Umut BURSA

Experience

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  Vestel

  Jun 2003 - Jul 2003

  Intern
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  Vestel

  Jun 2005 - Jul 2005

  Intern

  VESTELKOM

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  Multiple Software Companies

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2009

  Software Engineer
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  Dokuz Eylul University Rectorship

  Jul 2006 - Nov 2006

  Software Engineer

  Developed software applications using Oracle Forms & Reports with an Oracle 9i database.

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  Ak-Ser Özel Eğitim, Proje ve Danışmanlık

  Feb 2007 - Oct 2007

  Software Engineer

  Analyzed software requirements and designed user interfaces for an application on "Classifications and Statistics of Agrarian Products" using C# and Visual Studio. Developed Online and Offline Communication and Interface modules for the large-scale e-Learning project MEBEP (Mekan Bağlı Eğitim Projesi) in collaboration with Dokuz Eylul University.

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  Kentkart

  Dec 2009 - Mar 2016

  Responsible for the full project lifecycle, including defining, planning, tracking, and managing assigned projects. Identified key resources, set clear direction, and ensured alignment with project objectives. Role involved motivating teams, fostering collaboration, and maintaining effective communication with senior management.Actively managed project schedules and deliverables, utilizing various project management tools such as reports, tracking systems, and project scheduling software (JIRA, Trello, Microsoft Project, etc.). Also led change management efforts and facilitated timely decision-making.In addition to project duties, represented the company at domestic and international fairs, participating both as a visitor and an exhibitor. Show less Led entire projects and specialized in engineering aspects such as system, hardware, and software development for automated fare collection, vehicle management, clearing house services, and passenger information systems. Responsibilities included project scheduling, resource management, procurement coordination, team leadership, risk assessment and mitigation, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle.Worked on a range of international projects in countries including Qatar, Serbia, Poland, Hungary, Macedonia, Syria, Jordan, Pakistan, Kosovo, Bahrain, and Azerbaijan. Show less

  • Project & System Development Team Lead

    Jan 2014 - Mar 2016

  • Project Manager

    Apr 2011 - Jan 2014

  • Project Coordinator

    Apr 2010 - Apr 2011

  • Software Engineer

    Dec 2009 - Apr 2010
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  PayCore

  Jul 2016 - Dec 2016

  Project Management Manager

  Single point of contact in Izmir Automated Fare Collection Projects between the Cardtek Group and Izmir Metropolitan Municipality and ESHOT. Responsible for planning and monitoring the projects, managing the production and development of the required deliverables, identifying and obtaining support and keeping the projects in scope.

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  ASAY Group

  Feb 2018 - Jul 2021

  Senior Project Manager

  Worked as a Project Manager and focused on SmartCity, IoT, Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation projects. Planned, managed, monitored, and reported the project with project management tools, presented the project idea, or was assigned to the project after it had already been approved. Acted as a bridge between the senior management and the teams responsible for the actual execution of the project. Made sure the scope was solid and reported regularly on the progress.In parallel, worked on forming the Project Management Office (PMO) and was responsible for organizing and conducting relevant training so that all relevant stakeholders speak the same language. Show less

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  Vestel

  Aug 2022 - now

  As a Production PMO Program Manager, responsible for managing projects through the manufacturing cycle, from initial project start-up through to delivery. Also assess new build plans, assess various procedures in the production process, and maintain an open line of communication with project stakeholders.Responsible for delivering successful outcomes for digital transformation projects via effective and pragmatic project management and supporting European Union and TUBITAK research and innovation incentive programs on behalf of the VE Production Departments. Show less

  • Senior Information Technology Specialist - Enterprise Applications

    Feb 2025 - now

  • Program Manager - Vestel Electronics / Production PMO

    Aug 2022 - Jan 2025