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I am a senior textile sourcing and product development professional with over 25 years of experience. My passion lies in building long-term partnerships with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. I love collaborating with manufacturers to enhance fabric selection and production processes.
Language
English
Advanced
German
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Founder / Textile Sourcing Consultant at MODALAB
January 1, 2018 - PresentManaging end-to-end private-label sourcing and production for international clients, from supplier selection to delivery. Coordinating sampling, fit evaluations, quality inspections, and production follow-up while negotiating pricing and overseeing international logistics.
Head of Design Department at FB Tekstil
December 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018Led the design team to develop collections aligned with client styles and price expectations, presented collections to clients, and coordinated with sample department and external suppliers.
Team Leader (Marks & Spencer Account) at SUN Tekstil
June 1, 2011 - May 1, 2012Managed P&L, production planning, and delivery timelines for a key international retail account, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
Product Manager at JC Tekstil / AWS
October 1, 2004 - June 1, 2010Oversaw collections for US and European brands, managed design, sourcing, pricing, and collection presentations, and participated in industry fairs.
Merchandiser at LARA Konfeksiyon
January 1, 2003 - April 1, 2004Handled pricing, sample development, and pre-production for US and EU clients.
Merchandiser at RAFTING Moda
November 1, 1999 - June 1, 2001Responsible for price research and production coordination.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Textile Engineering at Ege University – Faculty of Engineering
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail
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