Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Languages
Swimming, Knitting, CMAS certified 1- star diver
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Hatice Çambel

Hatice Çambel

Food Engineer
Istanbul,34

Summary

I am a Food Engineering professional with experience in R&D and project management in the European snack food industry. I am seeking opportunities where I can be creative, constantly learning, and develop/discover myself, and to have a job where I can use my engineering knowledge.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

R&D Asst Engineer

PepsiCo Fritolay
2024.01 - Current

• Supported the development and implementation of innovation, renovation, and optimization projects to comply with nutritional standards from ideation to launch.

• Managed a diverse project portfolio for Europe Sector snack food brands; Walkers, Cheetos, Doritos, Lays, Ruffles, Sensations, Wotsits, Quavers, and Twistos.

• Coordinated all aspects of project execution, including managing documentation from raw material suppliers, overseeing pilot/plant trials in factories and co-manufacturers, and facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams and stakeholders across various levels.

R&D Specialist

PepsiCo Fritolay
2022.10 - 2024.01

• Creating and updating product specifications for Europe Region.

• Coordinating specification approval workflows within SAP with Product Developers, Food Safety, Regulatory and Quality. Assurance to ensure all specifications are approved within required project timelines.

Business Unit Assistant

Döhler Group
2021.12 - 2022.07

• Actively assisted in overseeing the entire production process of fruit juice and puree products, from raw material selection to final packaging.

Education

Master of Science - Food Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Türkiye
2001.04 -

Bachelor of Science - Food Engineering

Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Türkiye
2001.04 -

Skills

    Fast Learner

    Adaptability

    Ability to Work Under Pressure

    Communication

    Dedicated team player

    Project Management Skills

    Initiative and Problem-solving Abilities

Languages

Turkish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Swimming, Knitting, CMAS certified 1- star diver

I enjoy swimming regularly to maintain physical and mental fitness, knitting as a creative and relaxing activity, and exploring underwater ecosystems as a CMAS certified 1-star diver, which has fostered my sense of adventure and resilience.

Timeline

R&D Asst Engineer

PepsiCo Fritolay
2024.01 - Current

R&D Specialist

PepsiCo Fritolay
2022.10 - 2024.01

Business Unit Assistant

Döhler Group
2021.12 - 2022.07

Master of Science - Food Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
2001.04 -

Bachelor of Science - Food Engineering

Middle East Technical University
2001.04 -
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