Designer – Boys' Apparel
The Designer will focus on our clients' retailers, moderate priced department stores and off-price retailers (TJXX, Burlington, Ross). Design organization to develop seasonal product that drives growth & adheres to the brand’s DNA. The Designer will manage product development from initial concept through production phases.
This role should continuously deliver and uphold the brand aesthetic, while also evolving with our client’s needs and industry trends. As a key liaison with Sales and Merchandising, the ideal candidate will have strong technical design, good commercial eye, presentation, organizational, and management skills.
Categories: Boys - infant, toddler + 4-7; sportswear (daily casual play wear), layette, activewear and seasonal (swim + outerwear)
Responsibilities
Design/Product:
- Oversee the product and sample execution for each season
- Communicate with overseas offices daily to execute accurate and attractive sampling in the timeline required.
- Manage all account specific requirements
- Adhere to the production calendar and deadlines required.
- Consistently shop marketplace, our competitive set and for inspiration and product opportunities
- Plan the line according to style plans, client’s needs and emerging trends
- Inspecting samples and approving production
- Able to create tech packs, provide detailed construction comments and flat sketches.
- Stay informed and ahead of competitive landscape and industry trends and translate for the brand.
Cross-Functional Partnerships:
- Partner with Design Directors/Merchandiser/Sales to ensure that assortment reflects concept direction, SKU plan & styling needs
- Work closely with technical team to guide and correct fit samples
- Responsible for all approvals, corrections, updates and changes to all product
- Provide a positive and challenging work environment
Application Requirements
Please submit your portfolio and/or website to highlight your work.