HCAbout Halime
MSc-qualified Supply Chain & Logistics leader with 15+ years of experience managing teams (up to 11 direct, 150 indirect reports) and P&L responsibilities (£20M turnover). Proven track record in optimizing logistics operations, reducing costs (e.g., 20% YoY fleet savings), and driving profitability (30% margin growth). Adept in cross-border regulatory compliance, supplier negotiations, and end-to-end supply chain strategy. Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Turkish
Native or bilingual
English
Native or bilingual
German
Conversational
Can work on-site
Zug (up to 50km)
Experience
- LI-CYCLE AGLogistics Manager EMEALOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAINApril 2022 - July 2023 (1 year and 3 months)Switzerland• Spearheaded the launch of intra-European and transatlantic supply chain operations, securing 100% permit compliance for Germany, Norway, UK, and France.• Pioneered supplier selection and contract negotiations, reducing logistics costs by 15% through strategic vendor partnerships.• Optimized cross-border regulatory processes, cutting customs clearance time by 30%.• Mapped end-to-end supply chain workflows, including SOPs and software integration, improving operational efficiency by 25%. Key Achievements:• Secured 100% of required permits within 6 months, enabling seamless startup of logistics operations.• Slashed freight costs by 20% through optimized route planning and carrier contracts.• Built relationships with 15+ key suppliers (packaging, transport, brokers), enhancing supply chain resilience.
- WINCANTONGeneral ManagerLOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAINApril 2017 - April 2020 (3 years)United Kingdom• Transformed 11 loss-making sites into 30% profit-generating operations within 18 months.• Boosted site efficiency by 40% by restructuring labor shifts and reclaiming 2,000+ lost sales hours annually.• Overhauled SHEQ processes, reducing workplace incidents by 50% and achieving 100% compliance.• Mentored 5 high-potential employees into managerial roles through structured career path development. Key• Drove £20M annual turnover with 15% YoY growth via cost optimization and new client acquisitions.• Reduced overhead costs by £500K/year through lean process improvements.
- SUTTONS GROUPFleet / Workshops & Compliance ManagerLOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAINSeptember 2013 - April 2017 (3 years and 7 months)United Kingdom• Streamlined fleet size from 1,500 to 1,000 trailers, saving £1.2M annually in maintenance and storage.• Cut fleet spend by 20% YoY through strategic supplier renegotiations and fuel efficiency programs.
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Education
- MSc, Supply Chain Management And Global LogisticsUniversity of London2022Masters
- BE, Chemical EngineeringUniversity of Kocaeli2006Engineering Degree