Bengisu Demir

Experience

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  Eroğlu Giyim

  Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

  Denim Designer

  *Designing new collections worldwide brands such as H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, ZARA, River Island etc.*Visualising an idea and producing a design by hand or using computer- Adobe Illustrator CC& Adobe Photoshop CC.*Keeping up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colours and shapes;*Liaising closely with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure the item suits the customer, market and price points.

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  MUDO

  Nov 2017 - May 2020

  Senior Product Developer

  -Creating and developing original initial design ideas, concepts, fabrications, seasonal themesand ideas, management of suppliers and fabric sourcing-Collaborate with Creative Director on direction for theforthcoming season-Sourcing of relevant fabrics and suppliers to meet the design requirements-Developing mood boards and original inspiration themes for seasonal collections-Managing the Collection according to Range Plan -Lap-dip & proto approvals-Working closely with Manufacturers inside and outside of Turkey. Show less

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  BLUEMINT

  Nov 2017 - Jun 2018

  Creative Designer

  *Develop flats and sketches for all designs in each seasonal swim collection, based on brand vision*Prepare a l lmaterials for design presentations a n d production meetings*Research and analyze industry trends, shapes, marketcompetition and trade shows for materials, colors, etc.*Select fabrics, embellishments, colors, or style for each garment oraccessory

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  OXXO TR

  May 2020 - Mar 2022

  Senior Designer

  -Creating and developing collections for Ladies multi product-Working with internal and external teams (vendors and suppliers) for deadlines to ensure product delivery dates are met.-Tracking and monitoring artwork/print development a n dapproval processes in conjunction with Designers.-Range planning according to sales. -Working with the fabric team closely toimplement direction and innovation for the season- Attending to fittings to check the protos, prints fabric and trims. Show less

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  Showroomprive.com

  Mar 2022 - now

  Design Manager

  - Managing whole Turkey operations -Working closely with international buyers, product managers teams in Paris to make sure the needs and expectations are right and on time in product development, prices and production- Extensive experience in RTW, lingerie, homewear with technical knowledge of woven, knitwear products and denim.-Sourcing new suppliers according to customer needs and sales.-Negotiating with suppliers and external brands for purchase, prices, margins according to pricing strategy and budgeting with target prices.- Follow up Productions and logistics to keep the delivery deadlines.-Preparing new collections & offers with suppliers for new products to develop.-Developing a collection plan and trend boards for upcoming season trends.-Checking first samples and production samples according to size specs and tech packs. Show less