Senior Designer

Senior Designer

Join our client’s team in Ratmalana and be part of a company that's been setting the global fashion industry standard for over three decades with innovation, technical excellence, and sustainability at its core.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Strategy:

• Proactively analyze the latest styles, trends, and seasonal concepts to create commercially viable products that meet customer requirements for aesthetics, design intent, and fit.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct market research to identify competitive landscapes, current product trends, and potential new concepts, ensuring our designs surpass competitors.

Raw Material Innovation:

• Source and experiment with new raw materials, ensuring they meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Collaborate with fabric techs and merchandising teams to develop materials within timelines and cost parameters.

Design Development:

• Lead the creation of brand-right designs and technical drawings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the feasibility and timely delivery of design concepts.

Digital Design and Illustration:

• Utilize digital tools like Browzwear, Clo 3D, and Beyond XR to create and present virtual product designs. Develop new fabrications and prepare design specs for new styles.

Customer and Brand Engagement:

• Understand and align with technical needs and design aesthetics. Support sourcing and supply chain teams to ensure the right materials are used.

Collaboration:

• Generate tech packs with clear technical descriptions for seamless handover to technical teams. Work with cross-functional teams to maintain product aesthetics and cost competitiveness.

Fits and Prototyping:

• Conduct fit and prototype review meetings. Provide clear direction on design intent, and ensure previous fit records are maintained. Lead activities for final fit and photo shoots.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor design direct reports, ensuring collections meet brand aesthetics and support company growth.

Database Management:

• Maintain and update all design process documentation, ensuring accurate information is available for sample production.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Design or Fine Arts.
• 5+ years of design experience in the apparel sector.
• Proficiency in Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge and ability to adopt 3D product creation platforms.
• Exceptional presentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to lead across departments.

Be part of a team that values innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence. Collaborate with industry experts and contribute to creating trend-right, brand-relevant, and technically feasible products.