SR. DESIGNER / DIRECTOR, INTIMATES - Leading Apparel Co. (Secaucus, NJ)

PRM FASHION SEARCH; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus & Benefits

Job summary

PRM FASHION SEARCH in New Jersey seeks a Senior Designer, Intimates to lead conception and creative design for the Intimates Division, including bra lines and private label, ensuring strong brand image and on-time delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in intimate apparel, proficiency in Gerber PLM, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and a collaborative, self-motivated mindset. Onsite work with regular cross-functional collaboration and budget oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Intimate apparel; focusing on bras.
• Experience with Gerber PLM or similar programs.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Self-motivated with strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop the product design strategy; design and development execution for the branded intimates division and private label
• Clearly communicate product vision to design and development teams
• Evaluate internal and external resources to evaluate the best and most cost-effective approach to design creation and product development
• Prepare fashion trend boards and color stories as required
• Develop branded and private label line plans to capture business-building opportunities
• Manage the product costing process through the timely submission of prototype packages to factories and vendors.
• Actively participate in regular meetings with Sales and customers to present product trends, strategies, and seasonal lines to build our mutual businesses
• Apply sound professional and fiscal management in the oversight of the department, including budget line items, especially in the areas of outsourced design resources, sample materials, freight costs, T&E, and sampling

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Gerber PLM

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Gerber PLM

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Designer, Intimates will be responsible for overseeing the product conception and creative design for our brands within the Intimates Division. This includes innovative, on-time, and on-budget designs with a focus on maintaining a strong brand image. The person will develop a creative vision for new product lines along with the manager, and product modifications that represent the brands. The person will also need to work cross-functionally in a collaborative fashion with key stakeholders including production, product management, packaging, sales, and other relevant teams within the supply chain to effectively move products from concept to delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop the product design strategy; design and development execution for the branded intimates division and private label


• Clearly communicate product vision to design and development teams


• Evaluate internal and external resources to evaluate the best and most cost-effective approach to design creation and product development


• Prepare fashion trend boards and color stories as required


• Develop branded and private label line plans to capture business-building opportunities


• Manage the product costing process through the timely submission of prototype packages to factories and vendors.


• Actively participate in regular meetings with Sales and customers to present product trends, strategies, and seasonal lines to build our mutual businesses


• Apply sound professional and fiscal management in the oversight of the department, including budget line items, especially in the areas of outsourced design resources, sample materials, freight costs, T&E, and sampling

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field


• Minimum 8 years of experience in Intimate apparel; focusing on bras


• Experience with Gerber PLM or similar programs


• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop


• Self-motivated with strong teamwork skills

SCHEDULE

5 days a week onsite (Flexible hrs)

$$ ~150K -175K (depending on exp) + Bonus & Benefits