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Senior Designer- Men's Denim
Global Brands Group
New York, NY, United States
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Specific Responsibilities
The Senior Designer- Denim Lifestyle manages the seasonal design development process, from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales, and coordinating the timely execution of each stage in the process. The main focus for this position will be on denim product which will include bottoms, shirts (denim & non denim) and some knits (non denim).
Strategy & Innovation
• Research and identify trend directions; perform and review competitive analysis; oversee and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos.
• Execute development of initial seasonal denim/non-denim design for bottoms, shirts, outerwear in context of larger assortment and cost structure; devise style plans and design according to sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar.
Operations & Results
• Create Illustrator sketches; approve specification sheets and line sheets; ensure accuracy of product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; ensure maintenance of designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives.
• Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library in conjunction with the product development/trims department.
• Review and approve lab dips with product development and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; collaboratively devise and approve prints and graphics with graphic artist or where appropriate; oversee fit process.
Customers & Relationships
• Manage follow-up with internal and external customers and partners, including production and tech; manage interoffice communication and relationships with vendors and internal customers.
Leadership & Teams
• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary.
• Attract, develop and retain talent.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of individuals.
Skills and Requirements
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative.
• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; strong ability to sketch.
• Extensive knowledge in denim fabrications, wet/dry process, terminology to communicate with manufacturer, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design/techniques and manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in fashion design.
• 5 - 8 years experience in apparel design; significant relevant experience in category.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and Mac computers.
GBG USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.