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CEREN N AVCIOGLU

/ Sound Beach,NY

Summary

As an Industrial Engineer with hands-on experience in the automotive industry, I've applied my technical background and analytical skills in both sales and operations roles involving process optimization and inventory control in diverse environments. Skilled in lean methodologies, continuous improvement, account management, and sales strategies. Passionate about creativity and efficiency. I'm seeking new opportunities to apply the operational skills I gained in Bursa, Turkey, a major industrial region, and the sales and business skills I acquired in New York, a global business and trade center, to innovative projects and organizations that value people.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Purchasing Specialist / Sales Account Executive

Ocean Stone and Fireplace
Holtsville, NY
04.2025 - Current
  • Prepared detailed cost estimates for construction projects, including material, labor and timelines.
  • Created and managed invoices, purchase and work orders ensuring timely processing
  • Coordinated with vendors, subcontractors, and clients to track project progress.
  • Performed market research to identify new sources of supplies or services at competitive prices.

Sales and Product Specialist

Apple Honda
Riverhead, NY
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Developed deep knowledge of automotive products, including vehicle features, benefits, and comparisons.
  • Practiced customer-focused sales strategies, which involved matching customer needs with appropriate vehicle solutions, overcoming objections, and guiding clients through the decision-making process.
  • With updated training, I gained knowledge about new technologies in the industrial engineering in automotive industries, which I have experienced before.

Stockroom and Sales Manager

Holiday Treasures
Lake Grove, NY
04.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed stockroom operations and floor control, guided staff to exceed performance goals, while optimizing inventory management to enhance customer experience.
  • Analyzed stock movement patterns to optimize inventory levels by reducing overstocking, while maintaining product availability.
  • I reported and presented cost analysis and sales data to the store owner every week with Power BI.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Reference = Mehmet Goktan (Store Owner) "gktnmehmet@gmail.com"

BPS-Fixed Term (Continuous Improvement Engineer)

Hitachi Astemo
Bursa, Turkey
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • I worked in the Brakes Production System department with the Lean Manufacturing Team (CI).
  • Waste reduction and process optimization through the application of Lean tools and techniques
  • Developed audit applications using PowerApps and SharePoint (5S Audit Application) (2 Awards: Best Innovation Suggestion of the Quarter Year, Best Suggestion of the Quarter Year) (2022).
  • Used low-code/no-code platforms for application development to streamline processes and reduced manual work.
  • By working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and IT (for the app development), I developed strong team collaboration skills and learned how to effectively communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Followed the Kaizen Suggestion System and KPIs, calculated savings.
  • Applied SMED techniques and 5-Why analysis to identify bottlenecks, optimize workflows, and establish sustainable process improvements.Through the application of 5-Why analysis and other Lean tools, I strengthened my analytical thinking and root cause analysis skills, enhancing my ability to solve complex issues quickly and effectively.
  • Reference: Altug Aydogan (Head of Global Supply Chain at Hitachi Astemo) "altug.aydogan@hitachiastemo.com"

Industrial Engineer

RB Karesi Textile
Bursa, Turkey
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked in yarn production, weaving, and dyeing departments with the Continuous Improvement Team.
  • Improved processes with methods such as VSM, Kanban, and Stock Elimination, etc.
  • Led production line optimization initiatives, analyzed workflow patterns, and implemented data-driven solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency in textile operations.

Finance 101 Intern

QNB Finansbank
Turkey
04.2021 - 05.2021
  • Learned how to read and understand the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
  • Learned the basics of forecasting and how businesses project their future financial performance.
  • Used Excel for simple financial calculations, data entry, and basic analysis.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Uludag University
Turkey

Skills

  • Engineering - Manufacturing
  • Inventory Control
  • Lean Methodologies (VSM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, root cause analysis, 5S, DMAIC)
  • Data Analysis
  • Continuous Improvement
  • KPI Development
  • Data Visualization (PowerApps, Power BI)
  • AutoCAD , SolidWorks
  • Microsoft Office (Excel)
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • SAP, ERP, BOM
  • QuickBooks, Oracle , CRM
  • Visualization (Visio, PowerPoint, Canva)
  • Retail Management
  • Sales & Logistics Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Estimation
  • Ergonomics & Safety Assessment
  • Employee training
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Process and Product Management
  • Agile Project Management
  • Bilingual ( Turkish - English )

LANGUAGES

English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

  • Global Shapers Brooklyn Hub Member
    Shapers are highly motivated individuals who has a great potential for future leadership roles in society. They are selected on the basis of their achievements, leadership potential, and commitment to make a difference. It is one of several multi-stakeholder communities at the World Economic Forum. I have been transferred from Global Shapers Bursa Hub. (Since 2022)

Certification

  • Certificate of Executive (Go Academy)
  • Recruitment and Interview Techniques Certification (TUMKAD Turkey Women Engineers Association)

Affiliations

  • Participated in music choirs and vocal performances for several years, in the schools I attended and the companies I worked.
  • Volleyball Team Player (2013-2017)

Timeline

Purchasing Specialist / Sales Account Executive

Ocean Stone and Fireplace
04.2025 - Current

Sales and Product Specialist

Apple Honda
02.2025 - 04.2025

Stockroom and Sales Manager

Holiday Treasures
04.2023 - 01.2025

BPS-Fixed Term (Continuous Improvement Engineer)

Hitachi Astemo
08.2021 - 06.2022

Finance 101 Intern

QNB Finansbank
04.2021 - 05.2021

Industrial Engineer

RB Karesi Textile
01.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Uludag University

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