanbul
Summary
Developed robust skills in project coordination and digital strategy within fast-paced, technology-focused environment. Successfully led multiple cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated expertise in project planning and stakeholder communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Digital Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
, Istanbul
09.2023 - Current
- A 3% cost reduction was achieved at the Gebze factory through process automation and standardized digital tools. Digitization projects were successfully managed across functions and with vendors, resulting in eliminated manual processes, reduced errors, and increased operational efficiency. Approximately 300 hours/year were eliminated.
- Power Platform solutions (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps), including 20+ reports and 10+ flows, were managed and developed, ensuring 100% uptime and data accuracy. Value-creating projects were delivered, optimizing resource utilization and keeping senior management informed.
- Data-driven decisions were supported through data visualization and reporting. Data analytics were applied in real-world projects, and new digital solutions were pioneered for continuous improvement.
Candidate Engineer in Project Management Team - Long Term
OTOKAR
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new vehicle models, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements, and delivering projects on time and within budget
- In line with the dynamic regulative landscape and the customer needs, created project schemes and monitored their well-functioning
- Led continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and resolving technical issues, and implementing preventive measures, resulting in enhanced product reliability and customer satisfaction
Production Intern
FAF Valve Industry
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted a time study to identify and eliminate waste, optimizing daily operations within the quality control department
- Assisted in various manufacturing processes across the supply chain to sales, collaborating with team members to ensure efficient production
Education
Industrial Engineering B.S. -
Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Turkey 01.2018 - 01.2023
Skills
Microsoft Power Platforms
Project Management
MS Office Programs
SQL
Extra-Curricular Activities
Camp Pocono Trails (3 months) Pennsylvania, USA
Camp Counselor July 2022-September 2022
• Served as a dedicated camp counselor, fostering a safe and inclusive environment through engaging activities that promoted both psychological and physical well-being of campers. Collaborated with senior staff to plan and implement dynamic daily programs.
-imeceLAB Istanbul,Turkey
Trainee 2022 - 2022
• Sustainable Future Training Program is a 3-week program that includes training about social and environmental topics such as equality and inclusivity, climate change, systems thinking, and design thinking by also engaging sustainability-related issues and completing the final project at the end of the program.
-Yetkin Gençler Istanbul, Turkey
Trainee 2022 – 2022
• YetGen is a 12-week 21st Century Competencies Training Program where pieces of training such as Effective Presentation Techniques, Teamwork, Career Planning, Excel, Information / Media / Finance Literacy, Social Innovation, and GirişGen process have been organized.
• Associated into the assignments given during the program, and learned to establish insights about enterprise related focus of the UN Sustainable Development Goals within the GirişGen process.
Engelsiz ODTÜ Ankara, Turkey
Volunteer May 2021- July 2023
• Participated in the organization process of the weekly events that contribute the wellbeing of the disabled people that have been monitored by the entity. Learned Turkish Sign Language for 6 months.
TEMA Istanbul, Turkey
Environment Volunteer January 2021-Present
• Engaged as an enthusiastic environment volunteer, actively participating in conservation projects, organizing awareness campaigns, and advocating for sustainable practices to protect and preserve natural ecosystems.
Certification
Artificial Intelligence: Accelerator - Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Timeline
Artificial Intelligence: Accelerator - Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
11-2024
Digital Project Manager
Procter & Gamble
09.2023 - Current
Candidate Engineer in Project Management Team - Long Term
OTOKAR
02.2023 - 08.2023
Production Intern
FAF Valve Industry
08.2021 - 09.2021
Industrial Engineering B.S. -
Middle East Technical University
01.2018 - 01.2023