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Talbots · 2 days ago

Design Director, Haven Well Within

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$170K/yr - $180K/yr

15+ years exp

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes, and accessories. The Design Director for Haven Well Within is responsible for overseeing the design vision, managing a team to create marketable product lines, and ensuring alignment with brand integrity and sales goals.

ApparelFashion

Hiring Manager

Lindsay Lipari

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing the design vision for Haven Well Within

Conduct seasonal global and domestic research for color, print/pattern, and trend direction

Articulate and prepare presentations to leadership and business partners (concept, line presentation, etc.)

Guide the team in the creation and execution of innovative product for Haven Well Within ensuring a strong focus on brand integrity, sales/margin goals, and growth opportunities

Execute silhouette, fit and styling direction

Partner with cross functional counterparts to drive seasonal framework ensuring that creative ideas and business goals are in tandem

Partner with Fabric R& D to research and identify yarns and fabrics that align with and amplify sustainability goals

Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attend all meetings as required

Create, approve, and oversee execution of tech packs/seasonal development hand offs

Provide a collaborative, challenging work environment

Qualification

Apparel DesignDesign ManagementSustainable Textile ResearchIllustratorProject ManagementPresentation SkillsMicrosoft OfficePhotoshopPLM/Product Development PlatformMiroMicrosoft TeamsCollaborationCreativityDetail-orientedCommunicationTeam-oriented

Required

Knowledge and experience at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in Apparel Design

15+ years of related design experience

Collaborative partner with superior time and project management skills; a hands-on and team-oriented partner able to shift gears seamlessly and is willing to do what it takes to support deliverables

Excellent written and verbal presentation skills

Proven ability to communicate and influence diverse level of talent to achieve results

Highly creative with a strong, innovative business growth mindset and exceptional management skills

Superior sketching ability with expert Illustrator skills; able to efficiently create compelling design presentations

Highly proficient in sustainable textile and yarn research and development, sustainable manufacturing, and packaging practices

Knowledge and experience working with pattern makers, sample makers, technical designers, and CAD designers

Independent, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Proficient with computer programs including PLM/Product Development Platform, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office (Excel is a must). Experience using Miro and Microsoft Teams, a plus

Benefits

You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.

Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.

A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.

Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time off – paid time off & holidays