ELİF BİZKEVELCİOĞLU
İSTANBUL,İSTANBUL
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Kalyon İnşaat
12.2024 - Current
- Lead the full procurement cycle- from initial request and specification review to obtaining quotes, negotiating contracts, issuing purchase orders and managing deliveries.
- Negotiated pricing and payment terms with suppliers, conducting detailed cost and scenario analysis to inform procurement strategies.
- Conducted market research to identify and evaluate potential suppliers for materials and equipment, enhancing supplier selection process.
- Monitored market conditions, price trends, and new suppliers, preparing comparative analysis reports to support data-driven decision-making in procurement and project management.
- Oversee the accurate preparation and processing of purchase orders. Manage all related documentation, ensuring proper approvals and adherence to budgetary constraints.
- Proactively follow up on orders status and resolve and supply-related issues.
Commercial Specialist
Yeka RES Elektrik Üretim A.Ş.
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented commercial strategies aligned with company goals, expanding market reach.
- Conducted market research to identify potential business opportunities.
- Analysed industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
- Prepared and managed competitive bids, proposals and tenders.
- Draft, review and manage commercial contracts.
- Managed the full procurement cycle for key categories from sourcing to contract management.
- Developed a comprehensive supplier portfolio to ensure consistent quality.
- Provided regular updates through weekly meeting reports for the project team.
Executive Assistant
Kalyon Energy
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed and maintained complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appoinments and commitments with a high degree of accuracy and discretion.
- Managed communications as the primary point of contact.
- Acted as a key liaison between the executives and internal departments as well as external partners and organizations.
- Arranged detailed domestic and international travel itineraries, including flights, accommodationsi ground transportation and visa processing.
- Supported project teams by participating in meetingsi tracking deliverables and providing administrative oversight.
Assistant Coordinator
Türkiye Basım Yayın Meslek Birliği
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Facilitated communication with foreign publishers and copyright agencies to enhance collaboration.
- Developed and maintained the CRM database for efficient participant tracking.
- Prepared and submit daily reports to the Coordination Committee.
- Managed social media activities.
- Developed content and managed social media accounts to engage the audience.
- Monitored and updated website content to ensure accuracy and relevance.
- Controlled national and international participation accounts and their registration process.
- Managed and controlling WhatsApp Support of Istanbul Fellowship Program.,
- Visited the Turkish publishers and agencies.
- I worked as an assistant coordinator of Istanbul Fellowship Programme which is initiated by Turkish Press Publisher Copyright&Licencing Society. It is an international organization about copyright exchange.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Trade and Management
ISTANBUL ŞEHIR UNIVERSITY
Istanbul, 342017
Diploma of Higher Education - LOCAL ADMINISTRATION
TRAKYA UNIVERSITY
Edirne, 222010
Diploma of Higher Education - Vocational High School
GEBZE ANADOLU İMAM HATİP LİSESİ
Gebze, 412008
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Certification
- KOÇ University - Koç University Executive Development Programs and the British Institute for Procurement and Supply (CIPS) (2 weeks, Sep / 2025)
- Perception Management- Ali Saydam ( 1 day - 2017 )
- Body Language and Diction ( Cem Ogretir- 1 day March / 2017 )
- European Union and Balkan Relations in Trakya University ( 3 days- 2010 )
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Kalyon İnşaat
12.2024 - Current
Commercial Specialist
Yeka RES Elektrik Üretim A.Ş.
12.2022 - 12.2024
Executive Assistant
Kalyon Energy
06.2019 - 12.2022
Assistant Coordinator
Türkiye Basım Yayın Meslek Birliği
07.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Trade and Management
ISTANBUL ŞEHIR UNIVERSITY
Diploma of Higher Education - LOCAL ADMINISTRATION
TRAKYA UNIVERSITY
Diploma of Higher Education - Vocational High School
GEBZE ANADOLU İMAM HATİP LİSESİ