Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Additional Information
Yoga, Canvas Acyrlic painting, Swimming
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Merve Bayşi

Merve Bayşi

Dhaka,Bangladesh

Summary

I have contributed significantly to company's product and manufacturer growth in Turkey, Bangladesh, China and Vietnam, as well as purchasing in various category groups of the Buying department for 11 years. In addition to buying and merchandising, I would like to showcase my current product development abilities more.

I would like to mention that I am incredibly dedicated and enthusiastic about being effective and fast in business, and that I am eager to take on the responsibilities that come with the role. I understand that willing, attentive, and meticulous labor will undoubtedly result in success. As a result, I am confident that my talents and work ethic will be beneficial to you.

Thank you for reading my cover letter and reviewing my CV. I hope to hear good news from you as soon as possible.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Seniour Merchandiser

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık Hizm. A.Ş Bangladesh Liason
01.2022 - Current
  • Managing all processes from costing to shipping to place orders of Tricot, Underwear and Pyjama buyer groups to appropriate suppliers based on KPIs, target price, deadline, and quality policies of LCW.
  • Providing communication between Buyers and suppliers throughout the entire processes such as new developments, costing, CPS.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to negotiate better pricing, improving profitability for the company.
  • Assisting the buyers with collections and new developments while preparing for sketch sign off sessions.
  • Sourcing new vendors and providing to introduce them to Buying teams.
  • Collected data, monitored project progress and finalized reports before reporting to management.
  • Established a performance-driven culture within the merchandising team by setting clear objectives and providing regular feedback on progress.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to negotiate better pricing, improving profitability for the company.

Senior Buyer

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş.
07.2018 - 12.2021
  • Collaborating with suppliers to provide various collections and fabric qualities belong to Outerwear, Swimwear, Jersey, Woven set product groups to designers and Product Managers.
  • Visiting variety competitor brands and boutique in variety countries in order to support the collection and catch the new trends.
  • Managing all processes from costing to shipping, placing orders with the appropriate supplier based on KPIs, target price, deadline and quality policies of company.
  • Analyzing weekly and monthly sales performance to make decision on Rpt, fast track, and next season action plans.
  • In LCW stores, regular meetings are held with customers to hear their needs and feedback and to provide prompt service.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
  • Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Identified new suppliers through market research, generating competitive bids for better pricing.
  • Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.

Assistant Merchandiser

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş
04.2014 - 07.2018
  • Collaborating with suppliers to provide various collections and fabric qualities belong to Outerwear, Swimwear, Jersey, Tricot, Woven set product groups to designers and Product Managers.
  • In accordance with CPS guidelines, helping the buyer with the order processes from order placement to shipment term for the Jersey, Tricot, Outerwear, and Swimwear product groups.
  • Managing vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality products at competitive prices.
  • Assisting in the development of seasonal campaigns, contributing to increased brand visibility and customer interest.
  • Scheduling meetings such as Trading, Stock option, Sample sign off for Buying and Product Management teams.

Inspector

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş.
06.2013 - 04.2014
  • Conducting AQL 2.5 inspections at factories and reporting to Buying teams
  • Providing training to new suppliers and suppliers experiencing quality issues.
  • Reduced the frequency of defects by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Conducting a monthly failure rate analysis and inviting and training suppliers.

Marketing Officer

Arma Lazer Makineleri Ltd.şti
02.2010 - 06.2013
  • Purchasing laser and embroidery machines in China and introduce them to Turkish clients.
  • Organizing sales contract with clients
  • Providing technical service in the case clients face technical issue.


Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Faculty of Textile Engineering

Istanbul Aydın University
2019

A-Levels - Textile Technology

Istanbul Beykent University
2010

Diploma of Higher Education - Garment Technology

TIM (Turkey Exports Council) High School / Textile
2007

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Programs
  • The Gerber Programmer
  • Fluent in English
  • Product merchandising
  • Product management and pricing
  • Order processing
  • Customer needs analysis
  • Customer rapport
  • Market research
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Policies and procedures
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • On-site product demonstrations
  • Prospecting and networking skills
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Punctuality, taking initiative and responsibility, possessing a teamwork mindset and empathy, easy adaptability, creating innovative strategies and ability to make quick and effective decisions

Accomplishments

    · Contributed to $85,000,000 turnover for about 18,500,000 qty in 6-season 3 year in Tricot, Underwear, and Pyjamas categories.

    · Reducing acrylic yarn prices about 28% in order to catch the target FOB.

    · Raising on-time shipment performance of Bangladesh from 32% to 95% within a season, guaranteeing that products arrived to stores on time.

    · To achieve the same efficiency as Turkey suppliers, the knitting time and production efficiency was improved in Bangladesh suppliers.

    · Developing bag product groups for the first time in Bangladesh and return to order. Increasing the business volume in Bag and Luggage products.

    · Production of outerwear as fast track in 21 days for the first time

    · In order to catch the Eid holiday shopping term, I took the initiative to inspect the company's baby and kid groups while I was an assistant merchandiser.

Languages

Turkish
First Language
English
Advanced
C1

Certification

2012- American Language Schools and Culture Association -Advance certificate

2017- Work Healty and Security Education İstanbul, Turkey

2019- Troy CPS User Power Member İstanbul, Turkey

2023- Costing/Consumption based on min projection

Additional Information

Dear Sir/Madam,


As a citizen of Turkey, I would like to let you know that I currently live in Bangladesh. I do not have any restrict as working place and country.

Yoga, Canvas Acyrlic painting, Swimming

*I regularly join to Yoga class in one of the club I member and I paint with natural paints on acrylic canvases in my spare time, which helps me to clear my head. On the other hand, I am interested in geography to learn different countries and cultures.

Timeline

Seniour Merchandiser

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık Hizm. A.Ş Bangladesh Liason
01.2022 - Current

Senior Buyer

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş.
07.2018 - 12.2021

Assistant Merchandiser

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş
04.2014 - 07.2018

Inspector

Lcwaikiki Mağazacılık A.Ş.
06.2013 - 04.2014

Marketing Officer

Arma Lazer Makineleri Ltd.şti
02.2010 - 06.2013

A-Levels - Textile Technology

Istanbul Beykent University

Diploma of Higher Education - Garment Technology

TIM (Turkey Exports Council) High School / Textile

2012- American Language Schools and Culture Association -Advance certificate

2017- Work Healty and Security Education İstanbul, Turkey

2019- Troy CPS User Power Member İstanbul, Turkey

2023- Costing/Consumption based on min projection

Diploma of Higher Education - Faculty of Textile Engineering

Istanbul Aydın University
Merve Bayşi