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Naz Hazal Sayin

Naz Hazal Sayin

Senior Product Manager
Kadıköy

Summary

Energetic and strategic thinker with passion for driving product innovation and aligning business goals. Possesses deep understanding of market analysis and product lifecycle management, coupled with skills in agile methodologies and user experience design. Committed to delivering impactful solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and drive company growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Lead of Product

Borusan Otomotiv
08.2023 - 12.2024

Company Overview Borusan Next | www.borusannext.com | Mobile Applications

  • Product Leadership: Played a key role in developing Borusan Next's operating model and go-to-market strategy. Oversaw the successful launch and rollout of the borusannext.com platform and Borusan Next mobile applications.
  • Platform Strategy: Positioned Borusan Next as an omni-channel used car platform addressing the entire value chain for both individual customers and businesses.
  • Product Lifecycle Management: Led products from concept to launch, including market research, competitive analysis, product planning, execution, and iterative improvements.
  • Vision & Strategy: Defined product vision and roadmap aligned with customer needs, market trends, and business objectives.
  • Market Leadership: Conducted ongoing competitor analysis, identifying growth opportunities and enhancing the platform to maintain competitive edge.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnered with sales and marketing teams to execute strategies that drove revenue growth and customer engagement.
  • Data-driven Decisions: Collected and analyzed customer feedback, usage data, and KPIs to inform product improvements and ensure alignment with customer expectations.
  • Product Backlog & Prioritization: Managed and prioritized product backlogs, ensuring effective delivery and stakeholder communication.
  • Performance Monitoring: Continuously tracked product performance and took proactive measures to resolve challenges and optimize results.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Led and mentored management trainees, fostering their professional growth and preparing them for leadership roles.
  • UX Design Collaboration: Collaborated with UX teams to implement user-centric design solutions
  • Conducted A/B tests to optimize user experiences
  • Translated UX research findings into actionable product improvements
  • Integrated UX wireframes and prototypes into development workflows
  • Enhanced user journeys through iterative design feedback loops

Key Skills: Product Lifecycle Management | Market Research & Analysis | Product Roadmap Development | Data-Driven Decision Making | Omni-Channel Strategy | Competitive Benchmarking | Agile Methodologies | Stakeholder Management | Team Leadership | KPI Monitoring | UX Design Collaboration

Business Transformation Manager / Product Manager

Borusan Otomotiv
11.2021 - 07.2023

Company Overview Borusan Next | Borusan Araç İhale

  • Product Leadership: Played a key role in developing Borusan Next's operating model and go-to-market strategy. Oversaw the successful launch and rollout of the borusannext.com platform and Borusan Next mobile applications.
  • Platform Strategy: Positioned Borusan Next as an omni-channel used car platform addressing the entire value chain for both individual customers and businesses.
  • Strategic Project Delivery: Executed critical web and mobile projects across B2B, Auction, B2C, and C2B models using Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring speed, adaptability, and alignment with business needs.
  • End-to-End Management: Led strategic initiatives, establishing and managing dynamic governance structures tailored to evolving conditions.
  • Product Lifecycle Management: Delivered products from concept to launch through market research, competitive analysis, planning, and execution.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with stakeholders, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive high-impact outcomes and foster continuous improvement.
  • Portfolio & Program Management: Oversaw project portfolios and reporting to maintain alignment with business goals.
  • Data-driven Decisions: Monitored KPIs, customer feedback, and market trends to optimize product performance and decision-making.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Developed and mentored management trainees, preparing them for leadership roles.

Key Skills: Product Lifecycle Management | Strategic Project Delivery | Agile & Waterfall Methodologies | Portfolio & Program Management | Market Research & Analysis | Data-Driven Decision Making | Omni-Channel Strategy | Competitive Benchmarking | Stakeholder Management | Cross-functional Collaboration | Continuous Improvement | KPI Monitoring

Project Manager

Bilkom (Koc Group Company)
12.2019 - 11.2021
  • Project Leadership: Successfully led planning and execution of web and mobile projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
  • Stakeholder Management: Coordinated staff, external resources, and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and clear communication throughout project lifecycles.
  • Process Optimization: Designed risk mitigation plans, optimized workflows, and implemented cost-saving actions to meet project budgets.
  • Performance Monitoring: Oversaw project progress, conducted reviews, and delivered detailed reports to executive teams for decision-making.
  • Growth & Innovation: Secured growth opportunities by initiating new projects and driving process improvements.
  • Key Projects: Closed Market Place (B2B), www.loncamarket.com (2021 London Best Business Awards - Best New Business), Bilkom Online (B2B), Digital HR Tool Implementation (HR Edition - KocSistem), and Robotic Process Automation Projects.

Product Analyst

Bilkom (Koc Group Company)
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Data Analysis, User Research, Requirement Gathering, Feature Prioritization, Documentation, Communication, A/B Testing and Experimentation, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration

Product Analyst

Borusan Otomotiv
06.2016 - 02.2019
  • Data-Driven Product Development: Conducted data analysis, user research, and requirement gathering to define and prioritize features that align with business goals.
  • A/B Testing & Optimization: Led A/B testing and experimentation to improve user experience and drive continuous product improvements.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with stakeholders, developers, and design teams to deliver projects effectively and on time.
  • Documentation & Communication: Created detailed documentation, ensuring clear communication of requirements and updates to all stakeholders.
  • Key Projects: Delivered BMW, Mini, Jaguar, and Land Rover online sales platforms (B2C), used car stock listing platform, and Dealer Management System Implementation for key dealers including Borusan Oto Samandira, Borusan Oto Vadi Istanbul, and others.

Education

Certificate - Advertisement Design and Communication

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey
05.2010 - 06.2015

High School - Physical Sciences

Final Colleges

Skills

Product Lifecycle Management

Market Research & Analysis

Product Roadmap Development

Data-Driven Decision Making

Omni-Channel Strategy

Competitive Benchmarking

Agile Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

KPI Monitoring

UX Design Collaboration

Product launch (0-1) experience

Product Marketing (SEO, Conversion Optimization etc)

B2B, B2C, C2B, Auction

Qualificationcertificates

  • Brand and Product Management, Ie Business School (Coursera), 10/01/23, E4XJ5EZJMBPE
  • CPM - Temel Proje Yönetimi ve Çevik Eğitimi, Liderler ve Projeler Platformu, 03/01/24
  • Koç Dialogues Development Program, Koc Holding Company, 12/01/20 - 03/01/21, 30384785
  • Project Management Certificate (PMI - 66 Hours), Istanbul Technical University, 10/01/20 - 12/31/20
  • Agile & Scrum, Training4Agile, 03/01/17
  • Six Sigma Green Belt, Borusan Automotive, 08/01/17
  • Cambridge Certificate, EF International Language Centers, 01/01/12 - 02/29/12

Trainingsandcertificates

  • Perceptual Behavioral Management for Leaders, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (Borusan Akademi), 10/01/24
  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, FranklinCovey Turkey, 12/01/20
  • Conflict Management and Negotiation, SRL Consulting, 12/01/20
  • Resilience, Sinerji Consulting, 12/01/20
  • Building Business Acumen, FranklinCovey Turkey, 11/01/20
  • Growth Mindset, Nar Consulting, 05/01/20
  • Mindfulness - Resilience, Management Centre Turkey, 12/01/19
  • Effective Communication Techniques Training on Phone, BrainArt HR Consulting, 03/01/16
  • Insights, Reporter Gözde Berber, 02/01/16

Membership

  • Mentor Program (Borusan Kocabıyık Foundation)
  • Koç Group Sports Club (Tennis Player)
  • Borusan Sports Club (Tennis Player)

Aboutmeandskills

I have more than 8 years of work experience in project & product management in Automotive and ICT Industries. I have worked with strong strategic insight and operational skills to contribute to the companies' growth objectives. I have experience in product management and focus on inspiring and supporting the development of my colleagues. Effective collaborator with a track record of working seamlessly with both technical and non-technical teams to drive product excellence and achieve business goals. Adept in Agile methodologies., Agile Leadership, Mentorship, Product Management, Project Management, Product launch (0-1) experience, Product Marketing (SEO, Conversion Optimization etc.), Product Operations, User Experience, Business Development, Brand management, B2B, B2C, C2B, Auction, Marketplace web and mobile apps, Electronic Payments and Logistic Process, Regulatory Requirements

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/06/91
  • Marital Status: Single

Certification

Brand and Product Management by Ie Business School (Coursera)

Interests

Playing tennis

Playing tennis

Koç Group Sports Club (Tennis Player)

Borusan Sports Club (Tennis Player)

Timeline

Perceptual Behavioral Management for Leadets (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) (Borusan Akademi)

10-2024

CPM - Temel Proje Yönetimi ve Çevik Eğitimi (Liderler ve Projeler Platformu)

03-2024

Brand and Product Management by Ie Business School (Coursera)

10-2023

Lead of Product

Borusan Otomotiv
08.2023 - 12.2024

Business Transformation Manager / Product Manager

Borusan Otomotiv
11.2021 - 07.2023

Koç Dialogues Development Program (Koc Holding Company)

03-2021

Project Management Certificate (PMI – 66 Hours) (Istanbul Technical University)

12-2020

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (FranklinCovey Turkey)

12-2020

Conflict Management and Negotiation (SRL Consulting)

12-2020

Resilience (Sinerji Consulting)

12-2020

Building Business Acumen (FranklinCovey Turkey)

11-2020

Growth Mindset (Nar Consulting)

05-2020

Mindfulness – Resilience (Management Centre Turkey

12-2019

Project Manager

Bilkom (Koc Group Company)
12.2019 - 11.2021

Product Analyst

Bilkom (Koc Group Company)
02.2019 - 11.2019

Six Sigma Green Belt (Borusan Automotive)

08-2017

Agile & Scrum (Training4Agile)

03-2017

Product Analyst

Borusan Otomotiv
06.2016 - 02.2019

Certificate - Advertisement Design and Communication

Istanbul Technical University
05.2010 - 06.2015

High School - Physical Sciences

Final Colleges
Naz Hazal SayinSenior Product Manager