PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

I have over 40 years of executive experience in corrugated packaging and paper, as well as wastepaper and plastic recycling. For the last 10 years, in addition to serving as general manager, I have held board member and vice chairman positions. I am highly experienced in company acquisitions and integrations, business growth and development, establishing new factories/companies, and managing companies during challenging times. I am seeking project based or consultancy roles in the packaging, paper, recycling, or mining industries.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Group General Manager – Cukurova Paper and Packaging Group (Nov 2015 – Nov 2025)

General management of 8 companies (4 packaging, 3 recycling, 1 paper) – total of 1,000 employees

Established integrated management structure to create synergy across companies

Created internal audit system and developed performance-based incentive schemes

Developed new markets, products, and business lines

General Manager – Kaplamin Ambalaj (Mar 2007 – Nov 2015)

Actively involved in technical and sales management

Developed heavy-duty packaging and waste reduction projects

Established new facilities close to customer locations

General Manager – Olkusan (packaging, Soyak Holding) (2004 – 2006)

Increased customer portfolio by 75%, doubled export volume

Achieved the company’s first EBITDA since inception

General Manager – Cine Akmaden  (mining) (Jan 2003 – Oct 2004)

Worked to institutionalize a mid-sized family company and prepare for foreign acquisition

Production Director / General Manager – Copikas / DS Smith (1996 – 2002)

Reduced workforce by 40% through automation and improved efficiency

Initiated triplex production

Participated in training programs in Italy, France, and Poland DS Smith facilities

Planning Manager – Kaplamin Ambalaj (Oct 1988 – May 1996)

Implemented ERP systems and ISO-9000 quality standards

Management training at SCA facility in Belgium

Production Chief / Quality Engineer – Dentaş Ambalaj (Feb 1984 – Oct 1988)

Developed first planning software and quality control systems

EDUCATION

Executive MBA, Kavrakoglu Institute (2003–2004)

Business Administration, Dokuz Eylul University (1992)

MSc – Applied Statistics, Ege University (1983–1986)

BSc – Industrial Engineering, Dokuz Eylul University (1979–1983)

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Strategic Management & Business Growth

Corporate Transformation & Integration

Leadership in Crisis Management

Recycling & Sustainability

ERP Systems, Quality Management, Automation

Product & Market Development

International Business Experience