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EBRU HERDEM

Milford,CT

Summary

Results-driven and strategic-minded Operations and Product Manager with a proven track record of orchestrating seamless product lifecycles while optimizing operational efficiency. Adept at navigating the intersection of product development and operational excellence, bringing a unique blend of leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation to drive organizational success. Known for successfully launching and managing diverse product portfolios, streamlining manufacturing processes, and implementing cost-effective strategies. Seeking a challenging leadership role where I can leverage my expertise to propel business growth and contribute to organizational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

OPERATIONS AND PRODUCT MANAGER

SUSSEX HOME
05.2019 - 07.2023

Lead the product development process from ideation to launch, ensuring products meet customer needs and market demands.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, engineering, and design, to define product specifications, features, and positioning.

Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for product innovation.

Oversee the entire operations process, including production, inventory management, and supply chain logistics.

Implement lean manufacturing principles to enhance production efficiency and minimize waste.

Implement updates and enhancements to products based on customer feedback and market trends.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operations and product management, making data-driven decisions.

Lead and manage a team of professionals in operations and product management, providing guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations.

OPERATIONS AND MANUFACTURING MANAGER

NETAKS
05.2018 - 12.2019

Developed and executed strategies to optimize resource utilization and reduce costs.

Oversaw inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and minimizing stockouts.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies and systems to enhance operational capabilities.

Established and maintained relationships with key vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

Managed production schedules, inventory levels, and supply chain processes to meet customer demand.

PRODUCT SALES AND PLANNING MANAGER

ALMILA FURNITURE
09.2017 - 04.2018

Developed and executed effective sales strategies, resulting in a 20% increase in annual revenue.

Managed a team of sales professionals, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations.

Oversaw the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, ensuring products met customer needs and market demands.

Conducted market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation.



Manufacturing Engineering Intern

DENER
06.2016 - 09.2016

Contribute to the development and updating of process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of manufacturing processes.

Assist in generating reports and presenting findings to the engineering team.

Contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and other process optimization projects.

Production Planning Engineer Intern

HAS CELIK
02.2016 - 06.2016

Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets.

Collaborate with production teams to ensure the timely completion of manufacturing processes.

Collect and analyze data related to production and inventory performance.

Provide insights and recommendations to optimize production efficiency and inventory accuracy.

Generate regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production planning and inventory management.
Present findings and recommendations to management as needed.

ASISTANS MANAGER

Erciyes University
04.2015 - 11.2015

Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed.

Maintain organized records and files for easy retrieval.

Assist the manager in overseeing and coordinating daily operations.

Provide support to team members, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with company standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

ERCIYES UNIVERSITY
TURKEY
06.2017

Skills

Problem-Solving

Quality Control

Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Supply Chain Management

Cost Management

Risk Management

Team Leadership

ERP , MRP

Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing

HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT, AUTOCAD, EXCEL, WORD

Languages

Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

OPERATIONS AND PRODUCT MANAGER

SUSSEX HOME
05.2019 - 07.2023

OPERATIONS AND MANUFACTURING MANAGER

NETAKS
05.2018 - 12.2019

PRODUCT SALES AND PLANNING MANAGER

ALMILA FURNITURE
09.2017 - 04.2018

Manufacturing Engineering Intern

DENER
06.2016 - 09.2016

Production Planning Engineer Intern

HAS CELIK
02.2016 - 06.2016

ASISTANS MANAGER

Erciyes University
04.2015 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

ERCIYES UNIVERSITY
EBRU HERDEM