Merve YILDIZ
Buyer
Turkey
Summary
Since 2018, I have been actively involved in the fashion industry, working with garment groups such as jersey, woven and leather, and collaborating with premium brands like HUGO BOSS and COACH. In 2024, I joined LC Waikiki as a Fabric Merchandiser and, after one year, advanced to Junior Buyer, where I continue to grow my expertise in the textile industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Junior Buyer
LC Waikiki
01.2025 - Current
- Checked technical sheets, handled pricing and orders, tracked suppliers and CPS, analyzed trends, and supported cost and performance targets with cross-team coordination.
- Implemented a centralized purchasing system, improving accuracy and reducing processing time for purchase orders.
- Assisted in budget planning, effectively tracking expenditures and identifying opportunities for savings.
Fabric Merchandiser
LC Waikiki
01.2024 - 2024
- Organized seasonal fabric presentations, analyzed suppliers, improved delivery timelines, and supported the buying team in fabric development and price negotiations.
- Organized and followed fabric production process, CPS with suppliers in turkey and far east
Merchandiser
Vizyon Leatherwear
01.2023 - 2024
- Handled trend research, pricing, negotiations and production follow-up for premium leatherwear clients. Coordinated between company and customers.
Merchandiser
Narkonteks Textile
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed orders, pricing and shipments for brands like Hugo Boss and Bamigo. Held meetings and ensured collection flow.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Purchasing Specialist
Narkonteks Textile
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Procured jersey fabrics and accessories, managed suppliers, and optimized prices.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
Education
Textile and Fashion Design Pr. (DL)
Ataturk University
04.2001 -
Applied English and Translation
University of Economics
04.2001 -
Skills
Supplier management
Cost analysis
Sourcing expertise
Purchasing strategies
Production monitoring
Vendor evaluation
Demand forecasting
Websites
References
- Serkan Demir Fabric Manager, serkan.demir@lcwaikiki.com, +90 531 723 93 74, LC Waikiki
- Gülsah, Altintas, Customer Relations Manager, gulsahaltintas@narkonteks.com, +90 506 592 69 43, Narkonteks Textile
- İnci, Büyüktas, Buying Manager, inci.buyuktas@lcwaikiki.com, +90 507 833 85 00, LC Waikiki
Timeline
Junior Buyer
LC Waikiki
01.2025 - Current
Fabric Merchandiser
LC Waikiki
01.2024 - 2024
Merchandiser
Vizyon Leatherwear
01.2023 - 2024
Merchandiser
Narkonteks Textile
01.2021 - 01.2023
Purchasing Specialist
Narkonteks Textile
01.2018 - 01.2021
Textile and Fashion Design Pr. (DL)
Ataturk University
04.2001 -
Applied English and Translation
University of Economics
04.2001 -