Kubra BALYEMEZ
Supply Chain
Istanbul,34
Summary
Total 5+ years of working experience as an Engineer in Purchasing, Planning and Supply Chain. Main career goal is to be a part of a multinational, versatile, energetic and challenging environment where I can add value, to be an advocate to a truly global vision and enhance my skills accordingly.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Purchasing Engineer
Farba Automotive Inc.
Turkey
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained records of all procurement activities including supplier contracts and purchasing documents
- Builded good working relationships with external parties in the procurement industry and supplier base
- Prepared purchase orders according to specifications provided by internal departments
- Performed market research to identify new sources of supplies or services at competitive prices while optimizing cost
- Collaborated with suppliers on new product development initiatives by providing input on material availability and pricing estimates
- Worked closely with other departments such as finance and engineering in developing and executing strategic plans
- Identified potential risks associated with supply chain operations and developed strategies for emergency scenarios
- Monitored market trends in order to anticipate changes in demand or supply issues that could disrupt operations
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies that align with the organization’s overall goals and objectives
- Monitored related reports and KPIs that are under responsibility and take corrective actions proactively for unachieved goals
- Managed QCDD functions during Project Phase and after Mass Production starts
- Conducted cost calculation, quotation analysis, comparison & verification of supplier cost with respect to part drawing, specs
- Maintained regular price updates for raw materials, exchange rates, labor resource updates.
Senior Material Planning Engineer
Farba Automotive Inc.
Turkey
09.2018 - 04.2023
- Developed and maintained inventory control system to reduce stock levels while ensuring adequate supply of materials
- Analyzed material requirements, determined delivery schedules, and managed inventory accordingly
- Created purchase orders for raw materials and tracked deliveries from suppliers
- Identified root causes of inventory discrepancies and implemented corrective actions
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop efficient processes for forecasting future material needs
- Utilized MRP systems to manage customer demand planning and scheduling activities
- Generated weekly and monthly reports on materials status such as shortages, overstocking
- Assisted in the implementation of continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing excess inventory costs
- Resolved any discrepancy between physical inventory counts and system records quickly and efficiently
- Implemented Kanban systems for replenishment of parts and components to support production operations.
Supply Chain Specialist
Troy Designs Inc.
USA
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify cost reduction opportunities within the supply chain
- Coordinated with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery of goods
- Established relationship with key vendors to negotiate competitive pricing for materials and services
- Identified potential suppliers based on price, quality and delivery requirements.
Sales and Application Engineer
RedoksLab Inc.
Turkey
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Worked with sales team to achieve the sales target of chromatographic instruments such as HPLC, LC-MS/MS and GC-MS
- Experienced in technical training and problem-solving methods of HPLC, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and GC-MS/MS instruments and software
- Executed and presented the laboratory experimental results in group projects
- Qualified in maintenance and operation of analytical instrumentation in an effective way.
Application Engineer
Zivak Technologies
Turkey
06.2010 - 03.2014
- Contributed to the Sales Department for the sales of chromatographic instruments
- Performed the application of experimental designs and protocols on the instruments by using software
- Collaborated with customers to practice the clinical and/or food kits on the instruments including sample preparation and handling skills
- Assisted the Technical Service Team to support the customers on-site and off-site in case of need.
Education
Extension Certificate Program -
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
01.2017
BS in Chemical Engineering -
Yildiz Technical University
01.2010
Skills
- SAP MM
- CANIAS ERP
- Microsoft Office
- Procurement
- Purchasing
- Supply Chain Management
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Bill of Material (BOM)
- Operational Planning
- Time Management
- Logistics Management
- Inventory Management
- Problem Solving
- Teamworking
- Forecasting
- Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Negotiation Skills
Certification
- BMI - Strategic Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
- Cardea Consultancy – Failure Modes and Effective Analysis (FMEA)
- TSC Management Systems Academia – GMP, GLP
- TSC Management Systems Academia – ISO17025 Laboratory Accreditation
- TSC Management Systems Academia – ISO22716 Cosmetic GMP
- Bogazici University Lifelong Learning Center – Woman Entrepreneur Administrator School
Languages
- Turkish, Native
- English, Fluent
References
References will be provided upon request.
Timeline
Senior Purchasing Engineer
Farba Automotive Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Senior Material Planning Engineer
Farba Automotive Inc.
09.2018 - 04.2023
Supply Chain Specialist
Troy Designs Inc.
11.2015 - 02.2017
Sales and Application Engineer
RedoksLab Inc.
03.2014 - 07.2015
Application Engineer
Zivak Technologies
06.2010 - 03.2014
Extension Certificate Program -
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
BS in Chemical Engineering -
Yildiz Technical University