Ahmet Unal
Business Unit Director @ ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC
About
Plant Factory Manager and Senior Operations Director, with solid career developed in the Power&Distribution Transformers and Energy business and Automative industry in large multinational corporations such as ALSTOM,AREVA,GENERAL ELECTRIC,FEDERAL MOGUL with more than 20 years of experience. Business and Natural leader of growing businesses.Extensive experience and strong leadership skills to develop strategy and lead teams for sustainable and profitable growth in business. Solid International experience for a period of 3 years as Branch Manager with expatriation in Bahrain,2 years in India during management of technology of transfer (ToT) from the unit in Turkey to the unit in India, 3 years in Qatar+Saudi Arabia+United Arabic Emirates. Led and managed the complex projects of EWA,DEWA,SEC,Kahramaa,SNC Lavalin,Microsoft ,Amazon, UKPN ,Alfen, Galloper, Alliander, Iberdrola, Leonhard Weiss, Arcelor Mittal, Hindalco, HF, Vestas, EDF, Gaz De France, Orsted, Acwa Power, etc. all over the world, Expertise in managing Profit&Loss of businesses and W2W management,from commercial offers up to delivery and Erection&Commission(E&C) of product, new business development, capacity increase plan implementation and customer relationship development, either private or public, within strict compliance policies and rules, Competency in product customization to customers to address market needs, including Alternate Current and Direct Current products, such as Shunt Reactors and Power Transformers of Small,Medium and Large sizes, as well participation in complexes and Turn Key projects. Ability to lead multi-functional and multi-cultural teams, with shared responsibility, people participation, prioritizing professional development and alignment with business results deliveries. Competency in Union relationships, Skills in Leadership, Plant Factory Management, Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Service Operations Management, Management, Manufacturing Operations Management, Manufacturing,Process Operations, Manufacturing Quality Management, Lean, Kaizen, Risk Management,Sales, Sales and Operations Planning, Manufacturing Maintenance Management, Field Operations Management, Business Development, Change Management, Organizational Development, International Business, Mergers&Acquisition, Digital Services & Asset Performance Management. Expertise in Environment,Health and Safety Management. Contacts : ahmet.unal.gca@outlook.com
Egypt
Cairo
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Team Leadership, Digital Services, Manufacturing Operations, KPI, Maintenance Management, Sales&Operations Planning, Warehouse Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Factory Management, Organizational Leadership, Cost Out, P&L Management, 5S, Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS), Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Asset Performance Management, New Layout
Experience

Plant Factory Manager
Ankara, Turkey
- I led and managed a team of ~250 professionals with revenue of m$ 75, - I had the responsibilities of P&L and Operational Budget preparation for upcoming years, - I built New Team up for Plant Operation, SIOP, Business Development Actions, SWOT Analyses, Implement EHS, Business profits, customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness, - I elaborated and implemented capacity increase plan from 2,500 MVA/year to 7,500 MVA/year, having as pillars: investment, factory renovation and re-layout, hiring and people training, - I managed quality issues resolution eliminating late deliveries, penalties and losses, bringing the operations at better level, with industrial KPIs performing positively and stable and having as consequence, a profitable business, - I managed and led Operation Management,Manufacturing Quality Management, Project Management,Field/Service/Site Management,Warehouse Management,Manufacturing Engineering Management,Maintenance Management, and Scheduling&Planning Management Teams directly, - I led to improve project execution strategies in line with business goals and drive continuous improvement with application of Lean,Kaizen,5S, - I led to oversee a consistent approach to managing the local project portfolio using best practices and company policies, - I led and managed to supervise project teams, ensuring processes and instructions are followed and improved based on lessons learned. - I supported budgeting and planning, identifying and addressing gaps in project execution capacity, - I built strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a key escalation point, - I monitored project performance, resolve escalated issues and ensure proper project closure, - I developed and led project teams, ensuring the right structure, skills and growth opportunities are in place.

Operations Director for Small Power Transformer (SPT)
Gebze
- I executed business strategies, leading a team of 75 professionals, generating revenue of m$ 50 from 0, - I managed organizational adaptations in related functions,with focus on lean culture, improvement in productivity and deliverables of EHS,CT,LT,CoPQ,efficiency,leakage,on-time delivery,inventory, new manufacturers-suppliers into the system, planning new product development with sales, marketing and distribution divisions. - I had hands-on mentality and deep understanding of the manufacturing environment, - I managed best practices of benchmark from other units to our unit, - I organized Field Service Operations of Transformer, - I managed proven track record of success in driving operational excellence and delivering results in complex organizations, - I worked closely with related organizations of the Global Manufacturing Engineering, Global Quality, other units of Manufacturing, Global Product Group Operations team to implement best practices and ensure the adoption of the latest manufacturing technologies across related regions, - I collaborated with the product lines and factory managers to develop and facilitate programs, projects, goals, and metrics that enhance manufacturing performance, - I provided guidance and support in overseeing transformer manufacturing processes, managing resources efficiently, and implementing best practices to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost (SQDIC) targets, - I led manufacturing automation and digitalization projects to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and enhance production capabilities, - I managed the planning, execution, and completion of large capital expenditure projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the required specifications, - I monitored and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs), - I had the responsibilities to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, guideline,

Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance & Energy Manager
Kocaeli, Turkey
- I improved deliverables of EHS, CT, LT, CoPQ, efficiency, leakage, on-time delivery,inventory working with cross functional teams including Sourcing,Procurement,Planning,Production,Quality, Engineering,Marketing,R&D and others for a successful and stable processes leading a team of 50 professionals. - I implemented Lean Culture as basis for continuous improvements as well as Brilliant Factory activities. - I reduced in total budget of maintenance by 30%., - I enhanced on energy consumption by 15%, - I defined standart times as well as cycle time and labour optimization, - I followed Quality manufacturing (8D, 5WHY analysis) and all necessary manufacturing tooling.

Production Manager for Power Transformers
Gebze - Kocaeli - Turkey
- I managed industrial area, composed by manufacturing, planning, industrial engineering, warehouse, and maintenance leading of A Team of 500 professionals, - I elaborated capacity increase plan from 25 000 MVA/year to 40 000 MVA/year, having as pillars: investments, factory renovation and relayout, hiring and people training. Sales yearly from m$ 175 to m$ 275. - I made micro planning as per master planning. EHS. KPIs of EHS, FPY%, Cost, CT, LT, CoPQ, efficiency, leakage, OTD, inventory, PK%, - I had hands-on mentality and deep understanding of the manufacturing environment, - I had the capacity of Transformers (LPT – MPT) reached from m$ 175 to m$ 275, - I managed best practices of benchmark from other units to our unit, - I led maintenance and enhancement activities in the transformers at site, - I managed strong analytical and systemic problem-solving skills with clear passion to develop and change self and others. - I managed proven track record of success in driving operational excellence and delivering results in complex organizations, - I worked closely with related global organizations, - I collaborated with the product lines and factory managers to develop and facilitate programs, projects, goals, and metrics that enhance manufacturing performance, - I provided guidance and support in overseeing transformer manufacturing processes, managing resources efficiently, and implementing best practices to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost (SQDIC) targets, - I led manufacturing automation and digitalization projects to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and enhance production capabilities, - I managed the planning, execution, and completion of large capital expenditure projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the required specifications, - I monitored and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to transformer manufacturing to identify areas for improvement.

Production Manager for Power Transformers
Alstom GRID - Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey
- I managed industrial area, composed by manufacturing, planning, industrial engineering, warehouse, and maintenance leading of A Team of 500 professionals, - I elaborated capacity increase plan from 25 000 MVA/year to 40 000 MVA/year, having as pillars: investments, factory renovation and relayout, hiring and people training. Sales yearly from m$ 175 to m$ 275. - I made micro planning as per master planning. EHS. KPIs of EHS, FPY%, Cost, CT, LT, CoPQ, efficiency, leakage, OTD, inventory, PK%, - I had hands-on mentality and deep understanding of the manufacturing environment, - I had the capacity of Transformers (LPT – MPT) reached from m$ 175 to m$ 275, - I managed best practices of benchmark from other units to our unit, - I led maintenance and enhancement activities in the transformers at site, - I managed strong analytical and systemic problem-solving skills with clear passion to develop and change self and others. - I managed proven track record of success in driving operational excellence and delivering results in complex organizations, - I worked closely with related global organizations, - I collaborated with the product lines and factory managers to develop and facilitate programs, projects, goals, and metrics that enhance manufacturing performance, - I provided guidance and support in overseeing transformer manufacturing processes, managing resources efficiently, and implementing best practices to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost (SQDIC) targets, - I led manufacturing automation and digitalization projects to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and enhance production capabilities, - I managed the planning, execution, and completion of large capital expenditure projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the required specifications, - I monitored and analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to transformer manufacturing to identify areas for improvement.

Field Operations Manager
Turkey
- I led a team of 50 professionals, - I managed EHS, Quality at site, Site planning, Site coordination and monitoring, Site cost management, interfacing with other suppliers, - I led and managed to develop comprehensive plans in collaboration with the Project Controls department, encompassing scope, budget, schedule, and risk management, - I monitored and controlled project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses, and cash flow. - I led and managed to ensure consistent application of contract and claims management, - I sticked to core values of safety and integrity, - I managed complex projects of Electricity Water Authority (EWA) with m$ 130 and Alba with m$ 20 and projects of SNC Lavalin with m$ 10 in Bahrain, Projects of Kahramaa with m$ 80 in Qatar, Projects of Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) with m$ 50 in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Projects with Duabi Electriciy Water Authority (DEWA) with m$ 30 in Dubai, - I have strong customer focus and result oriented, - I have excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, - I have strong communication and interpersonal skills, - I led, developed and managed the requirements for competence matrix of Field Service, creating a career pathway for the team to thrive, - I led and managed to support and implement a culture of strong collaboration between the factories, service units and functions, - I led and managed to develop and implement to establish and grow service operations in new locations/regions, - I had responsibility for hiring, training, and developing staff for all service operations, service training, and support functions, - I led and managed to build partnership and alliances to support expansion effrots and achieve growth targets, - I led and managed to monitor and analyze service performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement, - I ensured satisfaction and alignment with local regulatory and strategic frameworks as well as contractual and technical compliance,

Branch Manager(Sales Coordinator&Project Manager&Service Operations Manager),
ALSTOM GRID - BAHRAIN BRANCH, BAHRAIN
Bahrain
- I have solid international experience of Field Services Operations Manager, Sales Coordinator and Resident Project Manager for 3 years as Branch Manager of Bahrain with expatriation with managing EHS, quality at site, service planning, site coordination and monitoring, site cost management, interfacing with other suppliers of GIS/GIB + automation + cables + civil engineering, material handling, stakeholder relations, documentation managing MEA region (Bahrain + Qatar + BAE + KSA + etc.), - I managed a team of 5 WC and 5 WC of the subcontractors, - I managed EHS, Quality at site, Site planning, Site coordination and monitoring, Site cost management, interfacing with other suppliers, - I led and managed to develop comprehensive plans in collaboration with the Project Controls department, encompassing scope, budget, schedule, and risk management, - I led and managed to ensure consistent application of contract and claims management, - I sticked to core values of safety and integrity, - I managed complex projects of Electricity Water Authority (EWA) with m$ 130 and Alba with m$ 20 and projects of SNC Lavalin with m$ 130, - I have strong customer focus and result oriented, - I have excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, - I have strong communication and interpersonal skills, - I led and managed to develop and implement to establish and grow service operations in new locations/regions, - I had responsibility for hiring, training, and developing staff for all service operations, service training, and support functions, - I led and managed to build partnership and alliances to support expansion effrots and achieve growth targets, - I led and managed to monitor and analyze service performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement, - I ensured satisfaction and alignment with local regulatory and strategic frameworks as well as contractual and technical compliance,

Sales and Project Engineer
AREVA T&D Enerji Endüstrisi A.Ş.
Gebze - Kocaeli - Turkey

Mechanical Design Engineer
AREVE T-D Enerji Endustri A.S.
Gebze - KOCAELİ

Production and Process Engineer
Federal Mogul Izmit Piston San. A.S.
KOCAELİ
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