Merchandiser Cum Designer

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Textile, Fashion Design, or related field
Fresh graduates or candidates with relevant experience are welcome
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Strong fashion sense and knowledge of fashion design
Ability to communicate in Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, and English
Able to travel overseas for job assignments
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Creative, resourceful, and willing to take on challenges
Able to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
Good team player with strong collaboration skills
esponsibilities
Prepare purchasing plans based on allocated budget
Liaise with local and overseas suppliers for sampling, production capacity, order booking, and delivery timelines
Arrange fabric purchasing and conduct seasonal merchandise reviews
Ensure sample quality, finishing, and fitting measurements meet specifications before production
Analyze fashion trends through websites, subscriptions, publications, and market research (local & overseas)
Compile trend analysis reports for business insights
Collaborate with sales and management teams to develop new styles based on consumer preferences
Design and develop new fashion concepts and applications
Conduct monthly review on sell-out performance and inventory levels
Review rejected items monthly for markdown or damage handling
Perform market surveys (at least once a month) to monitor trends, competitors, pricing, and merchandise display
Prepare brand profiles and catalogs when required
Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned