Dogukan Toktas
Halifax,NSS
Summary
MSc in Business graduate with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering, bringing a strong foundation in analytical problem-solving and a solution-oriented mindset. Known for a structured, well-planned approach to challenges and exceptional teamwork abilities. Skilled in tackling complex analytical problems and collaborating effectively to achieve results.
Work History
Research Assistant
Dalhousie University
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted Research on Sustainable Supply Chain Analytics
- Published an article in a reputable journal (Sustainability)
- Successfully defended the thesis on the optimization of B2C e-commerce deliveries.
Lecturing Teaching Assistant
Dalhousie University
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Lectured junior students in the course "Quantitative Decision Making", focusing on solving business case studies, decision analysis on MS Excel, as well as statistics and probabilistic distributions.
- Taught this course to over 80 students, leveraging strong communication and public speaking skills.
Teaching Assistant
Bilkent University
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked as a tutor and grader for the "Quality Control and Improvement" course. The emphasis was on statistical analysis using probabilistic distributions.
Long Term Intern
Ernst & Young
06.2022 - 09.2022
- In a team of four, provided financial advisory services to the largest banks in Turkey.
- Utilized strong communication skills to improve relationships with 3 bank representatives.
- Used MS Excel and SQL to complete 2 balance sheets and acquisitions projects.
Senior Year Project Engineer
Renault Group
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked in a team of 7 on scheduling optimization
- Created a decision support system and an interface with Excel VBA
Volunteer
Social Awareness Projects, Bilkent University
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Organized educative programs each week for 60 children in rural communities.
- Supported engagement of young students to enhance the learning environment.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to build connections with students.
Education
Master of Science - Business
12-2024
- GPA: 4.15
- Research Funding, 2024 from Climate Action and Awareness Fund
- Thesis Paper: On Decarbonizing City Logistics: Analytical Models for Sustainable Package Delivery and Pickup (https://hdl.handle.net/10222/84737)
- Published Paper: Toward Greener Supply Chains by Decarbonizing City Logistics: A Systematic Literature Review and Research Pathways (https://www.mdpi.com/2935246)
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
01-2023
GPA Last 2 years: 3.47 / 4
- Relevant Coursework: Pricing and Revenue Optimization, Applied Data Analysis (R programming & SQL), Mathematical Modeling, Business Analytics (Python and MS Excel VBA), Finance
Skills
- Data Analysis, Programming, Operations Management, Modeling/Optimization, Statistical Analysis
- Programming Languages: Python, R Studio, SQL, Excel VBA
- Team player and problem solver
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Interests
Sustainability, Finance, Supply Chain, Academic Research
Publications
- Journal: Sustainability, Title: Toward Greener Supply Chains by Decarbonizing City Logistics: A Systematic Literature Review and Research Pathways (2024)
Timeline
Research Assistant - Dalhousie University
01.2024 - 12.2024
Lecturing Teaching Assistant - Dalhousie University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant - Bilkent University
09.2022 - 01.2023
Long Term Intern - Ernst & Young
06.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Year Project Engineer - Renault Group
09.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer - Social Awareness Projects, Bilkent University
02.2018 - 03.2020
Dalhousie University - Master of Science, Business
Bilkent University - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
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