Product Designer

4ward Hr Consulting; Faridabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

4ward Hr Consulting is seeking a seasoned Product Designer with 6–8 years of experience to design premium watch collections. You will research fashion trends, develop concepts, create technical specs, and collaborate with marketing and sales to ensure alignment with brand strategy.

The role emphasizes data-driven design decisions, portfolio optimization, and attention to detail to deliver commercially successful products in a fast-moving market.

Qualifications

• Degree in product/industrial/fashion design or related discipline.
• 6–8 years of experience in product design, preferably in watches.
• Strong knowledge of fashion trends, colors, materials, finishes and aesthetics.
• Analytical skills to interpret market trends and customer insights.
• Proficiency in design software and visualization.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Understanding of watch market, consumer buying behavior, and premium positioning.

Responsibilities

• Design new watch collections including dial, case, bezel, hands, crown, straps and packaging.
• Research watch, fashion and lifestyle trends to identify opportunities.
• Benchmark competitors and analyze market to develop commercial products.
• Analyse sales data and feedback to identify opportunities for development and portfolio optimization.
• Leverage data from e-commerce and retail to support design decisions and forecasting.
• Create design concepts, mood boards, sketches and technical specs.
• Select materials, finishes, colors and components based on design and cost objectives.
• Maintain design documentation and product specifications.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales to align designs with customer needs and brand strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Visualization skills

Attention to detail

Fashion sensibility

Design software proficiency

Education

Degree in Product/Industrial/Fashion Accessories/Jewellery Design or related

Tools

Design software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design new watch collections, including dial, case, bezel, hands, crown, straps, buckles, and packaging designs.
• Research India & global watch, fashion, and lifestyle trends to identify new product opportunities.
• Conduct competitor benchmarking and market analysis to develop commercially successful products.
• Analyse sales data, customer feedback, market trends, and product performance to identify opportunities for new product development, product improvements, and portfolio optimization.
• Leverage data-driven insights from e-commerce platforms, retail performance, and consumer behaviour to support product design decisions and forecasting.
• Create design concepts, mood boards, sketches, and technical specifications for new products.
• Select appropriate materials, finishes, colors, textures, and components based on design and cost objectives.
• Maintain design documentation, product specifications.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure product designs align with customer needs and brand strategy.

Requirements

• Degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Accessories Design, Jewellery Design, market analysis or a related discipline.
• 6-8 years of experience in product design, with preference given to candidates from the watch industry.
• Strong knowledge of fashion trends, color palettes, materials, finishes, and design aesthetics.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities.
• Proficiency in designing softwares.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong visualization skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple product development projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Preference to Good understanding of the watch market, consumer buying behaviour, and premium product positioning.
• Passion for watches, fashion, and emerging design trends.

Key Competencies

• Creative Thinking
• Product Innovation
• Market & Trend Analysis
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Fashion & Design Sensibility
• Attention to Details