Nuray Saffak
Detail-oriented and results-driven Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist with over 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and cost optimization in automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries. Holds an MBA (GPA: 3.89/4.00) and a technical background in Materials Science Engineering, enhanced with U.S.-based training in supply chain logistics. Proven ability to negotiate contracts, expand supplier bases, implement KPIs, and streamline procurement operations. Authorized to work in the U.S. and actively seeking full-time opportunities.
Material Science Engineer, MBA
Educational Background
Supply Chain & Logistics / Certificate
Santa Monica College, CA
Jul 2023 - Jul 2024
Key Courses
- Strategic Purchasing
- Logistics Planning
- Supply Chain Operations
- Project Management
Business Administration / Master's Degree
Gebze Technical University, TR
Sep 2018 - Aug 2019
Key Courses
- Business Analyst & Communication
- Financial literacy
- Investment Evaluation
- Project Management
Graduated 1st out of 12 with GPA: 3.89 / 4.00
Graduation Thesis: Glass ceiling syndrome that women frequently experience in high management roles in Turkey
Publications: A survey was conducted with 100 female employees from several industries such as automotive, steel & iron, aerospace and high strength composites.
Material Science and Engineering / Bachelor's Degree
Ondokuz Mayis University, TR
Sep 2010 – Jun 2014
Achievements
- Metallography (Specimen preparation and evaluation)
- Materials science (composites, metallic materials and mechanical behaviors)
- Lab skills (material characterization by using DSC, TGA, FT-IR, XRD, SEM)
Graduated with 1st of 45, GPA: 2.72 / 4.00
Internship: First internship was completed in Sampa Automotive R&D Center. Second one was completed in Toprak Advance Ceramics and Steel Alloys R&D Center.
Graduation Thesis: 1. Targeted Drug Delivery Systems used in cancer treatment.