Fashion Merchandiser

Bell Ward; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brand in the lifestyle and sportswear industry seeks a detail-oriented Fashion Merchandiser to manage product lifecycle, conduct market research, and collaborate closely with regional teams. The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of fashion merchandising experience, strong proficiency in Excel, and the ability to anticipate market trends. Profound communication skills and proficiency in Mandarin are essential. This position is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in fashion merchandising or product development.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of current fashion trends and market shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full product lifecycle for fashion categories.
• Conduct market research and trend forecasting.
• Communicate product strategies to buyers in Southeast Asian markets.

Skills

Trend analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Market analysis

Product lifecycle management

Communication

Proficiency in Mandarin

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading global brand in the lifestyle and sportswear industry, is seeking a detail-oriented and trend-savvy Fashion Merchandiser to join their product management team. This role will oversee end-to-end category management — from market analysis and product planning to sample coordination and production scheduling — with a strong focus on Southeast Asian markets.

The ideal candidate will have experience in product merchandising, a strong understanding of fashion trends, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with regional teams, factories, and marketing divisions.

Job Responsibilities

• Take ownership of specific fashion categories, managing the full product lifecycle including planning, branding, line-up structuring, and production coordination.
• Conduct market research and trend forecasting through sales analysis, competitive reviews, and internal brainstorming.
• Allocate product assortments across Southeast Asian markets with consideration for market tiering and regional preferences.
• Manage order placements with manufacturing partners, including adjustments to quantities and aligning on delivery schedules.
• Oversee the sample management process by identifying sample needs for events such as conventions and photoshoots.
• Review product samples and provide feedback or suggestions for design and quality improvements.
• Coordinate with cross-border teams to manage sample logistics — from timely delivery and display to storage and disposal — for marketing and sales events.
• Prepare and present product collections at regional buying conventions.
• Communicate the brand’s strategy and detailed product selling points to buyers in markets such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Taiwan.
• Develop the item line-up strategy, including SKU count management, branding alignment, and product tiering.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing division on seasonal concepts, visual direction, and photoshoot coordination.
• Monitor mass production orders and ensure product delivery schedules are met.
• Address and resolve conflicts between factory constraints and wholesale buyer expectations.
• Efficiently adapt to the company’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
• Help streamline and digitalize work processes to improve operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

• 4–5 years of experience in fashion merchandising, product development, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to manage and analyze large item lists.
• Knowledge of current fashion trends, with the ability to anticipate market shifts.
• Previous experience in the fashion or retail industry is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both written and verbal English.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required due to coordination with manufacturing and regional teams.

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to contact Pui Yee at [e-mail].

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