İlknur Bayar
Ankara
Summary
PMP candidate and results-driven Sales Manager with extensive experience in Information Technologies, including Cybersecurity, Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Generative AI, IoT, Network and System Solutions, ERP. Managing sales especially in government and corporate accounts with strong expertise in demand generation. Preparing tender documents, reviewing specifications, drafting addendum, and participating in bids, and managing product inclusion in the DMO (The State Supply Office) catalog for procurements of ministries, municipalities, and DMO in accordance with the Public Procurement Law. Adopt at building relationships with C-Level executives and key decision-makers, while ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Currently transitioning into Project Management, leveraging strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills to successfully deliver technology-driven projects. Additionally, involved in developing corporate identity and preparing sales presentations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Manager / Technology Consulting
KPMG Turkiye
10.2023 - Current
Senior Manager with strong expertise in Cybersecurity, ERP Implementations, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Twin Consulting, and IoT Technologies. Experienced in leading consulting engagements and delivery programs, ensuring successful execution of complex digital transformation initiatives. Proven track record in business development, client engagement, and revenue oversight, with the ability to align technology solutions with strategic business objectives. Recognized for driving value through innovative solutions, cross-functional team leadership, and long-term client partnerships.
Sales Manager / Data Analytics and AI
D-CAT Technoogies
07.2021 - 09.2023
Results-driven Sales Manager with strong expertise in selling Data Analytics and AI projects to enterprise clients. Proven experience in leading sales teams, managing government and corporate accounts, and building relationships with C-Level executives to drive business growth.
Software Sales Executive / Canias ERP
IAS
02.2021 - 07.2021
Results-driven Sales Manager with proven experience in selling ERP projects to enterprise clients, managing complex sales cycles, and engaging with C-Level executives to deliver business value.
Sales Manager / Cybersecurity
Soder Information Technology
11.2018 - 01.2021
Results-driven Sales Manager with proven experience in selling cybersecurity products and consulting services to enterprise and government clients. Skilled in managing complex sales cycles, building strong C-Level relationships, and driving revenue growth through tailored security solutions.
Sales and Marketing Specialist / IoT and RFID Technologies
GGTEK Advanced Security Technologies
11.2015 - 10.2018
Results-driven Sales Manager with proven experience in selling and implementing IoT and RFID technologies, including both product and project sales. Skilled in managing enterprise accounts, leading sales teams, and engaging with C-Level executives to drive business growth.
Education
Industrial Engineering
Gazi University
01.2015
English
Middle East Technical University
01.2010
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Mamak Cumhuriyet Anatolian High School
01.2008
Skills
- MS Office; Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Visual Basic
- Logo Tiger
- SAP; FI, CO, MM, PP, HR, SD Modules
- CRM; Salesforce, Zoho, TeamGram, Pipedrive
Interests
Latin Dance, Voice Training, Kickboks, Self Improvement and psychology
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
- Istanbul Institute, PMI Certified Project Management Program - 2025, Remote
- SAP Academy, MM/SD Consulting (30 hours) – 2019, Istanbul
- Bilge Adam, Specialist of Financial Accounting and ERP (300 hours) –2015, Ankara
- Bilge Adam, Information Management and Reporting (200 hours) – 2015, Ankara
Ms Word, Ms Excel (Macro), Ms Power Point, Ms Outlook, Ms Access (Macro), SQL
- EF Language Schools, Course of English (B2-Upper Intermediate)–2012, Cambridge/England
Timeline
Senior Manager / Technology Consulting
KPMG Turkiye
10.2023 - Current
Sales Manager / Data Analytics and AI
D-CAT Technoogies
07.2021 - 09.2023
Software Sales Executive / Canias ERP
IAS
02.2021 - 07.2021
Sales Manager / Cybersecurity
Soder Information Technology
11.2018 - 01.2021
Sales and Marketing Specialist / IoT and RFID Technologies
GGTEK Advanced Security Technologies
11.2015 - 10.2018
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Mamak Cumhuriyet Anatolian High School
Industrial Engineering
Gazi University
English
Middle East Technical University