E-commerce Merchandising Associate

Who we are

Intrepid Asia is a leading Ecommerce and Digital Solutions Provider in South East Asia. We offer end-to-end omni-channel ecommerce management, Livestreaming, Video production & Affiliate Management for Social Commerce plus full funnel Digital Marketing Services and advanced Market Intelligence, all powered by state of the art inhouse Technology to our client base of leading international brands across all key marketplaces and social platforms in all 6 SEA countries. Brands love our regional presence, our excellent data-driven and growth-focused services which are enabled by the strongest team in the industry, and our advanced marketing and tech capabilities.

We are growing rapidly and as the exclusive partner of Flywheel in SEA, we offer many exciting opportunities to work with leading brands across multiple categories and key industry players. By joining us, you will work on the cutting edge of digital and social commerce in SEA, and experience what it takes to drive a successful ecommerce business end-to-end.

The team you will be part of

Our Merchandising & Creative Team brings brands and products to life through compelling visuals and on-brand storytelling. From graphic design and content creation to product presentation and campaign assets, the team crafts experiences that captivate and convert. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a strong understanding of digital commerce, we transform ideas into visuals that drive engagement, elevate brands, and enhance the online shopping journey.

The part you will play

We are looking for a creative, tech-forward, and detail-oriented Merchandising Associate to deliver exceptional shopping experiences across e-commerce and social commerce. In this role, you will lead merchandising initiatives across Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and other platforms by optimizing storefronts, enhancing customer engagement, and identifying growth opportunities through data and consumer insights.

You will also help shape livestream experiences by planning merchandising strategies, leveraging AI to create scalable scripts, and defining product presentation and visual merchandising approaches. Working closely with Commercial, Livestream Production, Graphic Design, and Content teams, you will create engaging shopping experiences that strengthen brand perception and drive commercial performance.

As an E-commerce Merchandising Associate, you will take in charge of:

1. Livestream Merchandising Strategy & Execution

• Develop end-to-end merchandising strategies that define the overall livestream experience, including content flow, storytelling, customer journey, engagement mechanics, and conversion drivers.
• Leverage generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to create, refine, and optimize scalable livestream scripts while ensuring alignment with brand guidelines, campaign objectives, and customer insights.
• Define the visual merchandising direction for livestreams by recommending studio concepts, product presentation, props, lighting, and overall set design that reinforce brand identity.
• Develop and optimize livestream frame layouts, information hierarchy, promotional messaging, and motion graphics to create premium, shopper-friendly experiences.
• Conduct regular audits across visual merchandising, studio execution, production quality, and overall customer experience. Identify opportunities to elevate livestream execution and establish premium best practices.
• Monitor livestream performance metrics, customer engagement, and shopper behavior to continuously refine merchandising strategies, AI prompting, scripts, and creative execution.

2. E-Commerce & Social Commerce Merchandising

• Create merchandising strategies that improve product discoverability, customer engagement, and conversion across storefronts, product pages, livestreams, and social commerce touchpoints.
• Improve storefront layouts, campaign pages, banner sequencing, navigation, and visual hierarchy to deliver seamless shopping experiences across Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and other marketplaces.
• Perform regular audits across e-commerce storefronts and social commerce channels to ensure merchandising standards, campaign readiness, and execution quality while identifying optimization opportunities.
• Track merchandising performance, customer engagement, and commercial metrics while conducting competitor and category benchmarking to identify emerging trends and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Key Account Management, Graphic Design, Content, Production, and Social Commerce teams to bring merchandising strategies to life and deliver cohesive customer experiences.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in e-commerce, social commerce, livestreaming, AI, and visual merchandising. Introduce new tools, technologies, and best practices that improve execution quality and operational efficiency.

Requirements

What we are looking for - the ideal profile

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Merchandising, Visual Communication, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in ecommerce merchandising, digital marketing, campaign planning, livestream, or related roles
• Good understanding of ecommerce platforms (e.g., Lazada, Shopee, Tiktok) and content management systems
• Strong sense of visual merchandising and understanding of what makes for a compelling online shopping experience
• Curious and adaptable in exploring emerging AI technologies, with experience using AI tools to enhance content development, data analysis, or process efficiency considered an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail and the ability to interpret data to drive decision-making
• Strong command of Excel, including the ability to create and work with complex formulas for data analysis and reporting.
• Creative flair and passion for visual storytelling, with an eye for design and aesthetics
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and can effectively interface with cross-functional teams and articulate strategies and ideas clearly
• A keen interest in the latest e-commerce, digital marketing, and merchandising trends to stay competitive and innovative

Benefits

In return, you will be getting

• We pride ourselves on creating visuals that both inspire and perform. At Intrepid, design is part art and part science — we’ll help you elevate your creative talent through our strong merchandising and e-commerce expertise, complemented by ongoing design and AI training to help you create work that truly makes an impact.
• You will see your work - for some of the leading brands in the world - featured across marketplaces and social platforms
• We offer hybrid working to strike the right balance between being 'in the zone' delivering great work undisturbed, and spending time with your colleagues to bond and learn together
• We provide you with the best designer tools (PC/laptop/macbook and Adobe suite) you need

We also offer

Best of Both Worlds

We are a scale up: the sophistication of a small multinational, with the agility of a start-up. This means you get to work on cutting-edge projects, and besides your 'standard' job description, we love to see you show entrepreneurial initiative and want to see your take on how you can take your role and our company to the next level. Good ideas get implemented. You are the master of your own destiny.

Culture that Brings Out the Best

At Intrepid, culture is not just a buzzword, it is what we practice at work every day. We believe in collaboration over competition, transparency over politics, and willingness to learn over ego. You will be part of a team where people genuinely support one another, celebrate wins together, and face challenges head-on as one. We put our all into the work but we balance it with fun, whether that is through team lunches, after-work hangouts, events or shared laughter in the office. This is a place where you can thrive professionally while having a great time.

Grow Without Limits

Learning at Intrepid is constant and dynamic. You will have access to formal training through face-to-face sessions, coaching and our very own Intrepid Academy. On top of that, real-world experience such as leading clients, working with advanced tech, and mastering best-in-class processes will accelerate your growth every step of the way. Surrounded by a talented team that raises the bar daily, in a rapidly growing and ever-expanding business, the opportunities for your development are endless.

Rewarding You Right

We believe great work deserves great rewards at Intrepid. That’s why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits, including comprehensive insurance and ample leave, to support you both in and out of the workplace. We want you to feel valued, cared for, and empowered to bring your best self to work every day.

Note: We will not be accepting any unsolicited resumes or CVs from headhunting or recruitment agencies at this point. Any CVs or profiles shared with us will not be entertained, and in the event of dispute, Intrepid will not be liable for any material compensation to third parties

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