Designer / Merchandiser - Cold weather apparel and accessories

Proforce Personnel; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of cold weather apparel is seeking a Designer / Merchandiser to enhance their product strategy through innovative designs. The role involves developing new collections, collaborating with internal teams and external vendors, and aligning designs with market trends. Candidates should have strong experience in design, fabric knowledge, and proficiency in Adobe software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the industry.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required.
• Possesses fiber, yarn, and fabric knowledge with emphasis on performance fabrications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cold weather athletic apparel and accessories.
• Forecast fabrication, silhouettes, prints, colors, and trends.
• Work with sales and production teams to ensure designs suit market needs.

Skills

Design

Fabric knowledge

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Time management

Education

University degree in Fashion Arts

Job description

***Thank you in advance, please don't apply to this position unless you have your PR or a valid work permit***

Our client, a leading cold weather apparel and accessories manufacturer, is looking for a talented Designer /Merchandiser to join their team! The Designer / Merchandiser isresponsible for the development of new designs to enhance the company’s business, market share and profitability. Based on sales data and market research, the designer / merchandiser forecasts future trends and helps to formulate the company’s product strategy. In line with the strategy the designer develops new collections starting with CADs and then making physical samples partnering with suppliers, manufacturers, customers, and other departments. The designer works with our clients internal teams to develop custom product for each specific brand.


Responsibilities:

- Design and develop cold weather athletic apparel and accessories (base layers, hats, gloves, socks).
- Create line sheets for technical design and for overseas factory use
- Create storyboards/inspiration boards for upcoming collections
- Forecast fabrication, silhouette, print, color, and trends
- Follow through from design creation to sample development
- Work with offshore vendors and manufacturers as well as internal teams to bring samples
to fruition
- Responsible for portion of collection from a design, color, intention and construction
standpoint
- Work closely with sales and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure the designs
suit the clients, consumer, market, and end user


Requirements:

- University graduate in Fashion Arts or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience
- Must have expert knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Possesses fiber, yarn and fabric knowledge with a key emphasis on performance fabrications
- Knowledge of garment construction and fit
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment