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Semih Karadag

Semih Karadag

Mechanical Engineer
Hamburg,HH

Summary

Forward-thinking and skilled leader with extensive experience in managing all facets of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, sales, and distribution of goods.


Proven success in maintaining inventory levels and supplying quality products/services. Well-versed in identifying demands, planning orders, monitoring budgets, and optimally allocating resources. Successful leader, skilled in steering and collaborating with cross-functional teams as well as scheduling tasks. Highly adept at maintaining/updating records, driving project efficiencies, and ensuring quality. Passionate about researching latest market trends and securing lucrative sales and business growth opportunities. Possess in-depth understanding of Windows, Office programmes, and SAP. Equipped with exceptional analytical, conceptual, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills. Excel at building and fostering professional relationships with clients and key stakeholders.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Head of Global Sourcing

Nordex
Hamburg, Hamburg
08.2011 - 09.2022

Steered day-to-day activities of manager teams in performing global sourcing for steel towers. Contributed to preparation and implementation of new material qualifications whilst collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Conducted extensive market research for analysing latest trends and creating commodity intelligence and innovative ideas. Identified and strengthened professional relationships with key suppliers in all regions by delivering outstanding services. Followed material group stakeholder’s instructions in overseeing supplier selection process. Envisioned and spearheaded end-to-end operations of strategic companywide projects. Streamlined processes by negotiating and concluding contracts, such as framework, general purchase, quality agreements, as well as single purchase conventions.



  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.

Project Coordinator & Sales Manager

Cimtas Celik Makina Ve Montaj San. A.S
Bursa, Turkey
08.2009 - 08.2011

Ensured compliance with set standards and regulations by drafting quotations, confirming quality, and establishing engineering and designs. Adhered to accounting’s closing process for presenting project charges, Collected and reviewed information to maintain and update agreements and project expediting list. Executed projects within budgetary and time constraints by directing project contracts and evaluating performance of personnel. Rendered expert-level support in communicating with all parties, such as internal fabrication/quality team, external customers, and subcontractors.


  • Coordinated presentations for customers and project members to detail project scope, progress and results.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Provided input and feedback on departmental initiatives, directives and strategies to contribute to project success.
  • Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
  • Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.

Inspection Coordinator

NEAL BROTHERS - Industrial Packaging
Huddersfield, UK
09.2006 - 07.2009

Quality Assurance Manager

SISMAT Waste Water Treatment Equipment steel manufacturing
Kocaeli, Turkey
04.2001 - 06.2006

Maintenance Engineer

DILER DEMIR CELIK End. ve Tic. A.S.
Kocaeli, Turkey
11.1997 - 04.2000

Education

7.5/10 - Mechanical Engineering

Kocaeli University
Kocaeli
09.1993 - 02.1998

Skills

    Professional Services Strategic Sourcing

Affiliations

  • MCIPS – Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

Timeline

Head of Global Sourcing

Nordex
08.2011 - 09.2022

Project Coordinator & Sales Manager

Cimtas Celik Makina Ve Montaj San. A.S
08.2009 - 08.2011

Inspection Coordinator

NEAL BROTHERS - Industrial Packaging
09.2006 - 07.2009

Quality Assurance Manager

SISMAT Waste Water Treatment Equipment steel manufacturing
04.2001 - 06.2006

Maintenance Engineer

DILER DEMIR CELIK End. ve Tic. A.S.
11.1997 - 04.2000

7.5/10 - Mechanical Engineering

Kocaeli University
09.1993 - 02.1998
Semih KaradagMechanical Engineer