Senior Designer

Senior Designer

Simply Softgear - New York 

$80,000 - $120,000 per year.

*** Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; pull and review fabrics, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups,                  inspirational photos. 

*** Execute development of initial seasonal design catefory in context of large assortment and cost structure. 

Operations & Results

*** Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar.

*** Create Illustrator sketches; review 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. 

*** Approve lad dips with Senior Designer(s) and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; review prints and graphics where         appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process. 

Customers & Relationships

*** 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. 

Leadship & Team

*** Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary.

*** Attract, develop and retain telent. 

Skill and Requirement

*** Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented.

*** Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detailed oriented, meticulous and creative.

*** Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sletch.

*** Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, sihouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and              manufacturing. 

*** Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design. 

*** 4 - 7 years experience in apparel design. 

*** Highly proficient in Mocrosoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and Mac computers. 

*** Job Type:  Full Time 

*** Job location:  7th Ave. New York.

Required education:  Bachelor's

Required experience: ladies lifestyle, sportswear, outwear inspired apparel:  5 years.