Ufuk Esen

Executive MBA

Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye

About

As an experienced General Manager leading a team of 300 employees over a decade in the automotive industry, I am responsible for managing all operations in the factory including production, quality, project, maintenance, supply chain, HR, finance, sales. I specialize in strategic planning, operational excellence, customer relationship management, business development, human resources management, P&L accountability, digital transformation, and ESG initiatives. I am passionate about leveraging automation and sustainability in the facility to achieve competitive advantages and long-term success. Throughout my career, I have achieved significant milestones, including growing company revenue while optimizing operational efficiency, reducing workforce dependency through automation without increasing costs, improving the working environment. I am committed to fostering innovation, empowering teams, and creating value through sustainable and forward-thinking strategies that align with global trends. "Mechanical Engineering , Project Management , Process Design , Automotive , Injection Moulding , Lean Manufacturing , Management , Investments , APQP-PPAP , Production Planning , Pricing , Negotiating and Organizing , Autocad , HSE, Quality System , ISO/TS16949 , Paint process on Plastics , Assembly Process on Mechanic Parts , Hot Folio & Welding Process on Plastics"

Experience

  • Deputy GM at DEVAPLAST OTOMOTİV VE BEYAZ EŞYA ÜRÜNLERİ SAN.TİC.A.Ş.
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

  • CT Automotive ()
    • General Manager
      Jan 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Managing a team of 300 employees and responsible for all the operations including production, quality, human resources, project, supply chain, finance, sales. Having experience of plastic injection and components such as interior decorative parts, complex kinematic assemblies. Managed various projects such as Ford, Tesla, Dacia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, TOGG and Renault as Tier1 or Tier2. Develop and execute strategies to align company objectives with market demands. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational and financial excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers. Directing and supporting teams to realise sales targets. Lead efforts to automate production processes and digitalization, achieving cost efficiency and competitiveness in global markets. Drive continuous improvement in production processes to meet customer quality standards. Oversee the technical and soft-skill development of employees to foster a culture of growth and innovation. Implementing rewarding and grading system, title standartization Support ESG initiatives to align with global sustainability goals. Monitoring long term revenue and profit projection. CBD control and update according to the Turkey's economics Manage budgets, cash flow, optimize costs, and ensure financial performance aligns with company goals. Conducting financial analyses for strategic investments and supporting decision-making processes. Taking full accountability for the company’s profit and loss, driving financial health and growth. Drive cost reduction through global agreement, localization, packaging and logistic improvements Oversee supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery and resource availability. Lead project management efforts to meet customer expectations and operational timelines. Regularly report performance metrics and strategic updates to the group-level management. Providing data and analyses for strategic decision-making processes. Union experience

    • Plant Manager
      Aug 2018 - Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 6 mos

      Managing a team of 300 employees and responsible for all the operations including production, quality, human resources, project, supply chain, finance, sales. Having experience of plastic injection and components such as interior decorative parts, complex kinematic assemblies. Managed various projects such as Ford, Tesla, Dacia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, TOGG and Renault as Tier1 or Tier2. Develop and execute strategies to align company objectives with market demands. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational and financial excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers. Directing and supporting teams to realise sales targets. Lead efforts to automate production processes and digitalization, achieving cost efficiency and competitiveness in global markets. Drive continuous improvement in production processes to meet customer quality standards. Oversee the technical and soft-skill development of employees to foster a culture of growth and innovation. Implementing rewarding and grading system, title standartization Support ESG initiatives to align with global sustainability goals. Monitoring long term revenue and profit projection. CBD control and update according to the Turkey's economics Manage budgets, cash flow, optimize costs, and ensure financial performance aligns with company goals. Conducting financial analyses for strategic investments and supporting decision-making processes. Taking full accountability for the company’s profit and loss, driving financial health and growth. Drive cost reduction through global agreement, localization, packaging and logistic improvements Oversee supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery and resource availability. Lead project management efforts to meet customer expectations and operational timelines. Regularly report performance metrics and strategic updates to the group-level management. Providing data and analyses for strategic decision-making processes. Union experience.

    • Production&Planning Manager
      Feb 2011 - Aug 2018 · 7 yrs 7 mos

      Managed a team of approximately 150 employees, overseeing all production-related activities including manufacturing, production & material planning, maintenance, and warehouse operations. Played a key role in ensuring efficient production processes, maintained high-quality standards, and met customer delivery deadlines. Monitored and optimized production performance and ensured follow up KPIs of the department. Contributing to define the continuous improvement action plan (sustainable development, 5S, quality, environment, safety and loss prevention … etc). Manage to meet production requirements for all shifts and motivate employees toward meeting production goals. Define and co-operatively manage all maintenance activities belonging to injection molding machines, paint shop equipment, assembly fixtures, facility equipment. Improve manufacturing technologies and efficiency of production lines. Ensure goods and services are efficiently planned, purchased, expedited and delivered within the forecast and budget, Ensure that the team consistently met and exceeded key performance indicators (KPIs), aligning daily operations with broader organizational goals. I led efforts to improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization, resulting in measurable cost savings and enhanced productivity.

  • Project Engineer at Engineering Company
    Jun 2008 - Jan 2009 · 8 mos

    Calculation & Design of Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Fire Protection Systems Projects Preparing Quotations Installation support on site