Handbag Designer

Reformation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Paid time off

Retirement planning support

Clothing discount

Fertility care support

Community donations

Job summary

jobr.pro is seeking a talented Handbag Designer to join our Product Innovation Design team in New York City. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the vision for our accessories business and will be responsible for designing stylish and customer-friendly handbags.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in design, with specific experience in the luxury or contemporary women's handbag market. The offered salary ranges from $80,000 to $108,000, with bonus eligibility based on performance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in luxury or contemporary women’s handbag design.
• Excellent eye for color and materials.
• Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing trend research to synthesize concepts.
• Develop seasonal concepts and collections under guidance.
• Work with Product Development to create tech packs.

Skills

Sketching skills

CAD skills

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Leather

Hardware design

Job description

Who We Are

Since 2009, we’ve pursued sustainable fashion for everyone, earning recognitions such as Fast Company’s Brands That Matter and the Best Carbon Footprint award. Our goals include becoming Climate Positive by 2025, Circular by 2030, and advancing the industry sustainably. Our work has been featured in Drapers, Sourcing Journal, and TIME.

We are a global brand with 50+ stores and a sustainable factory in Los Angeles, innovating accessories, swimwear, and sleepwear.

We invest in an inclusive culture, ensuring everyone has the space to grow, thrive, and belong.

Work Location / Schedule

Hybrid: 4 days in our New York City office.

The Role

Join the Product Innovation Design team as a Handbag Designer, shaping the vision and future of the accessories business. You will build the design language, support the growth of this exciting new category, and translate global trends into must‑have, customer‑right bags distinctively Reformation. The ideal candidate is highly creative, deeply technical, and brings a mastery of handbag construction, leathercraft, and a strong commercial instinct.

What you’ll do

• Conduct ongoing trend research to evaluate marketplace trends and synthesize concepts relevant to the Reformation brand and customer; translate these ideas into products.
• Contribute to the development of overarching seasonal concepts, themes, and collections under the guidance of the Design Director.
• Deeply understand the Reformation aesthetic and translate it into brand‑relevant product.
• Present quarterly and monthly sketches and assortments, driving the creation and presentation of design pitch decks.
• Research and identify key materials, trims, hardware, and trends to enrich the core and novelty material libraries.
• Work with Product Development to build comprehensive tech packs and liaise with factories to bring visions to life; create pass‑offs and own design pass‑offs.
• Provide mockups or salpas as needed.
• Spec, render, and design decorative and functional hardware.
• Lead design correction meetings, working with Product Development to turn around comments in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with merchandising to fulfill the line‑plan with a balanced, trend‑right and compelling assortment.
• Stay abreast of current business trends and suggest reactive chase designs in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Merchandising and the Design Director to create CADs and build monthly color assortments.
• Update and manage design decks with the most up‑to‑date information.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field preferred.
• 3‑5 years of experience in design within the luxury or contemporary women’s handbag industry (internships or entry‑level roles welcome).
• Experience with leather a plus.
• Excellent eye for color, materials, and a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with hardware and/or jewelry design a plus but not required.
• Strong sketching skills and CAD skills.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Highly organized with strong time‑management skills and the ability to multitask.

Who You are

• Creative, curious, and eager to learn.
• Meticulous, detail‑oriented with strong visual presentation skills.
• A proactive self‑starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
• Passionate about design and sustainability, with a deep understanding of the Reformation aesthetic.

Compensation

At Reformation, we believe in transparency and equity. For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $80,000 – $108,000 plus bonus eligibility, depending on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity. This role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance, department goals, and individual contributions. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and are determined at the company’s discretion. Our total rewards package also includes benefits, perks, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits & Perks

• Eligible employees receive employer‑sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as commuter benefits.
• Competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays for eligible employees.
• Retirement planning support, including the option to invest in ESG‑aligned funds.
• Mission‑based company with offices in Los Angeles, New York City and London; collaboration opportunities worldwide.
• Access to fertility care support through Carrot and up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after one year of employment.
• Donations to community efforts on a yearly basis.
• Clothing discount, culture events (such as annual Ref Values week and Volunteer Time Off), and other meaningful perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reformation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the world we want to live in. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status—in accordance with applicable international, federal, state, and local laws.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re here to ensure you have what you need to show up as your best self.

Still don’t know if you should apply? We get it—studies show that many women and individuals from historically under‑represented communities hold back from applying unless they meet every single requirement. At Reformation, we’re all about growth, not gatekeeping. If you’re passionate about the role and excited about making fashion more sustainable, we’d love to hear from you. If this role doesn’t totally excite you, consider applying to our general application.