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Selin Genc

Leeds,United Kingdom

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bachata Instructor

University of Leeds Salsa Society
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Coordinate and lead weekly bachata classes for students, fostering a supportive, inclusive community and building strong leadership and team collaboration skills

New Product Development (NPD) Assistant

COPPENRATH & WIESE UK LTD
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Led the development of innovative frozen products (desserts) using market insights and consumer trend analysis to drive new product ideas that aligned with customer preferences for quality and taste
  • Worked on the reformulation of existing products (EPD), proposing unique and 'newstalgic' NPD to customers, resulting in the launch of one new product that demonstrated creativity and product integrity, leading to 20 positive online reviews
  • Managed the NPD process, from ideation through to launch, and updated product cost and critical path trackers, ensuring that all products were delivered on time and to quality standards
  • Conducted 7 GAP analyses for leading UK retailers to identify growth areas and key opportunities in the frozen confectionery category
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (NPD, technical, supply chain) to ensure product development processes met industry standards and project timelines

Social Media Representative

Refugee Outreach Committee
Istanbul
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Managed an Instagram account to raise awareness about the Syrian refugee crisis in Turkey, creating engaging posts and educational content to connect with a wide audience and promote social change
  • Published weekly summaries addressing the vulnerabilities and needs of refugees globally, refining communication skills
  • Organised a winter clothing drive to provide local Syrian families with essential items, demonstrating project management skills, and a commitment to community welfare, to create positive social impact

Charity Fundraising

Children of Hope
Istanbul
08.2019 - 06.2019
  • Raised 2000TL (Turkish Lira) with the COH student-led organisation to support Syrian girls' education by hosting a bake sale

Education

BSc - Food Science and Nutrition (Industrial)

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
09.2021 - 07.2025

International Baccalaureate (IB) -

ISTANBUL INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL
09.2019 - 06.2021

Skills

  • Food Innovation & Product Development
  • Consumer Insights & Market Research
  • Trend Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Critical Path Management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Commercial Awareness

Languages

English
Native
Turkish
Native

Custom

University of Leeds Salsa Society, Bachata Instructor, 09/01/24, Present, Coordinate and lead weekly bachata classes for students, fostering a supportive, inclusive community and building strong leadership and team collaboration skills.

Affiliations

  • Bachata

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachata Instructor

University of Leeds Salsa Society
09.2024 - 03.2025

New Product Development (NPD) Assistant

COPPENRATH & WIESE UK LTD
07.2023 - 07.2024

BSc - Food Science and Nutrition (Industrial)

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
09.2021 - 07.2025

Social Media Representative

Refugee Outreach Committee
08.2020 - 06.2021

International Baccalaureate (IB) -

ISTANBUL INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL
09.2019 - 06.2021

Charity Fundraising

Children of Hope
08.2019 - 06.2019

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