Barış Oğuz

Results driven textile professional experienced in team leadership, buyer relations and production management. Skilled in overseeing production processes, improving customer satisfaction, strengthening supplier communication and increasing profit margins through efficient operations and strategic coordination. Strong communicator with a proactive and business oriented mindset.

Senior Merchandiser at Filteks Moda Dış Ticaret Limited Şirketi, Fildesign (2025-11 – Present)

• Managed end-to-end order process from PO receipt to final shipment, including production planning, pricing, and lead time negotiations with local manufacturers.
• Acted as the key liaison between international buyers and local suppliers, ensuring smooth communication and alignment on quality, cost and delivery requirements.
• Supervised sample development, production tracking and quality control processes to ensure on-time and in-spec deliveries.
• Represented buyer-side responsibilities for domestic brands while coordinating with international clients on merchandising operations.
• Successfully managed end-to-end operations for 7 different brands within the company portfolio.

Senior Merchandiser at Eltan Hazir Giyim Sanayi Ticaret A.S. (Denim) (2023-01 – 2025-11)

• Managed end-to-end merchandising operations for denim programs targeting key export customers.
• Led collection development processes for both domestic and international clients.
• Maintained direct communication with buyers to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term business continuity.
• Conducted price negotiations, sample presentations, and seasonal trend discussions with clients.
• Managed fabric sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with quality standards

Merchandiser at Eltan Hazir Giyim Sanayi Ticaret A.S. (Denim) (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Managed production processes from pre-production samples to bulk manufacturing.
• Handled cost calculations, delivery planning, and quality control follow-up.

Junior Merchandiser at Taha Holding- Yavuz Tekstil San. Tic. Aş. (2020-01 – 2021-12)

• Coordinating with production teams for shipment sample approvals
• Managing washing approvals and communicating production feedback
• Preparing weekly production and shipment reports
• Supporting repeat orders through self-approval documentation

Ironing & Packing Chief Assistant / Cutting Department Assistant at Nam Moda Tekstil L.T.D. Ş.T.İ (2017-01 – 2019-12)

• Supported end-to-end garment production operations including cutting, sewing, finishing and packing processes.
• Coordinated production flow, quality control follow-ups and delivery planning to support on-time shipments.
• Worked closely with production teams to monitor workflow efficiency and resolve operational issues during manufacturing processes.
• Assisted in ensuring production timelines and customer delivery requirements were met in fast-paced environments.

Pattern Maker Assistant at Akarteks Tekstil San. Ve Tic. A.Ş. (2017-01 – 2018-12)

• Managing shrinkage tests and washing approvals
• Recording and reporting test results to pattern department processes.
• Assisted in ensuring production timelines and customer delivery requirements were met in fast-paced environments.

Associate Degree in Textile Technologies – Anadolu University (2022-01 – 2026-12)

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration – One Course Remaining – Namık Kemal University (2019-01 – 2021-12)