Designer – Junior's

Design trend-right junior’s ready-to-wear apparel, producing fast and accurate sketches using Adobe IllustratorDevelop designs across knit and woven categories, with an emphasis on dresses, sets, and bottomsManage daily design responsibilities and timelines to ensure all critical deadlines are metConduct in-depth trend, market, and competitive research; present brand-right concepts aligned with customer expectations and vendor capabilitiesCreate and maintain detailed technical packs in PLM to clearly communicate design intent and specificationsPartner closely with the Design Director to ensure accurate communication with overseas vendors and address customer feedback in a timely mannerCollaborate with the Graphic Design team to align on print, pattern, and graphic directionReview, troubleshoot, and resolve sample issues while maintaining design integrity, cost targets, and production timelinesMaintain organized documentation, notes, and project tracking in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentStay current on market trends through regular trend shopping and competitive analysis Please include a portfolio showcasing your design work, particularly in the juniors' or young adult category. Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field4+ years of full-time professional experience in apparel design, preferably within juniors' and/or woven/knit categoriesStrong understanding of garment construction and manufacturing processesExceptional organizational and time-management skills with a meticulous attention to detailExcellent communication skills for effective collaboration with team members, factories, and vendorsCritical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solution-oriented mindsetCuriosity and enthusiasm for learning and staying ahead of fashion trendsProficiency in Adobe Illustrator and preferring someone with PLM systems experience 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.