Senior Merchandiser

Experience: 8 to 10 years

Location: Istanbul

Skills: jersey fabrications, garment construction, knitted apparel production, English, negotiation skills, detail-oriented, ownership mindset

About The Role
As a leading jersey wear manufacturer in Turkey, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality garments to global brands. We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior Merchandiser to join our team. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between customer expectations and production excellence, ensuring seamless execution from sample development to final shipment.

Key Responsibilities
End-to-end follow-up on jersey wear orders, managing the entire lifecycle from initial sampling and proto development to final shipment.
• Assist in building and maintaining a robust network of local and regional vendors (fabric mills, trim suppliers, print/embroidery houses) to meet evolving customer needs and production volumes.
• Provide expert advice and technical suggestions on product design and construction to facilitate cost-saving measures without compromising quality, thereby enhancing product marketability.
• Closely monitor production status on the factory floor; proactively identify potential bottlenecks and implement quick, effective solutions to maintain delivery schedules.
• Prepare, update, and analyze comprehensive production reports to provide transparency to stakeholders and management.
• Support and mentor the wider merchandising team to ensure all deadlines are met and customer service levels remain exemplary.

Requirements
At least a bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Fashion Management, Business Administration,



or a related field.
• 8-10 years of solid experience specifically within jersey wear or garment production.
• Deep understanding of jersey fabrications, garment construction, and the specific technical requirements of knitted apparel production.
• Advanced level of English (both written and verbal) is essential for communicating with international customers and stakeholders.
• Result-oriented with a proven track record of meeting KPIs.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, responsive, and detail-minded.
• A "robust ownership" mindset with meticulous follow-up habits.

About Li & Fung
Li & Fung is a global leader in consumer goods sourcing and end-to-end supply chain solutions. We empower brands and retailers by delivering commercial and operational excellence across every stage of the product lifecycle. For over a century, innovation and creativity have continued to drive our business. Connecting bright minds and crowdsourcing ideas, using design thinking, collaborative workspaces and rapid prototyping are just some of the ways we innovate at Li & Fung every day. Today, we responsibly managing supply chains for high volume, time sensitive goods worldwide. Our end‑to‑end services include product design, raw‑material sourcing, production, quality assurance and logistics across apparel, footwear, accessories and household products. Our aspiration is to deliver value in global supply chains by living our values around people, partners and planet. Guided by Humility, Entrepreneurship and Family, we focus on commercial performance that respects people and the environment.

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