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Nilay Topçu

Sr. Program And Project Manager
Izmir,35

Summary

Project and Program Management professional for Digital Cycle considered leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 8+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Software engineer, Scrum Master, Enterprise Program Manager.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Project & Program Manager

Yapi Kredi Bank, HQ
07.2022 - Current
  • Led diverse teams of professionals, overseeing their work efforts and providing guidance to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks.
  • Leveraged strong industry knowledge and expertise to stay ahead of trends and anticipate potential impacts on ongoing projects.
  • Identified potential risks early in planning process, developing mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.

Indeed experience

Subsidiaries of Yapi Kredi Bank

Azerbaijan Commercial Transformation ( 30+ project)

Factoring Digital Transformation (12+ Project)

Leasing Digital Transformation (18+ Project)

Project and Resource Manager

OBSS
05.2019 - 06.2022
  • Promoted digital banking solutions to customers, driving increased adoption of online and mobile banking platforms.
  • Streamlined resource allocation processes by implementing efficient scheduling and tracking systems.
  • Regularly reviewed project scopes to ensure appropriate allocation of resources based on changing priorities or unforeseen challenges.
  • Implemented a centralized resource management system, facilitating real-time tracking of key assets and improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Promoted a culture of sustainability within the company by advocating for responsible use of resources and implementing greener procurement policies.

Senior Business Analyst - Mobile Banking

Adesso
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Performed risk assessments on potential projects to determine feasibility and viability before moving forward with implementation plans.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies within project teams, increasing overall adaptability and responsiveness.
  • Effectively supervised team performance by implementing measurable metrics to assess delivery of requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring a cohesive approach to business analysis.

IT Business Analyst - Internet Banking

VeriPark, HQ
02.2017 - 05.2018
  • Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
  • Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
  • Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.
  • Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.

Jr Operation Manager & Business Analyst Veriyeri

Emakina Group
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed projects using Agile principles (Scrum, Kanban) and maintained Magento systems.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Championed company-wide adoption of data-driven decision-making practices, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and performance optimization.
  • Implemented comprehensive SEO strategy to improve search engine rankings for targeted keywords.

Education

M.D. - Financial Economics

Izmir University of Economics
İzmir
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Izmir University of Economics
Izmir
04.2001 -

Skills

Program management with PMI standarts

P W3 mimalist Project Management

Agile Framework, PSM 1 certificated

Partnership Development

Life cycle Management

Enterprise Resource Planning

Vendor Relationship Management

Risk Analysis and Management

Scope Management

Change Management

Strategic Planning

Certification

Customer Experience Management (Ethnogram, Istanbul)

Timeline

Project & Program Manager

Yapi Kredi Bank, HQ
07.2022 - Current

Project and Resource Manager

OBSS
05.2019 - 06.2022

Senior Business Analyst - Mobile Banking

Adesso
05.2018 - 05.2019

IT Business Analyst - Internet Banking

VeriPark, HQ
02.2017 - 05.2018

Jr Operation Manager & Business Analyst Veriyeri

Emakina Group
08.2015 - 01.2017

M.D. - Financial Economics

Izmir University of Economics
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Izmir University of Economics
04.2001 -
Nilay TopçuSr. Program And Project Manager