Senior Designer, Knits & Activewear at KnitWell Group in New York Office

Job description

• The Senior Designer will work with the Senior Director, Design initiate concepts each season that are reflective of the creative vision, Haven aesthetic & customer. You will be a part of a creative environment, collaborating with talented designers and cross-functional partners across the business. The primary function of this role is to innovate and develop new design ideas each season.

Responsibilities

• The impact you can have
• Lead design research for knitwear from initial concept stage.
• Research global and domestic markets to identify new trends, innovate fabrics and techniques
• Create and execute innovative design concepts to fill the needs of the line plan and accounting for departmental development and adoption ratios.
• Executes silhouette, fit and styling direction
• Drive seasonal framework to ensure creative ideas and business goals are aligned
• Set seasonal fabric direction; work with Fabric R&D on research and development of qualities
• Build and maintain good relationships, communication with Product Development, Merchandising and Sourcing teams
• Present collection at Sketch Presentation and Line Presentation
• Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attends all meetings as required
• Approve and oversee execution of tech packs
• Maintain awareness of overall merchandising vision as the line is designed
• Continue to develop and increase understanding of Haven Well Within customer
• Mentor, coach and counsel direct reports on performance expectations
• Foster a positive, challenging work environment
• Drive the seasonal framework to ensure creative ideas and business goals are aligned.

Requirements

• Degree in Fashion Design
• 10+ years relevant experience
• Prior Knits/Active design experience
• Superior time and project management skills; able to pivot and multi-task across multiple seasons
• Effective communicator with an eye on successfully managing expectations
• Strong management skills
• Ability to sketch, CAD and execute flats and technical sketches.
• Knowledge and experience working with pattern makers, sample makers, technical designers
• Good written and verbal presentation skills.

Skills

Required

• Strong management skills

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off – paid time off & holidays.*
• The target salary range for this role is: $115,000 - $130,000
• *Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.