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Kerri Gambardella
Senior Director, Talent Acquisition
The Designer will design products from concept through production with a focus on fit, fabric and finish. The Designer must be able to identify emerging fashion trends and business opportunities to be at the forefront of design in this zone. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Research and identify trend directions
Create inspiration boards and participate in trend overviews for each season
Partner with knits team on creating overall seasonal concepts and big ideas
Consistently shop marketplace, our competitive set and for inspiration and product opportunities
Plan the line according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends
Develop product, and marketing concepts for emerging categories or items, hot spots and blitz styles
Develop fabrics, color palettes, special trims and styling details
Ensure product is being designed within cost parameters
Work with suppliers on execution to make sure the elements fall within our cost targets
Manage all overseas communication with sample facilities for sample execution
Attend all comparison fittings, proto fittings and production fittings
Give concise feedback to technical design on how to adjust garments
Ensure production fits are to our specifications
Merchandise and style showrooms for market
Collaborate with marketing and sales on collateral for buyers and in store marketing needs
Build strong cross-functional relationships with sales, production, tech, fabric R&D and marketing
Adhere to time and action calendar
Work closely with Director of Design in all aspects of product development
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· BA degree from accredited art/fashion school
· 8 +years of experience in apparel design
· Ability to create initial specs
· Ability to develop a line from concept to completion without supervision from supervisors
· Ability to identify key trends and determine how they appropriately relate to the brand/consumer
· Proficient sketching in Illustrator
· Capable in Photoshop
· Strong organizational and problem solving skills
· Ability to multi task and prioritize
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
~ When applying, please include the link to your on-line portfolio or, upload examples of your work (include sketches)
We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicant swill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design and Supply Chain
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion and Wholesale
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