Sanem İlçe
Purchasing Manager
Istanbul
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-oriented Purchasing Manager with 11+ years of experience in procurement, supplier relations, and event management. Proven ability to optimize processes, manage large-scale operations, and drive significant cost savings. Expertise in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and international procurement. Fluent in Turkish, English, French, and Spanish.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Ozyegin University
02.2012 - Current
- Ensuring that purchasing requests (200 requests per week) from departments are carried out in accordance with the purchasing procedure.
- Planning and executing all purchasing requests in alignment with the organization's strategy and procedures.
- Conducting alternative supplier research and expanding the supplier pool in accordance with needs and requirements.
- Ensuring the preparation of administrative and technical specifications and contracts required for tenders, in line with purchasing regulations and procedures.
- Managing and coordinating tender processes.
- Organizing the acceptance of incoming materials.
- Conducting supplier evaluations, managing supplier development, and improvement processes.
- Presenting periodic or ad-hoc reports related to the department to senior management.
- Tracking invoices and payments.
- Coordinating the customs process for international purchases, together with the customs broker.
- In addition to providing procurement services for the institution's major events, such as graduation and homecoming, we support the organization of the events.
Purchasing Specialist
Ozyegin University
12.2009 - 02.2012
- Conducted supplier evaluations based on price, quality, and service performance.
- Prepared and executed procurement agreements for goods and services.
- Provided direct support to the Operations Manager on procurement decisions.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
Communication Team Leader
Ozyeğin University
11.2008 - 12.2009
- Managed cargo services and inventory control for university operations.
- Coordinated internal communications and logistical support across departments.
Production Responsible
Pozitif
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Evaluated venues for festivals and managed the production logistics for large-scale events.
- Coordinated production team responsibilities, ensuring smooth event execution.
Sales Assitant
Araca Merchandise
05.2007 - 09.2007
- Conducted sales analysis for the merchandise of the 'Wicked' musical performances in Dallas.
- Assisted in managing merchandise sales and inventory.
Public Relations Assistant
SUNY Albany
09.2004 - 05.2006
- Assisted in marketing and promotional activities for Great Danes Sports, Inc.
- Supported event planning, including scheduling and public relations efforts.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Cinema, PR, Social Studies
Galatasaray University
Istanbul 01.1997 - 01.2002
Skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Purchase Order Management
Price Negotiation
Contract Management
Certification
Logistics Procurement, CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, 11/01/23, 11/01/24
Languages
Turkish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Intermediate
B1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Ozyegin University
02.2012 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
Ozyegin University
12.2009 - 02.2012
Communication Team Leader
Ozyeğin University
11.2008 - 12.2009
Production Responsible
Pozitif
02.2008 - 05.2008
Sales Assitant
Araca Merchandise
05.2007 - 09.2007
Public Relations Assistant
SUNY Albany
09.2004 - 05.2006
Bachelor’s Degree - Cinema, PR, Social Studies
Galatasaray University
01.1997 - 01.2002