Simay Ergin
Umraniye, Istanbul - Turkey (Open to relocation to NL)
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand with nearly 10 years' experience in the fields of Foreign Trade. Collaborates with buyers to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain goals and fulfill requests. Dedicated in both Procurement & Distribution and Foreign Trade Purchases being an Import and Purchasing Specialist, seeking similar positions. Played important role in the sustainability of the organization with a high sense of responsibility. Made the necessary notifications about the foresees. Offering excellent operational and organizational skills and good judgment. Contributed to the institution with the understanding of cost effectiveness with critical and analytical thinking abilities. Communicated effectively for the business requirements. Eager to contribute for new challenges, ready to adapt new situations and become a team player with engineering education and certificates taken (SAP MM/PP, Foreign Trade and Micro MBA).
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
18
18
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Purchasing Manager
ABS Alçı ve Blok Sanayi A.Ş.
Istanbul, Turkey
05.2022 - Current
- Organized receipts, purchases and documentation of finished goods, packaging, materials and ingredients.
• Managed factories' process demands and put orders timely.
• Maintained contract negotiations, targeting cost effective solutions.
• Researched alternative products, gathered product samples from multiple sources and discussed results with R&D.
• Used Microsoft Office programs and ERP software tools for system process management, checked trade documents.
• Worked closely with team in finance, distribution, customs broker and warehouse responsible to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete operations
• Keep in contact with sellers through excellent command of English in both written and spoken.
Import Operations and Purchasing Specialist
Derin Kimya San. ve Tic. A. Ş.
Istanbul
12.2010 - 09.2020
- Gained experience in field of external purchase, product supply, import-export operations and supply chain management (including logistics and insurance arrangements).
- Established and maintained relationships with suppliers (SRM) and reported important feedbacks to head manager.
- Maintain contract negotiations targeting cost effective solutions.
- Kept e-mailing and communication correspondence with alternate suppliers, and visited related Expos.
- Checked necessary operational documents in advance and follow up tracking of arrivals of goods from their production to warehousing and reported to head manager.
- Conducted research on alternative products, gathered product samples and information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Cooperated with R&D department to find out about samples' performances.
- Created plans and communicated on deadlines to ensure procurements were completed on time as scheduled.
- Used Microsoft Office programs and ERP software tools for system inputs, created documents.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Operated on time & at affordable purchase prices within the scope of INCOTERMS 2020 by working in coordination with the authorized customs agent and finance department.
- Worked closely with team in sales, distribution, customs broker and warehouse responsible to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete operations
Voluntary Tutor
Istanbul Beykoz Bilimevi School
Istanbul
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments.
- Planned lessons to strengthen English and Science subjects to build student's skills.
Education
Part Time MBA - Master of Business Administration
TOBB University of Economics And Technology
Ankara, Turkey 09.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Process)
Gazi University Faculty of Engineering
Ankara, Turkey 09.2003 - 09.2008
B.Che.E. (Bachelor of Chemical Engineering) - Chemical Engineering
Universidad Politecnica De Valencia
Valencia, Spain 09.2006 - 03.2007
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Purchase order creation
- Documentation skills and Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office and ERP Programs usage
- Negotiation and Reporting abilities
- Proper formal email correspondence
- Import operation management
- Customs and Foreign Trade Zone management
- Time Management
- International shipping and distribution
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
- Adaptable and Willing to learn new things
Languages
Turkish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
Dutch
Beginner (A1)
Certification
- Implementing Supply Chain Management, LinkedIn Learning, 2022, Certified.
- Foreign Trade Training, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- Export development, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- Corporate Life and Communication Management, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- EF SET score scale and C2 Proficient according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), 2022 Certified.
- Lean production training, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2021, Certified.
- Creative and design-driven thinking, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- Leadership education , İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- Delegating from a Distance, LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- SAP ERP Essential Training, LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- SAP MM (Materials Management), LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- SAP PP (Production Planning), LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- Supply Chain and Operations Management Tips , LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified
- Tips for Writing Business Emails , LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- Critical Thinking for Effective Communication , LinkedIn Learning, 2021, Certified.
- Emotional intelligence training, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
- Risk-based thinking technique, İstanbul İşletme Enstitüsü, 2020, Certified.
Business Internship
2008 - Sisecam Elyaf Sanayi A.Ş. Glass fiber plant, Gebze, Kocaeli
2006 - ETİ Mining Inc. , Boron and Acid Plants, Sulfuric Acid Production Plant and Boron Complex ,Bandırma Balikesir
Additional Information
Exposition attendance :
• 11th Mortar (China)Shanghai International Exhibition & China Coat Shanghai 2015, November 2015
• European Coatings Show, Nürnberg, Germany, 2011 & 2013
• TurkCoat Expo , İstanbul 2016 & 2018
Driving Licence : B Type (active driving)
Vaccination: mRNA (Biontech), Yes.
Hobbies
Travelling abroad, Swimming, Visiting museums, Dancing, Going to Theatre and Musicals, DIY Crafting, World cuisine, Listening Music, Cycling, Amateur Sailing.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
ABS Alçı ve Blok Sanayi A.Ş.
05.2022 - Current
Part Time MBA - Master of Business Administration
TOBB University of Economics And Technology
09.2021 - 03.2022
Import Operations and Purchasing Specialist
Derin Kimya San. ve Tic. A. Ş.
12.2010 - 09.2020
Voluntary Tutor
Istanbul Beykoz Bilimevi School
09.2008 - 09.2010
B.Che.E. (Bachelor of Chemical Engineering) - Chemical Engineering
Universidad Politecnica De Valencia
09.2006 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Process)
Gazi University Faculty of Engineering
09.2003 - 09.2008