Lean and Digital Transformation Management & Change Leadership
Gözde ÖZDEMİR
Industrial Engineer & Mechanical Engineer
İstanbul
Summary
Professional with strong background in driving organizational change and process optimization. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration to meet evolving business needs. Highly skilled in project management, and stakeholder engagement, consistently delivering impactful results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lean Transformation Manager
FLO GROUP
12.2023 - Current
- Completed 360-degree process documentation at FLO Group headquarters, including procedures, instructions, process flowcharts, guidelines, forms, and checklists.
- Conducted a comprehensive analysis of existing processes, bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and value streams, identifying value-adding and non-value-adding activities.
- Developed a lean transformation roadmap aligned with the organization's culture and dynamics, defining targeted improvement projects.
- Designed a Lean Six Sigma-based training program to enhance employees' process improvement mindset and drive cultural transformation. Company-wide training sessions are scheduled to launch in 2025.
Lean Manufacturing Executive
DOĞANLAR MOBİLYA GRUBU
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Led the implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies at DOĞTAŞ production facility, driving operational excellence across Panel, Upholstery, and Mattress production lines.
- Developed value stream maps to analyze the current state, identify bottlenecks, and eliminate waste, resulting in efficiency improvements and quality enhancements.
- Designed future state value stream maps and executed action plans with top management approval.
- Delivered lean manufacturing training programs and engaged employees in continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen, 5S, VSM, Standardized Work, and SMED.
- Fostered leadership commitment and employee engagement to embed lean principles into the organizational culture, ensuring the sustainability of the transformation.
Packaging Design and Planning Engineer
BOSCH SANAYİ VE TİCARET A.Ş.
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Managed the returnable packaging loop for raw material procurement at Bosch Injector Plant, overseeing 100+ suppliers across Europe.
- Led budget planning, damaged packaging disposal, and supplier performance evaluations, ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
- Coordinated inspection and cleaning services for packaging materials to meet injector production precision standards.
- Identified and implemented process improvement opportunities while optimizing operations through make-or-buy decision projects.
- Provided support in one-way customer packaging materials planning and actively participated in Bosch Birİz Volunteer Club initiatives.
Industrial Engineer – Production Control
TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING TURKEY
03.2012 - 10.2017
- Successfully completed Toyota's 18-month graduate development program, gaining experience in Production Control across three roles: Japan Parts Supply Management, External Logistics, and Packaging Loop Management.
- Managed raw material procurement from Japan in line with Heijunka and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles, preventing stock overflow and shortages.
- Monitored logistics KPIs, optimized operations through feasibility analysis, and presented monthly cost reports to top management.
- Conducted packaging loop analyses, managed returnable packaging budgets, and executed distribution plans for new projects.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and operational performance.
Process Engineer – Welding Shop
FORD OTOSAN
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Led the Bodyside and Sliding Door Variability Reduction Team in the welding shop, resolving chronic quality issues and enhancing production processes.
- Collaborated with the Vehicle Engineering Variability Reduction Team to improve product consistency and reduce variability across manufacturing operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
DOKUZ EYLÜL ÜNİVERSİTESİ
04.2001 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
DOKUZ EYLÜL ÜNİVERSİTESİ
04.2001 - 07.2010
Skills
Lean six sigma
Digital transformation
Teamwork and collaboration
Positive attitude
Problem-solving
Time management
Business analysis
Analytical skills
Project planning
Customer focus
Data analytics
Organizational development
Interests
Film Analysis & Creative Literacy
Holistic Well-being & Strong Nation Training
Timeline
Lean Transformation Manager
FLO GROUP
12.2023 - Current
Lean Manufacturing Executive
DOĞANLAR MOBİLYA GRUBU
08.2021 - 11.2023
Packaging Design and Planning Engineer
BOSCH SANAYİ VE TİCARET A.Ş.
11.2017 - 08.2021
Industrial Engineer – Production Control
TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING TURKEY
03.2012 - 10.2017
Process Engineer – Welding Shop
FORD OTOSAN
08.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
DOKUZ EYLÜL ÜNİVERSİTESİ
04.2001 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
DOKUZ EYLÜL ÜNİVERSİTESİ
04.2001 - 07.2010