I'm a Marketing and Merchandising professional in the global textile industry with a strong background in private-label production, B2B sales, and international account management. I have led digital transformation, client communication, and collection development for global fashion brands. Fluent in five languages, I thrive in cross-cultural collaboration and am passionate about sustainable fashion and innovation.

Saime Aslan

I'm a Marketing and Merchandising professional in the global textile industry with a strong background in private-label production, B2B sales, and international account management. I have led digital transformation, client communication, and collection development for global fashion brands. Fluent in five languages, I thrive in cross-cultural collaboration and am passionate about sustainable fashion and innovation.

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I’m a Marketing and Merchandising professional in the global textile industry with a strong background in private-label production, B2B sales, and international account management.

I have led digital transformation, client communication, and collection development for global fashion brands. Fluent in five languages, I thrive in cross-cultural collaboration and am passionate about sustainable fashion and innovation.

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Dutch
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Merchandiser & Marketing Manager at Dora Giyim
December 1, 2024 - Present
Overseeing end-to-end marketing strategy and senior merchandising operations for a premium private-label shirt manufacturer. Managing key accounts from concept to production, leading all phases from design brief to bulk delivery with a customer-centric focus. Leading digital marketing transformation by integrating HubSpot for CRM, campaign automation, and inbound strategy. Facilitating internal communication workshops using color-based personality models to enhance collaboration and service quality. Developed Dora Giyim’s global content marketing strategy to boost B2B outreach and differentiate in the competitive textile landscape.
Business Development at QOOPER MENTORING SOFTWARE
December 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Spearheading sales initiatives to enhance customer relationships and expand market share in the U.S. Identifying new customer segments through targeted lead generation, contributing to revenue growth. Leveraging SaaS platforms to optimize customer onboarding processes and reduce churn rates.
Sales & Marketing Manager at ASLAN TEKSTIL
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2023
Launched and led the export department, increasing international sales and improving client engagement by 100%. Revamped product collections to align with sustainable fashion trends, enhancing brand visibility in global markets. Analyzed market trends to develop innovative marketing strategies, resulting in a 67% increase in revenue.
Marketing Manager at MAYDENIM TEKSTIL
August 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018
Initially hired as Merchandiser for top brands like Inditex and Urban Outfitters; promoted to Marketing Manager within a year. Developed and implemented global marketing strategies, strengthening client relationships across 10+ countries. Led the creation and presentation of seasonal collections, significantly boosting brand presence.
Long-term Intern at VAKKO
June 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
Supported W Collection’s production and design team as an Industrial Engineering and Fabric Buying Intern. Conducted financial data analysis to guide store opening/closing decisions based on regional customer behavior.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Systems & Industrial Engineering at Sabancı University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
AFS Exchange Program at Sint Vincentius Instituut, Belgium
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Foundations of Finance
May 1, 2018 - December 4, 2025
Fashion Management Certification
May 1, 2018 - December 4, 2025
NLP Master Practitioner
October 1, 2020 - December 4, 2025
Digital Marketing Certification
September 1, 2024 - December 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment