Fashion Designer (Malay Menswear)

Talent Recruit; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional apparel manufacturer is looking for an experienced Fashion Designer to create culturally relevant designs for traditional Malay menswear. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of fashion design experience, particularly in traditional clothing, and must be proficient in both Bahasa Melayu and English. This role involves managing the entire design process from concept to production, working closely with various teams to ensure quality and alignment with market trends.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of fashion design experience, especially in traditional Malay clothing.
• Prior experience working with established local Malay fashion brands is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create original designs for traditional Malay menswear ensuring cultural authenticity.
• Conduct sourcing and purchasing of materials for design development.
• Manage the entire design lifecycle from conceptualization to production.

Skills

Experience in fashion design

Bahasa Melayu proficiency

Knowledge of traditional Malay clothing

Understanding of design processes

Material sourcing experience

Production coordination

Established industry networks

Job description

About the job Fashion Designer (Malay Menswear)

Company Background

Our client is a China-based apparel manufacturer with a newly established subsidiary in Malaysia, committed to developing, branding, and expanding the market for traditional Malay menswear. As they grow their presence locally, they are seeking passionate and experienced Fashion Designers to be part of the pioneering team in Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Development

• Create original and trend-sensitive designs for traditional Malay menswear (e.g. Baju Melayu, Sampin, Kurta), ensuring cultural authenticity and contemporary relevance.
• Research current market trends, fabrics, colors, and styles relevant to the Malay fashion scene.

2. Product & Sample Management

• Conduct sourcing and purchasing of materials and sample pieces required for design inspiration and development.
• Develop design concepts from sketching to final technical drawings for prototyping and sampling.

3. End-to-End Design Execution

• Manage the entire design lifecycle, from conceptualization and material selection to sample production and final handoff to the manufacturing team.
• Collaborate closely with pattern makers, tailors, and the production team to ensure accuracy, fit, and quality.
• Work closely with the marketing, operations, and business development teams to align product launches with seasonal campaigns and distribution timelines.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of fashion design experience, especially in traditional Malay clothing.
• Prior experience working with established local Malay fashion brands is highly preferred.
• Proficient in Bahasa Melayu and English for daily communication.
• Strong understanding of design processes, material sourcing, and production coordination.
• Familiarity with local supply chains and established industry networks or distribution channels.

Interested candidates please apply online or share your resume to revathiy @talentrecruit.com.my

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified