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Yasemin Yigit

Summary

Driven Merchandise Assistant with background in managing product assortments, vendor relations and purchase orders. Strong abilities in inventory control, merchandise planning, and trend analysis. Known for contributing to revenue growth through strategic merchandise selection and pricing strategies. Possess solid skills in using merchandising software and preparing sales reports to assist decision-making process.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandise Assistant

Affinity Designs
, NY
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the maintenance and organization of the merchandise inventory database.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.
  • Prepared purchase orders for new items to be added to inventory.
  • Conducted periodic stock-takes to identify discrepancies between physical stock and computerized records.
  • Monitored customer feedback on merchandise quality and presented findings to themanagement team.
  • Established processes for tracking returns, exchanges, refunds, credits, andwarranties.
  • Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Performed jewelry photography

Sales Associate

Zara
, NY
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.

Pattern Design Intern

Zorlu Holding
, NY
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Developed multiple design concepts for a new product launch.
  • Collaborated with the creative team to develop designs in line with brand standards.
  • Utilized computer-aided design software to develop accurate technical drawings of patterns for apparel production.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in existing designs.
  • Created original skhes for new pattern designs based on trends and customer requests.
  • Prepared color pallet in home textile.

Sales Associate

Sehri Sal Moda
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Organized fabrics in store.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.

Fabric Development Intern

Sik Apre
Istanbul, Turkey
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Research for fabric qualities.
  • Measurement and development of fabric and fiber.
  • Design and pattern development.
  • Researched, analyzed, and documented system requirements and specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Textile Development And Marketing, GPA: 3.78

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05-2023

Associate of Science - Textile Development And Marketing, GPA:3.65

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul, Turkey
05-2021

Skills

  • Merchandising trends
  • Photoshop
  • Dobby Pro
  • Stoll
  • Google Slide, Drive, Docs
  • Stock control
  • Pricing strategy
  • Trend Analysis
  • Sales Techniques
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Brand Awareness
  • Visual display installations
  • Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Data Management
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Organization
  • Flexibility
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Merchandise Assistant

Affinity Designs
10.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Zara
10.2022 - 01.2023

Pattern Design Intern

Zorlu Holding
06.2022 - 07.2022

Sales Associate

Sehri Sal Moda
09.2019 - 03.2020

Fabric Development Intern

Sik Apre
05.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Textile Development And Marketing, GPA: 3.78

Fashion Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Textile Development And Marketing, GPA:3.65

Istanbul Technical University

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