Senior Designer - Toddler Girls

About the Company

We are a leading children's clothing company specializing in both licensed and private label collections for major retailers across the United States.

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Designer to drive the creation of unique collections across various product categories. This role demands a strong creative vision, market awareness, and the ability to collaborate effectively to deliver trend-setting, commercially successful products.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal apparel collections that reflect current trends, customer preferences, and brand goals.
• Research market trends, competitor offerings, and potential opportunities to inspire fresh product ideas and design strategies.
• Team up with Sales, Merchandising, and other departments to understand customer needs and achieve seasonal business targets.
• Help shape seasonal product direction, assortment strategies, and category priorities.
• Generate innovative design concepts that capitalize on market trends and resonate with target audiences.
• Oversee project schedules and manage development timelines to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Provide mentorship to Associate Designers and work closely with Graphic Designers on seasonal projects.
• Review and approve design concepts before production begins as necessary.
• Lead fit sessions and coordinate product handoffs with Product Development and Technical Design teams.
• Collaborate with costing partners to achieve target price points while maintaining design quality.
• Assess technical packages for accuracy and completeness throughout the sampling and production phases.
• Approve lab dips, strike-offs, fabric choices, and production samples to uphold quality and aesthetic standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Design role in the apparel industry.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with strong sketching and rendering skills.
• Experience with 3D design is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated ability to design apparel in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Knowledge of licensed apparel programs is advantageous but not required.
• Deep knowledge of fashion trends, garment construction, fabric development, and market positioning.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management abilities.
• Must be located in the New York City area or willing to relocate, as onsite presence is necessary for this role.