Oğuz Balım

Summary

Respectful self-motivator gifted at finding reliable solutions for software issues. Experienced in Network Management, Communications, Office Management, Translation. Fluent in English and Turkish and accustomed to working with cross-cultural, global teams.

Overview

14

years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Developer Support Manager

Proxify AB

Sweden

11.2022 - Current

Creating and managing a network of developer profiles
Onboarding the developers to the network
Assisting the developers in the administrative issues regarding their profiles, the use of the network, job application processes
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for content management in the network
Creating onboarding and innovative material to help developers better accustomed to the network
Constantly supporting and communicating with the developers to ensure a seamless and pleasant experience of the whole cycle of the network
Managing the network support channel to address the questions, concerns and suggestions of the developers
Creating various initiative to increase the active participation of the members, leading to an improved and up-to-date supply/demand ratio.

Office Manager

Recordati Rare Diseases Turkey

04.2022 - 09.2022

Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
Using SAP, provide accounting functions such as international & local purchase order/journal /keeping track/budget analysis of operating expenses, marketing/promotional projects, and other costs as required
Prepares, reviews, and follows up on different types of Letters of Credit and Guarantees as required
Organizing and supporting of meetings, congresses, symposiums and other events for physicians, employees and other stakeholders as required
Participate in marketing planning and co-operate sales and marketing activities
Take overall responsibility for further developing and improving all administrative and marketing routines
Managing employee's compensation and benefits information, keep updates of employee leave and absence, checking monthly travel/administrative expenses and other employment related issues
Manage office supplies, inventories and all practical aspects of running an office
Organise and manage travel organisations and budgets.

Office Coordinator

Novo Nordisk - SEEMEA Istanbul Hub Office

11.2021 - 03.2022

Executive Assistant

Powerchina Eurasia

03.2016 - 11.2021

Acted as first point contact with partners, companies and external parties on behalf of company, set central liaison for headquarter and management teams, developed and maintained communication with relevant government bodies, regional and local authorities, local agencies at all levels of project implementation
Prepared impactful development strategies to seek favorable project partners and provided coordination between related stakeholders such as Project Owners, Financial Institutions, Engineers, Project Managers and Project Coordinators to ensure the targeted outcomes
Interpreted from Turkish to English or vice versa during ministerial/high level executive meetings and translating all kinds of correspondence sent to company into English
Assisted the Marketing Department in project development stage and carrying out specific project and research
Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity
Participated in preparation, development, financing, negotiation stages of energy & construction projects such as 140 MW Wind Power Plant in İzmir and Aydin-Denizli Highway Project.

Freelance Translator

Freelance

Turkey

08.2010 - 07.2018

Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate and timely translations for various industries.
Streamlined translation processes for improved efficiency and faster turnaround times.
Collaborated with fellow translators to ensure consistency in language usage and style across all documents.
Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
Translated over ten published novels including the works of Sherlock Holmes, Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, Anna Katharine Greene from English to Turkish

Assistant to Marketing Director

Hannover Fairs Turkey

09.2015 - 10.2015

Organizational SkillsAssisting the Marketing Manager in organizing the fairs & exhibitions
Making international & local phone calls to potential guests and participants for the exhibition
Recording and archiving of participant and guests' attendance information on MS Excel
Reaching out to the potential customers to inform them regarding our upcoming exhibitions
Initiating market research and preparing reports regarding the sector.

Education

Masters - Business Management (MBA)

Okan University

02.2018

Bachelor's - English Language and Literature

Istanbul University

06.2014

Skills

Multi Tasking
Communication
Business Development
Microsoft Office
SAP
Documentation And Reporting

Problem-Solving
HR collaboration
Decisive Decision-Making
Communications support
Document Translation
Proofreading skills

References

Director, Commercial Capabilities, dmoz@novonordisk.com, +90 530 774 42 90
Didem Özkan

Languages

English

Native or Bilingual

Spanish

Elementary

Turkish

Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Developer Support Manager - Proxify AB

11.2022 - Current

Office Manager - Recordati Rare Diseases Turkey

04.2022 - 09.2022

Office Coordinator - Novo Nordisk - SEEMEA Istanbul Hub Office

11.2021 - 03.2022

Executive Assistant - Powerchina Eurasia

03.2016 - 11.2021

Assistant to Marketing Director - Hannover Fairs Turkey

09.2015 - 10.2015

Freelance Translator - Freelance