Global Automotive Solutions Director @ Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Rehovot, Israel, is a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions. The company's patented FDM®, PolyJet® and WDM™ 3D Printing technologies produce prototypes and manufactured goods directly from 3D CAD files or other 3D content. Systems include 3D printers for idea development, prototyping and direct digital manufacturing. Stratasys subsidiaries include MakerBot and Solidscape, and the company operates the RedEye digital-manufacturing service. Stratasys has more than 1,900 employees, holds over 550 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents globally, and has received more than 25 awards for its technology and leadership. From December 2015 to Present (1 month) Automotive Solutions Director, Asia Pacific and Japan @ Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Rehovot, Israel, is a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions. The company's patented FDM®, PolyJet® and WDM™ 3D Printing technologies produce prototypes and manufactured goods directly from 3D CAD files or other 3D content. Systems include 3D printers for idea development, prototyping and direct digital manufacturing. Stratasys subsidiaries include MakerBot and Solidscape, and the company operates the RedEye digital-manufacturing service. Stratasys has more than 1,900 employees, holds over 550 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents globally, and has received more than 25 awards for its technology and leadership. From August 2015 to November 2015 (4 months) Senior Manager Purchasing @ • Responsible for the Driving Dynamics and Brake System Departments Dampers, Coil Spring, Stabilizer Bar, Auxiliary Spring, NVH/AVS Components, Aluminum Casted / Forged Parts, Steering Column, Steering System, Break Pads, Brake Discs, Brake Caliper, Break Hoses, Brake systems / Sensors, Wheel Bearing, Wheel Control Systems. etc. • Coordinate the further strategic development and integration of Asian business opportunities into the BMW global networks by transfer of information from Asian supply sources into the product development and sourcing strategies. • Develop the independent and continuous provision of a comprehensive market analysis of the Chinese and Asian supplier base and technology trends in Asia aiming at an up-to-date knowledge of the Chinese/Asian supply base. From September 2010 to August 2015 (5 years) Project Manager Purchasing @ • Overseeing the sourcing activities for the 1.4L / 1.6L Engines • Project calculation and localization strategies for future Volkswagen Engine projects in China • Coordinated purchasing activities for Volkswagen Engine projects in China between the Volkswagen Headquarters and Engine Plants China • Strategic Sourcing Planning & Inquiry process controlling for both VW JVs in China • Key Components Negotiation with global suppliers From January 2010 to September 2010 (9 months) Senior Purchasing Officer @ • Lead Buyer for Metal Parts (Aluminum Wheels, Aluminum Die Casting Parts, Sheet Metals, Drive-shaft, Steering System, Steering Column, Stabilizer Bars, Door Hinges etc.) • Regional Sourcing Officer for Export Metal Parts from China to VW Group brands Worldwide • Project Leader: Development and Procurement of VW China Door Hinge Concept and Sourcing Strategy • Analysis of China Procurement Market for potential Suppliers, new concepts and Technologies • Localization of CKD products together with QA and Engineering Department From January 2008 to January 2010 (2 years 1 month) Purchasing Officer @ • Lead Buyer for Chassis Parts (Driveshaft, Steering System, Steering Column Stabilizer Bar, Coil Spring) • Regular Supplier visits in China • Support of VW JVs in China for Supplier Management • Responsible for Metal parts in China Sourcing Projects for New Vehicles • Co-Development of Stamping Molds Procurement and Export from China From April 2006 to December 2007 (1 year 9 months) International Purchasing @ Make or Buy decision, Supplier Scouting East Europe and Asia, Vendor Contracts management From September 2005 to March 2006 (7 months) Quality @ APQP, FMEA and PPAP, Mile Stone tracking, Process coordination among departments From April 2005 to August 2005 (5 months) Purchasing @ RFQ for sub-components Injection system for Diesel Engines, Supplier Day organization, ISO document audits at suppliers From September 2003 to March 2004 (7 months)

MBA, Master of Business Administration, with Distinction @ Vlerick Business School, BelgiumBusiness in China / Entrepreneurship @ Peking University, ChinaGerman Diplom, International Business @ ESB Business School, Reutlingen University, GermanyPrivate College Plovdiv, BulgariaHigh School, Turkey Baran Gumusel is skilled in: Purchasing, Automotive, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain, German, Quality Management, Manufacturing, Pricing, Vehicles, Negotiation, Powertrain, Strategic Sourcing