Senior Fashion Designer

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end product development process from concept creation to final production.
• Develop product strategies and seasonal product plans aligned with the brand's vision, customer needs, and business objectives.
• Collaborate with Fashion Designers to translate creative concepts into commercially viable products.
• Conduct market research, trend analysis, competitor benchmarking, and customer insights to identify product opportunities.
• Define product specifications, materials, trims, construction details, and quality requirements.
• Work closely with Pattern Makers, Sample Team, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production teams to ensure product feasibility and manufacturability.
• Review and approve prototypes, samples, and fittings to ensure product quality, fit, functionality, and aesthetic standards.
• Manage the product development timeline and ensure milestones are achieved according to the collection calendar.
• Analyze product performance, sales trends, and customer feedback to drive continuous product improvements.
• Ensure products meet target costing, margin requirements, and quality standards.
• Lead product review meetings and present product recommendations to management.
• Mentor and support junior team members in product development and technical execution.
• Stay informed about industry trends, innovations, materials, and consumer behavior to enhance product competitiveness.

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Product Design, Fashion Merchandising, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Product Development, Product Design, or Fashion Product Management, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, product development processes, materials, sourcing, and production.
• Proven experience managing product development from concept through commercialization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance creativity, customer needs, and business objectives.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and PLM systems (preferred).
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced retail or fashion environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality, fit, functionality, and commercial success.
• Experience in women's fashion, contemporary fashion, or lifestyle brands is highly preferred.