Ilhan Kilic

Data Analyst | Data Scientist | Python • SQL • Power BI • Machine Learning | PhD in Economics and Finance | Empirical Macroeconomist • Uncertainty Modeller

Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany

About

As a Lecturer at Vistula University since 2021, I have been teaching courses focused on macroeconomic uncertainty, including Introduction to Economics, Macroeconomics, Time Series Econometrics, and Uncertainty and Risk Modelling. My academic foundation is grounded in a PhD in Economics and Finance from Vistula University, where I developed groundbreaking economic, geopolitical, and financial uncertainty indexes for Türkiye, offering critical insights into its impact on industrial production, inflation, and unemployment. My recent role as a Data Analyst at BMZ Germany GmbH in early 2025 involved supporting supply chain optimization through data cleaning, analysis, and dashboard automation. I collaborated with teams to enhance forecast accuracy and streamline processes. Proficient in tools like Python, SQL, and Power BI, I bridge data science and macroeconomics, with a focus on transforming complex data into actionable strategies.

Experience

  • Lecturer at Vistula University
    Jul 2021 - Present · 5 yrs

    I lecture an elective course, Introduction to Macroeconomic Uncertainty. It consists of following courses: + Introduction to Economics, + Macroeconomics, + Time Series Econometrics, and + Uncertainty and Risk Modelling.

  • Data Analyst - Supply Chain at BMZ Germany GmbH
    Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 · 3 mos

    * Developed and automated dashboards to monitor KPIs in procurement, logistics, and production planning. * Conducted data cleaning and analysis to improve forecast accuracy and optimize inventory levels. * Collaborated with supply chain and logistics teams to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements. * Supported decision-making by providing ad-hoc analyses on supplier performance, delivery times, and cost structures.

  • Data Analyst - Reporting and Forecasting at NERAI
    Jun 2019 - Jun 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Consulting and Strategic Risk Analysis