Garment / Accessories Merchandiser

Atiara Trading Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Atiara Trading Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a fashion merchandising professional to manage design development, production coordination and market analysis. You will ensure timely delivery of quality garments that meet buyer specs and reflect current trends.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in fashion graphic design, strong communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of fashion graphic design experience in garments or fashion.
• Strong design sense with ability to follow brief to tight deadlines.
• Proficient with design software such as Illustrator and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to merchandising schedule and ensure all deadlines are met
• Create innovative fabric print, product and graphic designs
• Carry out regular market survey and research on latest trends and competitor performance
• Conduct study on market trends and develop new seasonal collections and concept ideas
• Coordinate and monitor fabric and accessories to ensure timely delivery
• Ensure shipment processes are in line with buyer instructions
• Follow up and attend to all matters arising during sampling and production
• Liaise with vendors on cost negotiation and ensure final product quality standards meet requirements
• Monitor and oversee the progress of garment production according to schedule
• Negotiate and collaborate with buyer requirements

Skills

Fashion graphic design

Teamwork

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Diploma in Fashion Designing

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

This role involves managing merchandising functions within the fashion and garments industry, including design development, production coordination, vendor management, and market analysis to ensure timely delivery of quality products that meet buyer specifications and market trends.

Key responsibilities

• Adhere to merchandising schedule and ensure all deadlines are met
• Create innovative fabric print, product and graphic designs
• Carry out regular market survey and research on latest trends and competitor performance
• Conduct study on market trends and develop new seasonal collections and concept ideas
• Coordinate and monitor fabric and accessories to ensure timely delivery
• Ensure shipment processes are in line with buyer instructions
• Follow up and attend to all matters arising during sampling and production
• Liaise with vendors on cost negotiation and ensure final product quality standards meet requirements
• Monitor and oversee the progress of garment production according to schedule
• Negotiate and collaborate with buyer requirements

About you

• Minimum 2 years or above experience in fashion graphic design in garments/fashion industry or equivalent
• Self-motivated team player who can work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Enthusiastic, creative, decisive with good communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to closely follow a brief to tight timelines
• Knowledge in fabric and apparels construction
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience in fashion design
• Proficient with design software, especially Illustrator, Photoshop and similar tools
• Qualification in Art or Fashion Design or Diploma in Fashion Designing is a plus
• Thorough knowledge of silhouette, fabrication, colourways, sewing techniques
• Proficient in speaking and writing Mandarin and English