ZEKAİ AK
Project Management Professional (PMI Certified)
Istanbul
Summary
Dynamic Process and Project - Manager with a proven track record at Anadolu Efes, leveraging Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements and enhance quality management. Adept at mentoring teams and managing cross-functional projects, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Health Safety and Environmental Manager
ANADOLU EFES
01.2024 - Current
- Championed a culture of quality and safety throughout the organization through consistent communication, education, and reinforcement of best practices.
- Maintained industry certifications such as Food Safety ISO 9001 or OHSAS 18001 by consistently meeting audit requirements and demonstrating ongoing commitment to excellence in Food Safety and QHSE management systems.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities for department expenditures while ensuring optimal resource utilization for maximum return on investment.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate Process Quality and HSE considerations into project planning stages for seamless execution and minimized risk exposure.
- Oversaw incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to prevent recurrence of issues.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for quality assurance, risk assessment, environment protection measures, thus promoting professional development within the workforce.
- Delivered timely reports on key performance indicators to senior leadership, driving informed decision-making on resource allocation toward Process Quality and HSE priorities.
- Conducted supplier audits and review performance data to ensure alignment with organizational expectations regarding quality standards, environmental responsibility, health and safety protocols.
- Strengthened company reputation by proactively addressing customer concerns related to product quality, safety, and environmental impact.
- Led cross-functional teams in the execution of continuous improvement initiatives for process optimization and waste reduction.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans.
Quality Process Auditor
ANADOLU EFES
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Promoted a culture of quality awareness within the organization, empowering employees to take ownership of their work outcomes.
- Conducted root cause analyses, providing valuable insights into the sources of manufacturing errors.
- Developed comprehensive audit reports that effectively communicated findings and recommendations to management for prompt action.
- Increased audit accuracy through meticulous data analysis and comprehensive recordkeeping.
- Reduced rework costs by promptly addressing product defects and implementing corrective actions.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by sharing best practices and lessons learned from previous audits.
- Trained new auditors on company-specific procedures and guidelines, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Managed multiple simultaneous audit projects while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining high-quality results throughout each engagement.
- Reviewed work instructions and production strategies to verify compliance with established standards.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Quality Assurance Engineer
ANADOLU EFES
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Met tight deadlines to satisfy client demands and project timelines.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products through effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
- Maximized team productivity through continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of best practices in QA methodologies.
- Supported successful product launches by conducting extensive pre-release testing and validation activities.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing issues identified during user acceptance testing.
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
Quality Assurance Engineer
ANADOLU EFES
11.2010 - 07.2017
- Reduced defect rates by designing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases.
- Managed bug tracking systems, ensuring timely resolution of reported issues and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of QA processes through regular reviews, evaluations, and updates as needed.
- Conducted root cause analysis for defects, leading to targeted improvements in the production process.
- Proposed development and testing improvements to positively impact usability, function and performance.
- Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.
International Trade Representative
Neksim Chemicals
09.2008 - 10.2009
- Assisted clients in navigating complex customs procedures, reducing delays and costs associated with importing goods.
- Strengthened cross-cultural communication skills, facilitating productive negotiations between domestic and foreign parties in the trading process.
- Evaluated international risks and devised strategies to mitigate potential financial or operational losses during global transactions.
- Led the development of insightful reports analyzing key performance indicators of various regional markets.
- Negotiated favorable trade agreements for the company, leading to increased profitability and growth.
- Facilitated smooth export operations by coordinating with logistics providers and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Discussed financial options with clients and provided informed suggestions.
Education
Project Management
Project Management Institution
03-2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Afyon Kocatepe University
Afyonkarahisar, Turkey 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Project Manager (PMI Certified)
Hobbies
Formula 1
Timeline
Quality Health Safety and Environmental Manager
ANADOLU EFES
01.2024 - Current
Quality Process Auditor
ANADOLU EFES
01.2020 - 12.2023
Quality Assurance Engineer
ANADOLU EFES
07.2017 - 12.2019
Quality Assurance Engineer
ANADOLU EFES
11.2010 - 07.2017
International Trade Representative
Neksim Chemicals
09.2008 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Afyon Kocatepe University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Gazi University
04.2001 -
Project Management
Project Management Institution