Design Manager, Women's Cut & Sew Knits - Calvin Klein

PVH • New York, NY

10h

About The Position

As a Design Manager for Women's Cut & Sew, you will play a key role leading the design process and creating essential, captivating and trendsetting cut & sew collections for women. Your responsibilities will involve translating creative visions into practical designs, overseeing the development of cut & sew, and ensuring that the products align with the brand's aesthetic, quality standards, and customer preferences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, and contribute to the brand's success in the women's cut & sew market. As a Design Manager for Women's Cut & Sew , you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the brand's cut & sew collections and contribute to its success in the fashion market.

Requirements

• 6-9 years of related design experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required
• Proven experience as a Designer within women's cut & sew or a relevant category in the fashion industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing your creative and technical design skills in women's cut & sew.
• Proficiency in design software and tools like Adobe Creative Suite.
• In-depth knowledge of cut & sew trends, fabrications, construction techniques, and patternmaking.
• Detail-oriented with a strong eye for aesthetics and quality.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Creative Design: Conceptualize and develop creative and innovative designs for women's cut & sew, ranging from perfecting our essential wardrobe staples to innovative, trend driven seasonal collections. Stay updated with the latest fashion trends, colors, fabrications, silhouettes and innovation relevant to women's cut & sew.
• Seasonal Collections: Collaborate with the design team and the design director to create seasonal cut & sew collections that align with the brand's vision and market demands. Present design concepts and storyboards to internal stakeholders, including merchandisers and design leadership.
• Product Development: Work closely with product developers and technical designers to create detailed tech packs and design specifications for cut & sew prototypes and production. Ensure that the fit and construction of all cut & sew meet high-quality standards and customer expectations.
• Brand Alignment and Aesthetic: Understand and maintain the brand's aesthetic and design language in all women's cut & sew products. Collaborate with the brand team to ensure consistent storytelling and branding across cut & sew collections.
• Trend Research and Analysis: Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in the women's cut & sew market. Explore new fabrications, finishes, branding and design techniques to enhance cut & sew designs.
• Presentation and Communication: Effectively communicate design concepts and ideas to team members and stakeholders, fostering a cohesive and creative work environment. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product developers, merchandisers, and suppliers, to ensure seamless execution of design concepts.
• Mentorship and Collaboration: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, nurturing their professional growth and creativity. Collaborate with the design team to ensure a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.
• Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.
• A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
• Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
• Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
• Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees