Meltem Darakcı
About Meltem Darakcı
Meltem Darakcı is the OEM Account and Area Sales Manager for BENELUX at Allison Transmission, specializing in sales and account management for OEM clients. She has a background in automotive business development and holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Haliç University.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Meltem Darakcı serves as the OEM Account and Area Sales Manager for the BENELUX region at Allison Transmission. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's focus on sales and account management for original equipment manufacturer clients. Her role involves overseeing sales strategies and managing client relationships within the region, specifically in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Previous Experience in the Automotive Industry
Prior to her current position, Meltem Darakcı worked at Mercedes-Benz Türk A.Ş. as a Truck Business Development professional from 2013 to 2016. This role took place in Aksaray, Türkiye, where she gained valuable experience in the automotive sector. Following this, she was employed as a Sales Engineer at Borusan Mannesmann from 2016 to 2017 in İstanbul, Türkiye, further enhancing her expertise in sales and engineering.
Internship at The Coca-Cola Company
In 2012, Meltem Darakcı completed a three-month internship at The Coca-Cola Company in İstanbul. This experience provided her with insights into project management and corporate operations, contributing to her professional development before entering the automotive industry.
Educational Background in Industrial Engineering
Meltem Darakcı earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering from Haliç University, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. This educational foundation has equipped her with the analytical and technical skills necessary for her roles in sales and project management within the automotive sector.
Involvement in Automotive Electrification Projects
Since 2019, Meltem Darakcı has been involved in the automotive electrification sector, focusing on managing new electrification projects that utilize eGen Power e-Axle technology. Her work in this area reflects the industry's shift towards electrification and sustainable transportation solutions.