Z SUPPLY · 1 day ago
DESIGN MANAGER-SPEED TO MARKET
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expZ SUPPLY is an established California Women’s lifestyle apparel brand that is leading the space for casual, comfortable style. The M&D Design Manager will design and assist in the development of Speed to Market products and SMU’s for DTC Ecommerce, ensuring that the needs for both the Ecommerce and Wholesale teams are met while collaborating with various teams to keep all timelines current.
E-CommerceEyewearFashion
Responsibilities
Research and Design multi-seasonal, multi-product lines for key account customers and Ecommerce channel based on market needs and customer requests
Design STM Brand Elevation Collaborations with key partners and customers
Facilitate SMU and Speed To Market needs, by creating line drawings, art pages etc. for tech packs that fulfill STM and SMU objectives
Help to do tech packs when workload demands it
In-depth knowledge of Seasonal mainline styles and product stories
Applies Z Supply “brand filter” to ensure all key market design trends align to brand and business/revenue needs
Collaborate with the team on conceptualizing, designing and executing special programs
Attends all best seller meetings across Ecommerce and Wholesale to have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of current and emerging selling and product trends within the business
Have an in-depth knowledge of market, innovation, competition, and product trends
Ensures that all needs are met according to timeline needs
Proof and comment on all factory lab-dips, strike-offs, protos, etc., for proper execution of designs and production approval
Manage first fits through TOP’s with Tech Designer
Ensure timely completion of product in accordance with customer development calendar, and track samples
Daily communication with factories along with STM Product Developer on development to ensure products execute correctly, hit targeted price and margin goals
Work with STM Product Developer to Keep up log of all SMU styles
Work with STM Product Developer to ensure SMU’s meet all IGM and MOQ requirements
Maintain log and track production approval stages for all Need It Now / Late Add styles
Keep design sheets of STM and SMU sku’s and shares with Management team on a weekly and monthly basis for visibility
Performs other related duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
10+ years design experience, Sr. Designer or Design Manager Experience preferred
Have an in-depth understanding of the brand to ensure the right brand design aesthetic is met
Strategic thinker willing to push the envelope and bring fresh, innovative ideas to life
Excellent team player with the ability to build, foster and nurture supportive and collaborative relationships with a range of leadership
Super organized and detail oriented. Able to manage multiple design needs and ensure key deadlines and timelines are met
Creative thinker who can brainstorm innovative ideas/strategies to support brand initiatives
Excellent communicator. Able to clearly communicate designs to Tech Design and Product Development and production team
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and google docs
Preferred
Merchandising experience and skills are a plus
Benefits
Teams work a partial hybrid / remote schedule.
Half-Day Fridays year-round
Generous clothing discount
New chic and modern offices located near top restaurants and shopping.
Comprehensive health benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision. Team members enjoy zero premium cost for select medical plans.
401K with annual company match
Positive, collaborate company culture
Company
Z SUPPLY
Z SUPPLY is a fashion designer that sells fabrics.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ann Fong Wildes
CFO/COO
Katie Singer
Chief Merchandising Officer
Recent News
2025-09-15
2024-11-21
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