Şakir Gürkan Şensin

New Projects:

• Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Carry out bidding's and selection of suitable suppliers for new projects.
• Developed comprehensive procurement strategies to align with project requirements and timelines.
• Developed various automotive parts in terms of project objectives for new car projects throughout years.

Interior and Exterior Trim parts: Plastic injection parts, with and without

Paint, automotive glasses, seat belts, NVH items - felt, and asphalt pads.

Insulators, isolation pads, rubbers.

Electric parts: O/S mirrors, Head and Rear lamps, Wiring Harness,

Wipers, Switches, Audio, AVN, Cluster.

Chassis parts: Pedals, Fuel tank, Shock Absorbers, Mufflers, Fuel and

Brake tubes, disc and drum brakes, calipers, HVAC. Wheels, Tires.

For the above-mentioned parts; Tooling, Jigs, CFs, production lines are

successfully developed in the suppliers for Quality approval of the SOP

Cost and Price:

• Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
• Conducted cost analysis and price negotiations with local and global suppliers from SOP to lifetime of a projects to secure best value for company..
• Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
• Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
• KD parts monthly pricing and reporting for packing and delivery cost update
• Cost-saving activities, Budget preparation.
• VE/VA suggestions; Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
• implemented cost-saving measures for project budgets through effective negotiation with suppliers.
• Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
• Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Vendor Control and Managements:

• Delivered high-quality products on time by closely collaborating with suppliers during the production process and monitoring their performance consistently.
• Increased stakeholder satisfaction through implementation of transparent communication channels and timely status updates on procurement activities.
• Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
• Mitigated risks associated with supplier disruptions through proactive contingency planning and close monitoring of vendor activities.
• Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
• Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
• Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
• Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
• Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
• Supervised procurement staff effectively, providing guidance on complex issues while developing their skills through targeted training programs tailored to individual needs for continuous growth within the department.

· Responsible of production line for Defender model cars.

· Managed 65 people in L/Rover assemble line, BIW and paint shop.

· Organized manpower and work balance for sub lines

Plant -Project Engineer (Jan.'97- Aug.'97)

Worked for ADAPAZARI plant construction: Designed and purchased new paint shop conveyor systems.

· Designed and developed L/Rover assembly line for a new plant.

• Managed vendors and suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance, and schedule.