ENDER CIHAN TANIYAN
HEAD OF PLANNING
ZAPOPAN
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Planning and Development Manager
ESTAMBUL RESTAURANT
ZAPOPAN, Mexico
09.2020 - 06.2023
- In the company we established with my brother and an investor, we tripled the existing restaurant area in 6 months despite the pandemic, at the end of the 2nd year, we added a chef who is an expert in the field of ice cream and baklava, and added another serious product to our menu. finally the 2nd branch opened in April. Every year, we grew by adding to it without stopping.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate, and support sustainability objectives.
- Improved operational efficiencies to reduce costs and improve productivity.
- Established team of motivated and highly skilled employees to help run business.
Merchandise Planning Manager
KOTON
ISTANBUL
06.2014 - 09.2020
- I managed a project involving 400 stores that will take action for products that do not sell in the new season and contributed to the product sales speed.
- Reducing the company load by taking new actions in the sale of old season products
- I managed the opening processes of outlet stores in 9 countries
- Identified risks and established opportunities to drive growth and increase profit through effective inventory management.
- Monitored [Type] inventory, capacity and movement in retail outlets to maintain optimal levels of stock and resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Refreshed [Type] stock in retail shops to keep displays filled.
- Used [Software] to compute statistics, create visually appealing charts and compile [Type] data.
- Analyzed trends and sales targets to create distribution plans for retail partners.
- Coordinated with [Type] department and retail partners to develop smooth ordering process and efficient delivery of items.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports.
- Researched competitors' actions in marketing, sales and distribution to develop new merchandising strategies.
Retail Planner
ORKA HOLDING
ISTANBUL
03.2013 - 06.2014
- I worked with Deloitte Consulting in the Retail Transition Project
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
Demand Planner
SUVARI
ISTANBUL
03.2011 - 03.2013
- As the key user in the retail system transition project, i ensured the department's seamless department
- We made the demand forecasting project develop as a team.
- We ensured the transfer of products between the stores with artificial intelligence, and a turnover increase of up to 30% was achieved in the groups to which the transfer was made.
- Participated in sales and operations meetings to assess performance and forecast and formulate necessary corrective actions.
- Utilized historical data, statistical software and marketing intelligence to develop and maintain forecast for [Product or Service] lines.
- Created unique promo combinations to lower inventory levels and increase profit margins [Number]%.
- Proposed and implemented solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
EGE UNIVERSITY
IZMIR 09.2005 - 06.2010
Timeline
Planning and Development Manager
ESTAMBUL RESTAURANT
09.2020 - 06.2023
Merchandise Planning Manager
KOTON
06.2014 - 09.2020
Retail Planner
ORKA HOLDING
03.2013 - 06.2014
Demand Planner
SUVARI
03.2011 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
EGE UNIVERSITY
09.2005 - 06.2010