Design Manager

EMINENT, INC.•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for millennial and Generation Z consumers. The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE’s data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches, developing brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind. At REVOLVE the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century, making REVOLVE THE leading online retail destination targeted towards Millennial and Generation Z consumers seeking premium fashion. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It’s our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.

Requirements

Prior experience in effectively leading and managing others
Excellent ability to understand all stages of the design development process
Have a trend-focused, forward thinking mindset
Experience working closely with various cross-functional departments, including the Buying team
Advanced knowledge of garment development process, fabrics, patterns and construction
Advanced knowledge of target specs and POMs
Advanced sketching and CAD ability
Strong creative ability that will translate forecast trends in relation to brand’s customer
Experience working closely with various cross-functional departments
Strong ability to lead, manage and train multiple levels of designers and multiple brands
Advanced communication skills
Advanced analytical and decision making skills
Proactive, self-motivated, advanced knowledge of how to delegate and still meet deadlines with "get it done" attitude
Must have contemporary experience and have worked in a fast pace environment
Must be able to effectively communicate ideas and have a “big picture” understanding
Ability to work under pressure in an environment of constant shifting priorities and change
Ability to manage workload and people effectively
Must have a high sense of urgency, punctuality and timeliness
Must have a flexible personality willing to take direction and change as business needs change/grow
Must be able to thrive in a fast paced environment and short lead calendar (5 months)
Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., perform frequent repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Degree in Women's wear Design
10+ years work experience in Design
5+ year in a managerial or leadership role
In depth knowledge of textiles, materials, construction and fit
Computer sketching using CAD skills including Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, hand sketching, flat sketching
Strong experience developing tech packs
Advanced hand illustration skills
Advanced computer skills including experience using Microsoft suite, Adobe suite and Google suit applications

Nice To Haves

2+ years of senior leadership and planning experience
Experience at luxury or contemporary brand
Experience leading a team and/or multiple categories
Design experience with large LA based apparel company

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing the development, implementation and execution of monthly design plans
Integrate with the Design Director to evolve the segment and brands strategy and structure while also communicating it thoroughly and effectively
Lead on the overall concept and design intent across multiple brands. This includes conceptualizing and creating compelling product for all monthly deliveries
Support the Design Director in providing leadership and direction to the design team which includes creating and executing short and long-term developmental goals
Partner with the Design Director in building quarterly trend decks and design plans
Manage and develop technical flats and design sheets for each collection, utilizing the knowledge of brand vision
Oversee concept development through understanding sales data and trend research for multiple brands
Collaborate with the Design Director to ensure a cohesive concept for each season
Engage in all aspects of design process from development through production (including but not limited to sketching, swatch development, quality development, and fittings)
Collaborate with the Design Director and cross-functional team members to build brand specific product that supports Revolve’s financial and merchandising strategies
Lead in presenting key seasonal trends and drive all corresponding development with overseas vendors
Engage with the Tech Design and Production team to ensure fit intent and consistency. This includes attending fittings and providing effective feedback (which can potentially change sketches as necessary)
Review development samples for approval
Ensure all calendar deadlines and productivity targets are being met
Facilitate deep integration to ensure alignment with the Buying team in order to craft a unique product mix
Manage the research and analysis of industry trends, shapes, market competition for materials, colors, etc.
Cultivate, interview, train and manage junior members which includes providing strategic and aesthetic guidance
Travel overseas as needed
Complete ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management