Yasir Yilmaz

Logistics & Warehousing Specialist | SAP MM/LE/WMS | Process Optimization | Systems & Operations Integration

Brussels Metropolitan Area

About

Supply chain and logistics professional with 9+ years of international experience across Belgium, the Netherlands, Hungary, and Türkiye within FMCG and 3PL environments. Experienced in warehousing operations, SAP logistics processes (MM/SD/QM/LE), WMS integrations, inventory management, operational excellence, and cross-functional process optimization. Currently coordinating logistics operations across the BeNeLux region at Beiersdorf while contributing to logistics transformation initiatives, warehouse process improvements, analytical reporting, and system-related implementations. Strong ability to bridge operational and system-related requirements by collaborating closely with IT, warehouse operations, customer service, finance, quality, and external logistics providers. Experienced in warehouse start-up and go-live operations, including operational setup, process deployment, system validation, and stabilization activities within international logistics environments. Passionate about continuous improvement, process standardization, supply chain visibility, and data-driven decision-making.

Experience

  • Logistics Coordinator BeNeLux | Supply Chain Execution & Logistics Transformation at Beiersdorf
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    - Coordinating logistics operations across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg to ensure efficient supply and distribution of skin and body care products while supporting warehouse, transport, and replenishment activities. - Driving end-to-end supply chain improvements across the BNL region through cross-functional stakeholder management and operational excellence initiatives. - Acting as key user between logistics operations and IT teams for process improvements and system-related implementations. - Supporting warehouse and logistics transformation initiatives including process standardization, operational optimization, and go-live readiness activities. - Managing SAP-related logistics flows and supporting issue resolution across warehouse and transport operations. - Collaborating with external warehouses and 3PL partners to improve operational efficiency, service levels, and process performance. - Developing Power BI dashboards and analytical reporting tools to improve cost visibility, operational transparency, and data-driven decision-making. - Supporting business implementations related to logistics systems, operational processes, and quality/regulatory compliance requirements. - Contributing to continuous improvement projects focused on cost efficiency, sustainability objectives, and simplification of operational flows.

  • Inventory Coordinator | Supply Chain Operations & Process Optimization | SME at PepsiCo
    Oct 2022 - Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    - Managing inventory accuracy, reconciliation activities, and operational stock control processes within FMCG warehouse operations. - Utilizing SAP, Oracle, and WMS systems to monitor inventory performance, warehouse KPIs, and operational efficiency. - Supporting warehouse and replenishment process improvements through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. - Coordinating with suppliers, customer service, finance, and logistics stakeholders to optimize inventory and supply chain flows. - Preparing operational reports, KPI analyses, and performance insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. - Participating in warehouse and logistics improvement projects focused on operational efficiency and process optimization.

  • Barsan Global Logistics (5 yrs 4 mos)
    • Inventory & Process Optimization Leader | Streamlining Warehouse Operations
      Jan 2019 - Oct 2022 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      - Played a key role in the start-up and operational implementation of the P&G and Barsan logistics project, supporting end-to-end warehouse setup, process deployment, system validation, and operational go-live activities. - Acted as Operational Lead during project kick-off and post go-live stabilization phases, ensuring operational readiness, stakeholder alignment, and process continuity. - Leading root-cause analysis and operational problem-solving initiatives to improve warehouse performance and inventory accuracy. - Supporting system implementation, validation, and change management activities alongside IT and Quality teams. - Investigating and resolving SAP and system-related inventory discrepancies while collaborating with IT to improve process reliability. - Managing inbound, outbound, and internal warehouse operations while ensuring compliance with operational standards and KPIs. - Expertise in SAP MM/SD/QM/LE processes, WMS, DMS, TMS, and IDoc management. - Supporting warehouse process optimization and operational governance initiatives within international 3PL operations.

    • E2E Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist | Transportation & Customs Operations
      Aug 2018 - Dec 2018 · 5 mos

      - Coordinating international transportation and customs operations across multiple countries to ensure efficient and compliant logistics flows. - Managing end-to-end shipment execution while collaborating with customers, customs authorities, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers. - Supporting cost optimization initiatives by identifying efficient transportation routes and improving operational planning activities. - Managing customer pricing, supplier invoicing, and customs-related documentation while ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory requirements. - Acting as key operational contact between customers, suppliers, transport providers, and internal stakeholders to maintain service continuity and operational performance. - Supporting business development activities through quotation management, operational feasibility evaluations, and logistics process improvement initiatives.

    • E2E Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist | Transportation & Customs Operations
      May 2018 - Jul 2018 · 3 mos

      - Coordinating international transportation and customs activities across European logistics operations within a fast-paced 3PL environment. - Managing shipment planning, transport execution, and customs documentation while ensuring operational efficiency and service continuity. - Collaborating with logistics providers, customers, and internal stakeholders to optimize transportation processes and improve execution performance. - Supporting operational planning and cost optimization initiatives through route analysis and process coordination. - Managing transport-related invoicing, supplier coordination, and compliance documentation within international logistics operations.

  • Intern Assistant at İstanbul Aydin University
    Oct 2015 - Aug 2016 · 11 mos

  • Intern at Barsan Global Logistics
    Jul 2015 - Aug 2015 · 2 mos