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İstanbul, Turkey

İstanbul, Türkiye

Managed loss prevention and security for 300,000 square meters of retail space across 800 stores in Turkey, overseeing $450 million in stock.Developed and implemented a technology-driven loss prevention framework, cutting product shrinkage by 35% and reducing incident response times by 60% in transfers between franchise and central warehouses within one year.Led investigations into theft, fraud, and security breaches, mitigating potential losses.Ensured compliance with privacy regulations in 100% of new projects by integrating regulations into project planning.Facilitated loss prevention workshops for 500+ staff, achieving a 90% satisfaction rate.Established monthly financial reports for loss prevention budgets to guide strategic decision-making.Partnered with HR, Legal, Operations, and Finance to improve compliance, reducing regulatory fines by 30% annually.Launched quarterly reviews that identified high-risk areas, improving compliance and reducing incidents by 15%.Developed a reporting framework that provided senior management with 5 critical insights for informed decision-making.

Türkiye

Established a comprehensive risk assessment framework at distribution centers, reducing incidents by 40% in one fiscal year.Created a multi-channel reporting system for safety and inventory issues, utilized by over 700 team members for real-time updates and fostering accountability.Investigated and reported on shrinkage patterns across top 5 retail locations; findings were integrated into the management team's strategic planning sessions, enhancing awareness and leading to more focused loss prevention initiatives.Analyzed theft patterns among 100+ employees, leading to new security measures and training sessions that reduced theft incidents by 35% over six months.Coordinated bi-weekly alignment meetings with supply chain, operations, and related departments, resulting in a 40% reduction in stock and waste issues and improved franchise experience.

Istanbul, Turkey

Responsible for loss prevention and security across approximately 175,000 square meters of retail space, covering over 700 stores in more than 50 cities across Turkey and Azerbaijan, representing 9 internationally recognized brands (Bath and Body Works, Pinkberry, Shake Shack, Starbucks, The Body Shop and Victoria's Secret) with a total stock value of $350 million.Enforced a comprehensive safety program and rigorous shortage control strategy, resulting in enhanced compliance with company policy while identifying over 50 potential theft incidents each month.Executed loss prevention strategies to address critical risks, improving customer service and resolving key operational inefficiencies.Established fraud monitoring protocols, identifying over 250 suspicious transactions monthly and preventing potential losses through targeted investigations.Evaluated data and reported shrinkage to management, while assisting with theft and fraud investigations, including conducting interviews.Ensured team alignment with the organization’s vision and values, fostering a unified approach across departments.

Istanbul, Turkey

Supervised Loss Prevention Associates to maintain physical protection and safety standards for merchandise, store structure, customers, and staff.Authored investigative reports for 50+ cases, simplifying complex information into actionable insights that influenced company-wide policy changes and enhanced risk management strategies.Served as a deterrent to dishonest activity and apprehended individuals when necessary.Detected, reported, and resolved safety, inventory, cash handling, and theft issues while ensuring customer service met company standards.Monitored, investigated, and evaluated fraud cases, identifying deficiencies, developing systems, providing training, and maintaining compliance with laws and standards.Implemented shortage control and safety programs at the store level.

İstanbul, Türkiye

Prepared internal audit plans and programs, perform risk assessments, and report findings on plan procedures, fraud monitoring, investigations, and case evaluations. Identify deficiencies and weaknesses.Designed comprehensive procedures to address hazardous situations, ensuring compliance with domestic laws and regulations, and fostering a safer work environment for over 1,000 employees.Developed protection processes in collaboration with Operations, Financial, Data Processing, HR, Internal Audit, and Legal Departments.

İstanbul

Directed recruitment and training initiatives for a team of 23 store employees, cultivating a customer center culture that enhanced the brand experience; implemented performance evaluations leading to improved employee retention rates by 30%.Enhanced financial performance by executing targeted promotions and optimizing inventory management, resulting in a 15% increase in monthly sales and a 40% reduction in stockouts of key products.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business Administration

Lectures succeed as below; ▫ E-Commerce ▫ Intercultural Management ▫ Strategical Management in International Corporates ▫ International.

Faculty Of Economics And Business Administration

Turkish And Mathematics