Job description
Title- Head of Design, Merchandising and Development
Location: New York, NY- Hybrid
Salary $130,000-$160,000
Our client is a well-established young contemporary importer searching for a Head of Design and Product Development for immediate hire. Having young contemporary sportswear, and knitwear experience is a plus. Lead the design team with design concept, product assortments and product full lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
Manage the design and development process for young contemporary and knitwear
- Develop time and action calendars for programs for each account
- Work with the design team on fabric selection, and construction ensuring the quality integrity of design.
- Manage placement strategy and follow-up by recommending product placement
- Lead product development and design projecting future fabrications
- Perform trend analysis research to ensure product lines remain competitive and innovative
- Work with costing team to make sure it meets or exceeds the budget.
- Daily communication with overseas suppliers on all production details, and costing
- Manage product integrity and order specifications compliance. Approve lab dips, and the general flow of the process
- Plan and execute a strategic sourcing plan to identify strategic partners.
- Knowledge of fabrications- Cut Sewn Knits
Qualifications
- 10 plus years of experience in apparel design and development
- Strong presentation skills
- Experience with Kohl’s
- Knowledge and understanding of fabrics and wash
- Microsoft Office Programs
- BA Degree
