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Senior Executive, Product Innovation and Development

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This job is about leading the creation of exciting new lifestyle products. You might like this job because you’ll combine your design skills with market research, work with global suppliers, and shape products from ideas to reality!

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Subang Jaya, Selangor

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

Hiring Objective: To support the development of new merchandise and product designs, and to strengthen coordination with suppliers in China to ensure timely execution, accurate design output, and smooth production process.
As a Product Innovation & Development Senior Executive in the Lifestyle division, you will play a key role in shaping and bringing thoughtfully designed lifestyle products to market. We are looking for a design-forward individual who combines strong aesthetic sensibility with commercial awareness. This role requires hands-on involvement in the design process, from concept development and visual exploration to sample reviewing and production, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.


Support Product Development

  • Assist the Product Innovation & Development Manager in overseeing the product innovation and development process for the lifestyle merchandising division.

Market Research & Analysis

  • Conduct in-depth competitor analysis and market research to identify emerging trends, consumer insights, and competitive benchmarks. Leverage these insights to develop product concepts with clear unique selling points.

Design & Conceptualization

  • Develop compelling product concepts through mood boards, sketching, CMF (colour, material, finish) exploration, and basic visual mockups. Ensure designs align with brand identity, functionality, and manufacturability. Liaise closely with in-house designers to refine and finalise designs for production.

Sample Review & Production Support

  • Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers to review samples, refine design details, and ensure final products meet design intent, quality standards, and timeline requirements.

Product Proposal Deck Presentation

  • Prepare clear and visually engaging proposal decks to communicate product concepts, design rationale, and key features to internal stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Must be able to read and write Chinese to communicate with vendors in China.
  • Must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other industrial/product design software.
  • Diploma or Degree in Industrial Design / Product Design / Graphic Design or related field.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing process and materials is an advantage.
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in industrial design / product design / packaging design.
  • Experience working with manufacturers or suppliers is preferred.
  • Experience in designing commercial products for retail / FMCG / merchandise is an advantage.
  • Experience preparing technical drawings and specifications for production.
  • Strong product design and visualisation skills.
  • Ability to create 2D drawings and 3D mockups.
  • Knowledge of materials, finishing, and production methods.
  • Ability to communicate with suppliers and follow up on product development.
  • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
  • Understanding of packaging, merchandising, or consumer products is a plus.
  • Responsible and detail-oriented.
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication and coordination skills.
  • Proactive and willing to learn.
  • Able to handle fast-paced working environment.
  • Good time management and able to meet deadlines.
  • Patient and able to follow up closely with suppliers.
  • Team player with good working attitude.
  • Able to accept feedback and make revisions when needed.
  • Strong sense of ownership in projects.

a Necessity, not a Luxury 


Skills

New Product Development
Product Innovation
Industrial Design
Vendor Management
Manufacturing Processes

Company Benefits

Employee Discount

Enjoy employee discounts on beverage, merchandise, etc at all outlets across Malaysia.

Employee Perk Programmes

Establishment of corporate benefits to offer exclusive discounts or benefits to each employee.

Health and Wellness

Out-patient care and in-patient care are covered for all employee including ongoing wellness programs & activites.

Career Development

Job training and continuing education help to fuel employee career growth.

Extension Leave Benefits

Provide more generous with their leave days. We have more than 6 other types of leave!


Additional Info

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Career Level

Senior Executive

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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ZUS COFFEE

For many, coffee is a daily need. Specialty coffee, however, is often seen as a luxury, something you treat yourself to only on special occasions.We started ZUS Coffee to change this perception.With the best quality ingredients, high-level coffee brewing technology and innovative business model, we’re evolving the concept of coffee consumption to make specialty coffee affordable for everyone, everyday.a...