We are excited to invite a Designer / Merchandiser to our dynamic contemporary brands division.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must have a creative vision to drive the seasonal design and development process from concept to delivery.
• Craft original, trend-appropriate designs that drive sales for key specialty and off-price accounts
• Brand categories include Women’s Denim, Active, Woven Bottoms, Knit and Woven Tops, Dresses - think GAP, Urban, ZARA – contemporary women’s
• Research and identify trend directions; create concept/mood boards, analyze collections, shop stores; perform competitive analysis; pull and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation decks for meetings
• Identify and design key items with a strong brand identity
• Execute development of the initial seasonal design category in the context of a larger assortment and cost structure
• Develop concepts for special design projects to expand categories into new areas or customers.
• Work with the tech team to ensure proper fit and end use
• Work with Cad Designers to develop original prints, textile, and embroidery designs
• Create Illustrator sketches; review line sheets; develop tech packs
• Source, select, and review raw materials and trims to ensure they are within price points
• Approve aesthetic and quality of print strike-offs, fabric, and trims
• Build rapport and establish mutually profitable design partnerships with our retailers
• Coordinate follow-up with internal and external customers and partners, including technical design, production, and vendors; manager interoffice communication
• Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers
• Leadership & Teams
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SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 + years experience in apparel design
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team-oriented
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail-oriented, meticulous, and creative
• Creativity and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch
• Technical capability, proficient understanding of construction, and expression of fit.
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color-ways, sewing techniques, fabrication, and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• Ability to contribute positively and build team dynamic where / when needed

COMPENSATION

• Salary $100,000 - $125,000 dependent on experience
• Hybrid 4 / 1 WFH (NYC Midtown)
• Comprehensive Benefits - including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, company holidays

We are a casual yet professional environment. Getting the work done is important yet enjoying our every day as a team is a top priority as well. We love the brands we design and stand by the work we offer our retail partners. We are looking for someone who wants to help continue to grow and build our brands.