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Hi, I’m Melati Puspitasari, a fashion designer from Bogor, Indonesia with over 8 years of garment industry experience. I have hands-on knowledge of fabric, merchandising processes, and design, and I enjoy turning concepts into production-ready garments for a range of brands.
I’m ambitious, friendly, and a strong team player who can also work independently. I value others’ perspectives, communicate effectively and concisely at all levels, and stay motivated under pressure while delivering high-quality results.
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Language
Indonesian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Junior Fabric Merchandiser at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
April 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025Collected P.O./order sheets from the concerned Head Office Merchandiser/Department. Followed up in all production stages in the factory from sample making to shipment. Maintained close contact with central store to know the in-house status of all relevant production materials and informed factory management in advance. Drew master production schedules to establish production sequence and lead times to meet export dates according to customer orders. Improved production and distribution processes by applying knowledge of supply chain and distribution management. Brand exposure included Tom Tailor, Stadium, Rei, PacSun, Odlo, Hollister, Next, Marc O’Polo, and other brands.
Fabric Merchandiser at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
May 1, 2021 - October 21, 2025Handled all fabric sourcing for Tom Tailor. Drove innovation by actively researching innovative materials and treatments. Kept buyers up to date with sustainability considerations. Sourced negotiations with mills. Prepared plans and production schedules for garment manufacturing. Collected P.O./order sheets and followed up through all stages of production to shipment. Brand exposure includes Tom Tailor, Decju Ba, Hollister, Next, Marc O’Polo, among others.
Fashion Designer Assistant at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
September 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025Specifically handle all categories for Tom Tailor. Conducted market intelligence and seasonal research (market insight, trend direction, textile, and print). Created concept sketches, artwork and design tech packs with measurements. Consolidated collections and styles in consultation with the senior designer. Arranged fabrics and trims; connected with pattern and sample room in pre-production meetings. Prepared visual merchandising concepts based on buyer visits/requirements. Managed development samples for buyers and created 3D designs for prototype meetings. Coordinated with external mills and factories for woven and knit categories; organized photoshoots for buyer proposals and seasonal collections. Worked across Men and Women categories (Outerwear, tops, dresses, and bottoms).
Fashion Designer at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
September 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025Handled all stadium/focused categories for Tom Tailor. Conducted market intelligence and seasonal research (market insight, trend direction, textile and print). Created concept sketches, artwork, and tech packs with measurements. Consolidated collections and styles in consultation with the design manager. Coordinated fabrics and trims; connected with pattern and sample rooms for pre-production meetings. Prepared visual merchandising for buyer visits; managed development samples for buyers; created 3D designs for meetings; connected with external mills and factories for woven and knit. Coordinated with buyers for photoshoots and seasonal collections; worked across Men and Women categories (Outerwear, tops, dresses, bottoms). Brand exposure included Tom Tailor, Decju Ba, Hollister, Next, Marc O’Polo.
Fashion Designer at PT. Daehan Global
December 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025Conducted market intelligence and seasonal research (market insight, trend direction, textile and print). Drove innovation by researching novel fabric materials and wash treatments. Kept buyers up to date with sustainability considerations. Sourced negotiations with fabric mills. Created concept sketches, artwork, and tech packs with measurements. Built collections for woven and knit categories; coordinated with pattern and sample rooms; gathered fabrics and trims; supervised development of seasonal lines; maintained supplier relationships. Prepared visual merchandising concepts for seasons based on buyer requirements.
Menswear Lead at PT. Urban Citr a Niaga
March 1, 2025 - October 21, 2025Researched and led menswear trends; guided design and development of menswear collections (fabric, silhouettes, trims, fit). Managed design teams and merchandisers; ensured alignment with brand DNA and commercial goals. Sourced fabrics and trims, negotiated prices, and coordinated sample development and fittings. Managed seasonal lines for brands including Old Navy, Kmart, Target, Gap, and Sonoma. Oversaw brand collaborations (Orca Powergear, Boogie Apparel) and ensured coverage across woven and knit categories. Organized sample and fitting reviews with buyers and coordinated with merchandisers for stock and online/offline channels.
Garment & Apparel Consultant at PT. Urban Citr a Niaga
March 1, 2025 - PresentAdvises on fabric selection, durability and comfort for military use. Ensures garments meet standards for strength, weather resistance, and mobility. Researches tactical trends, themes and seasonal concepts. Manages designers and merchandisers to align with brand DNA for a sister company (tactical brand). Ensures tactical collections reflect brand identity and commercial goals. Benchmarks competitors and decides which products/styles to carry in stores/online. Sources fabrics, negotiates prices and lead times, and upholds quality standards. Reviews sell-through reports and adjusts buying strategy. Understands customer preferences to balance trend, function and price points.
Junior Fabric Merchandiser at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
April 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025Collected P.O./order sheets from head office merchandising department; followed up in all production stages from sample making to shipment; maintained close contact with central store to monitor in-house status of production materials and communicated updates to factory management; drew up the master production schedule to establish sequence and lead times to meet export deadlines; supported improvements in production and distribution using supply-chain knowledge; collaborated with multiple brands including Tom Tailor, Stadium, Rei, Next, Odlo, Hollister, Next, Mango, and others.
Fabric Merchandiser at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
May 1, 2021 - October 21, 2025Handled fabric sourcing for Tom Tailor; drove innovation by actively researching new materials and treatments; ensured sustainability considerations in supplier selection; sourced and negotiated with mills; prepared plans and production schedules for garment manufacturing; followed up through sample making to shipment; maintained close contact with central store to verify in-house status of production materials.
Fashion Designer Assistant at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
September 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025Specifically handled all categories for Tom Tailor; conducted seasonal market intelligence research (market insight, trend directions, textiles, and prints); created concept sketches, artwork, and design tech packs with measurements; consolidated collections in consultation with the senior designer; arranged fabrics and trims; connected with pattern and sample rooms for pre-production; prepared visual merchandising for buyer visits; managed development samples; produced 3D designs for buyer meetings; coordinated with external mills and domestic mills for woven and knit; worked across categories for men and women (outerwear, tops, dresses, bottoms).
Fashion Designer at PT. Asmara Karya Abadi
September 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025Handled all categories for Stadium; conducted market intelligence & seasonal research (insights, trends, textiles, and prints); created concept sketches, artwork, and tech packs with measurements; consolidated collections in consultation with the design manager; arranged fabrics and trims; connected with pattern and sample rooms; prepared visuals for buyer visits and seasonal merchandising; managed development samples; produced 3D designs for Tom Tailor meetings; collaborated with external mills for woven and knit; worked on men’s and women’s lines (outerwear, tops, dresses, bottoms) across woven and knitted; brand exposure: Old Navy, Kmart, Target, Gap, Sonoma.
Fashion Designer at PT. Daehan Global
December 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025Conducted market intelligence & seasonal research; drove innovation by researching fabric materials and wash treatments; kept buyers updated on sustainability fabric considerations; sourced and negotiated with fabric mills; created concept sketches, artwork, and tech packs with measurements; built seasonal fabric and trim collections; coordinated with pattern and technical design; liaised with mills and trims suppliers; prepared samples and fittings; arranged visual merchandising for buyer proposals and seasonal collections.
Menswear Lead at PT. Urban Citra Niaga
March 1, 2025 - October 21, 2025Led design development for menswear collections; researched trends and season concepts; managed designers and merchandisers to align with brand DNA and business goals; sourced fabrics and finishes; coordinated with factories to optimize efficiency and quality control; guided product lines balancing function, style and safety; collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Garment & Apparel Consultant at PT. Penju Ru Asta Anila (Indonesian Army Vendor)
March 2, 2025 - PresentAdvised on fabric selection, durability and comfort for military use; developed high-performance fabrics for motorwear lines; guided product line strategy to align with sister brand DNA (tactical apparel); managed designers, merchandisers, and product developers to ensure tactical collections reflect brand identity and commercial goals; benchmarked competitors and maintained supplier relationships; coordinated sample development and fittings; product lines included Orca Power Gear and Boogie Apparel.
Education
Textile Design at TT Tekstil Bandung
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Consumer Goods
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