VP of Design & Merchandising - Socks

Delta Galil Industries; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 196,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Galil Industries, a leading apparel manufacturer, is seeking a VP of Design & Merchandising for Socks, responsible for overseeing product design and development. This role demands creativity, leadership, and collaboration across departments to drive product success and maintain brand integrity. Candidates should have extensive experience in the fashion industry and a proven track record of managing teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in design and merchandising, specifically on socks.
• Proven track record of effective leadership and results in growing the business.
• Strong attention to detail with an understanding of marketplace trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop product design strategy and lead creative vision.
• Evaluate resources to find effective design approaches.
• Maintain command of market trends, prepare fashion trend boards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

PLM

WebPDM

Excel

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

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Company Overview

Established in 1975, Delta Galil Industries is a global manufacturer and marketer of Private Label apparel products for men, women and children, as well as owner of leading fashion brands such as 7 For All Mankind, Schiesser, PJ Salvage, Eminence, Delta and more.

Description

Company Overview

Established in 1975, Delta Galil Industries is a global manufacturer and marketer of Private Label apparel products for men, women and children, as well as owner of leading fashion brands such as 7 For All Mankind, Schiesser, PJ Salvage, Eminence, Delta and more.

With an eclectic offering of made-to-order products, Delta Galil’s range includes intimate apparel for men & women, active wear, socks, kids & baby wear. We are proud to have contributed to the success of Walmart, Target, and Marks & Spencer, as well as leading fashion brands such as Calvin Klein, Nike, Victoria’s Secret and many more. Delta Galil also sells its products under brand names licensed to the company including Adidas, Wolford, Polo Ralph Lauren, Wilson, Maidenform, Tommy Hilfiger and others.

Role Overview

The VP, Design & Merchandising will be responsible for overseeing the product conception and creative design. This includes innovative, on-time, and on-budget designs with a focus on maintaining strong brand image. The person will be responsible for building/leading the creative design team, setting group goals, objectives and timelines, and leading the effort as a hands-on doer. The person will work closely with senior teams in developing a creative vision for new products lines along with signature products modifications that represent the brands. The person will also need to work cross-functionally in a collaborative fashion with key stakeholders including sales, production, product management, packaging, and other relevant teams within the supply chain to effectively move products from concept to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop the product design strategy; lead the creative vision, as well as design and development execution. 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. Manage designers and CAD designers and work closely with technical designers, vendors, and factories to ensure new products are developed on time, correctly, both aesthetically and structurally.
• Maintain a firm command of marketplace trends (including consumer, fashion, and product). Prepare fashion trend boards and color stories as required.
• Manage the product costing process through timely submission of prototypes packages to factories and vendors. Revise materials and product designs to accomplish profit margin objectives relative to anticipated wholesale and retail prices.
• Work jointly with Business Managers, Factories, and the Sourcing department in the development of appropriate and cost effective sourcing strategies.
• Build working relationships with materials/component vendors and manufacturer to accomplish product sourcing needs.
• Actively participate in regular meetings with Sales to present products 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 of 12 years of mass market and private label experience in design, product development and merchandising required, must have worked on Socks
• Proven track record of effective leadership and results in growing the business
• Comprehensive understanding of the technical and raw materials components in the manufacturing process
• Proven experience in strategic and profitable line building to achieve business objectives
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
• Team player and problem solver in a demanding deadline driven environment
• Motivated, proactive, highly organized and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Strong organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of PLM, WebPDM, Excel, Photoshop and Illustrator
  
  

This a hybrid role, with 4 days in our Secaucus NJ OR NYC office

PAY RATE: $196,000/yr-$245,000/yr

At Delta Galil, we strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

Diversity Vision Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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