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About the Role

The Senior Designer will focus on developing seasonal product that drives growth and adheres to the brand’s DNA, managing product development from initial concept through production. This role requires upholding the brand aesthetic while evolving with client needs and industry trends, acting as a liaison with Sales/Merchandising and Production teams.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Inspect samples and approve production
• 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
• 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
• Direct Tech Pack Designers for accurate information flow to production from costing to production stages
• Responsible for approvals, corrections, updates and changes to all product as needed
• Communicate with Production Coordinators as necessary
• Provide a positive and challenging work environment

Requirements

• Submit portfolio and/or website to highlight work
• 5-8+ years of related experience in Design and or Product Development
• Solid background in working with merchandising on delivering on trend commercially successful designs
• Vast knowledge of fabric and construction with a focus on Childrenswear
• Exceptional design and product development skills; ability to manage from idea to execution
• Strong point of view and decision-making capabilities
• Solid understanding of the marketplace and competitive landscape
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills- verbal, written and presentation
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment under pressure
• Extremely proficient using Adobe Illustrator
• PLM experience is a plus
• Experience in having a hands-on approach (designing actual product)
• Experience and comfortable giving presentations to the Design Director

Skills

• Technical design
• Commercial eye
• Presentation skills
• Organizational skills
• Management skills
• Adobe Illustrator
• PLM

Location

• New York

Work Type

• Hybrid
• 4 days in office
• 1 day work from home

Experience Level

• Senior

Salary/Compensations

• $80,000 - $115,000

About the Company

• Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years.
• We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.

Equal Opportunity

• We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business.
• We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.
• We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.