Ekonomi Yöntem / Supply Chain Professionals Honored for the 10th Time

The "Turkey's Most Influential Supply Chain Professionals" award ceremony, organized for the 10th time this year by Slimstock and the Logistics Association (LODER), brought together industry leaders at a grand event held at Istanbul Selectum City Ataşehir Hotel.

In her opening speech, Slimstock Turkey Country Manager Songül Sezer stated, “Supply chain management not only optimizes the operational processes of companies but also serves as a cornerstone for gaining a competitive advantage and ensuring sustainable growth. We are delighted to bring together professionals who make a difference, add value to the sector, and develop innovative solutions for the future.”

The ceremony's opening speeches were delivered by Slimstock Turkey Country Manager Songül Sezer and LODER Chairperson Prof. Dr. Gülçin Büyüközkan. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the awards, Sezer emphasized the strategic importance of supply chain management and the impact of the event:

“This award program not only recognizes achievements but also highlights the determination of supply chain professionals to shape the industry's future. At Slimstock, we are proud to support the logistics and supply chain ecosystem during this significant milestone. The stories of the honored professionals inspire all of us with their innovative approaches and solution-oriented perspectives. I am confident that we will continue working together for even greater goals in the future.”

LODER Chairperson Prof. Dr. Gülçin Büyüközkan also expressed her sentiments:

“The Supply Chain Awards, now in their 10th year, once again underline the transformation and innovation in our sector. This meaningful event offers a valuable platform to promote leadership, collaboration, and innovation in the industry. I congratulate all the teams and individuals honored and wish for the continued success of this organization in contributing to the sector's development for many years to come.”

Guest speaker Jonathon Karelse, CEO of NorthFind Management and an author, delivered an insightful presentation titled “The Art and Science of Decision-Making in Supply Chains.” Karelse highlighted how decision-making processes in supply chain management combine data-driven analysis with experience and foresight to adapt to ever-changing market dynamics.

The jury included prominent names such as:

• Prof. Dr. Gülçin Büyüközkan (LODER Chairperson)
• Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tanyaş (LODER Vice Chairperson)
• Prof. Dr. Enver Yücesan (INSEAD University Supply Chain Management Program Director)
• Hakan Göl (Deloitte Turkey Technology and Transformation Unit Leader)
• Jonathon Karelse (NorthFind Management CEO)

Turkey's Most Influential Supply Chain Professionals of 2024

This year’s list of “Turkey's Most Influential Supply Chain Professionals,” determined alphabetically by the jury, included:

• Kürşat APAN (Mey|Diageo – Supply Chain Director)
• Kudret ARMAN (P&G – Supply Chain Director)
• Meriç ATALAY (Tavuk Dünyası – CSCO)
• Dr. Mustafa BARIŞ (Döhler Group – TIP Region Logistics Director)
• Dr. Mehmet BEYTUR (Türk Telekom – Deputy General Manager of Procurement and Support Services)
• Begüm ÇAĞLAYAN (Sandoz – Supply Chain Director)
• Ertuğrul ÇELEBİ (English Home – Logistics Deputy General Manager)
• Ahmet Özgür DOĞAN (Karsan – Supply Chain Director)
• Ali ERSEVER (Schneider Electric – Supply Chain Director)
• Nevzat HACIOĞLU (Koçtaş – Supply Chain and Logistics Director)
• Ahmet İlham İSTER (Coca-Cola – Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Director)
• Dr. Orhan ORHON (Çalık Holding – CPO)
• Nesime Esra SANCAK BASAT (Samsung – Senior Manager of HVAC Supply Chain Management)
• Ahmet SEYHAN (Hasçelik – Supply Chain Director)
• Aziz ÜNAL (Enerjisa Üretim – Deputy General Manager of Operations and Supply Chain)
• Arzu ÜNAY (L’Oréal – Operations Director)
• Ahmet YAĞCI (Penti – Logistics Director)
• Ferda YAPICI (Netaş – Supply Chain Director)
• Cenk YENGİNER (Teknosa – Deputy General Manager of Category and Supply Chain)
• Adem YÜKSEL (Schott – Supply Chain Director and IT Manager)

Awards for Outstanding Projects

Award nominees competed in categories such as "Most Sustainable," "Most Technological," "Most Innovative," and "Most Effective."

• “Most Sustainable” Project: Schneider Electric Logistics Director Ali Ersever
• “Most Technological” Project: Sandoz Supply Chain Director Begüm Çağlayan & Karsan Supply Chain Director Ahmet Özgür Doğan
• “Most Innovative” Project: Coca-Cola Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Director Ahmet İlham İster
• “Most Effective” Project: Enerjisa Üretim Deputy General Manager Aziz Ünal

Project of the Year

The “Project of the Year” award, determined by participant votes, went to Karsan Supply Chain Director Ahmet Özgür Doğan for the "Autonomous Cargo Transport Robot" project.

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