Fashion Handbag Merchandiser / Designer

Tops Handbag Inc. is looking for a motivated and fashion-oriented Handbag Buyer / Merchandiser to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who understands handbag trends, has strong product development sense, and can work closely with sales teams, customers, and overseas factories.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Handbag Buyer / Merchandiser will be responsible for researching market trends, developing new handbag styles, communicating with sales representatives and customers, and coordinating product development with factories in China.Main duties include:Research handbag, fashion, color, and material trends.Communicate with sales representatives and key customers to understand market needs.Help design, source, and develop new handbag styles.Work with factories in China on samples, materials, pricing, and production details.Review samples and provide comments for improvement.Assist with product line planning for seasonal collections.Follow up on product development timelines and sample deadlines.Support sales presentations, line sheets, and product information.Travel internationally when needed, including factory visits and trade shows.QualificationsMinimum 2 years of relevant experience in handbag buying, merchandising, product development, or fashion accessories.Degree or certificate from a fashion institute, fashion college, or related program preferred.Strong understanding of handbag construction, materials, trims, colors, and market trends.Ability to communicate clearly with sales teams, customers, designers, and factories.Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China, is highly preferred.Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects at the same time.Ability to travel internationally when required.Bilingual in English and Chinese is strongly preferred.What We OfferBase salary plus bonus structure401(k) planHealth insurancePaid time offPaid sick leaveInternational travel opportunities when neededIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate is creative, trend-sensitive, business-minded, and hands-on. He or she should be able to understand what customers want, translate market trends into commercial handbag styles, and follow through with factories to bring new products to market successfully.