Designer Outlet

GUESS? India Private Limited; Bioggio; Hybrid; CHF 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Working (Hybrid)

Discount on Guess products

Training & Development platform

Arts, sports and social events

Job summary

Guess is seeking a Designer to translate emerging fashion trends into commercial products reflecting the Guess brand identity. You will identify new product opportunities and develop commercially relevant collections in collaboration with Merchandising, Buying and Product Development teams.

Depending on expertise, you will independently manage advanced design activities and contribute to strategic product decisions. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Fashion and/or Design Arts.
• 3-4 years of experience in the same role and field.
• Strong knowledge of fashion and emerging trends.
• Creative with brand DNA and a pragmatic approach.
• Fluent English.
• Extensive experience with Adobe CS software (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• 3D design skills preferred (Clo 3D).

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process from concept to completion with Buying and Product Development teams.
• Design and develop commercial products, planning the line according to fashion trends and sales needs.
• Create mood boards for each season showing silhouettes, fabrics and details.
• Create and present technical flats for tech packs to product developers.
• Select fabrics and trims for developed styles.
• Upload new styles on the PLM with style codes and BOM.
• Update style status on the PLM through collection development stages.
• Manage sample fittings with PD team and pattern makers.
• Support the visual team with seasonal product guidelines.
• Visit trade shows and stores for market browsing and supplier visits.

Skills

Fashion design

Trend analysis

Creative thinking

Brand awareness

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Fashion and/or Design Arts

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Clo 3D

Job description

The Designer will be responsible for researching and interpreting emerging fashion and consumer trends, translating them into commercial products that reflect the Factory Outlet brand identity and meet customer expectations. By identifying new product opportunities and developing commercially relevant collections, the designer will play a key role in driving the evolution of the assortment while collaborating closely with Merchandising and Buying, and Product Development teams. According to their level of expertise, the designer will independently manage advanced design activities and contribute to strategic product decisions.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the design process from concept to completion, collaborating with the Buying and Product Development team to ensure alignment of priorities and direction.
• Design and develop commercial products, planning the line according to fashion trends and sales needs.
• Create and present mood boards for each season, showcasing silhouettes, fabrics, and details of styles.
• Create and present technical flat sketches for tech packs to be handed over to product developers.
• Select fabrics and trims for the developed styles.
• Upload new styles on the internal PLM creating style codes, tech pack/BOM, for each new style in the line.
• Continuous update of style status on the PLM during the different steps of the collection development (from sketch to sms).
• Manage the sample fitting sessions in collaboration with PD team and pattern makers.
• Support the visual team with seasonal product guidelines.
• Visit trade shows and stores for market browsing if needed.
• Visit suppliers and manufacturers if needed.
• Work closely with the entire design team as well as Buyers, Brand Managers and other apparel division departments.

• Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Fashion and/or Design Arts.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in the same role and field.
• Strong knowledge of fashion and emerging trends.
• Strong attitude and understanding of fashion product, style, and graphic trends.
• Creative, with a clear understanding of the brand DNA, and a very pragmatical approach.
• Fashion eye with commercial awareness.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects with adherence to deadlines and design calendar.
• Dynamic personality, fast thinker, positive attitude.
• Availability for traveling if needed.
• Sense of urgency and flexibility
• Fluent English.
• Good knowledge of computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Extensive experience with Adobe CS software, including Illustrator and Photoshop
• 3D design skills preferred (Clo 3D).

• Balance between work and personal life: Smart Working (Hybrid work model) and Time flexibility
• An International, fresh and dynamic working environment
• Physical & Mental Health programs, sustainable projects and workshop promoted by Guess Community
• Arts, sports and social events outside the office, thanks to our Guess Fun activities!
• Training & Development platform and paths
• Discount on our products both online and in stores

Don’t miss your chance to join a progressive and sustainable global company, which is constantly looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow in a competitive and tough market.

Guess promotes a people-first workspace, where their well-being and their development are part of the history and the success of the brand.