EM Lyon Business School

2023 - 2024, Paris

M.Sc. in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Strategy

Specialized in leveraging AI and data science techniques to solve real-world business challenges in dynamic environments.

Sabancı University

2015 - 2020, Istanbul

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Minor in Finance (100% Scholarship)

Graduated with High Honors (CGPA: 3.69/4.00).

EM Strasbourg Business School

2018, Strasbourg

Erasmus Exchange Program in Finance

Saint Joseph French High School

2011 - 2015, Izmir

Data Scientist

2024 - Present

Ubisoft, Paris, France

• Researched and benchmarked Generative AI APIs against traditional data science techniques.
• Developed Streamlit applications on Dataiku for topic modeling and sentiment analysis, optimizing data workflows and reducing manual analysis time.
• Built a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) application to enhance accessibility of marketing reports, improving efficiency in data retrieval.
• Enhanced Tableau dashboards by integrating Generative AI APIs and custom visualizations, improving data storytelling and supporting strategic decisions.

Data Analyst - Quality Management

2020 - 2023

Japan Tobacco International (JTI), Izmir, Turkey

• Developed SQL scripts and a Power BI dashboard to track KPIs, improving machine performance monitoring by 30%.
• Designed ETL pipelines in Power BI (DAX/Power Query), consolidating data from 5+ systems and reducing weekly reporting time from 6 hours to 1 hour.
• Conducted consumer feedback analysis using root cause analysis, leading to a 20% reduction in complaint rates.
• Led multiple quality process improvement initiatives, achieving significant efficiency gains and standardizing best practices.

Tekfen Holding

2020, Istanbul

Developed financial reports for multiple subsidiaries, gaining experience in financial data analysis and corporate reporting.

Danfoss

2018, Istanbul

Participated in sales analytics meetings, analyzing business performance metrics to support strategic decision-making.

Şişecam

2018, Istanbul

Developed a supplier risk management simulation model, introducing data-driven insights for operational improvements.

JTI

2017, Izmir

Implemented 5S3R process optimization and supported customer complaints management through data analysis.

Sabancı University

2017-2020, Istanbul

Peer Advisor & Resident Assistant

Mentored students and organized campus events, developing leadership and project management skills.

Unilever Chain Reaction

2019 - 2020

Graduation Project: Designed an inventory management optimization model, improving demand forecasting efficiency.

Tea Talks With CEOs Student Club

2015 - 2020

President

• Led a 300+ member organization, facilitating networking with top executives.
• Organized 100+ high-profile leadership talks and 5 international business trips (San Francisco, Seoul, Dubai, Madrid, Munich).
• Met with leaders of Google, Apple, Facebook, BMW, Samsung, HP, Coca Cola and many more.

Crossing Paths Career Talks

2016 - 2018

Program Moderator

• Hosted live YouTube Q&A sessions, providing career guidance to a nationwide audience.

Sabancı University Civic Involvement Project

2016 - 2017

Volunteer

• Taught STEM subjects at an orphanage, fostering interest in technology and analytics among students.

Stubridge App

2016 - 2018

Market Developer

• Developed and executed marketing strategies for a growing student networking platform.