Huntress Talent · 12 hours ago
Merchandising Designer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelHuntress Talent is launching a new fitness apparel and handbag brand, and they are seeking a Merchandising Designer to define the initial product line. The role involves product assortment planning, market analysis, and ensuring brand identity in product designs.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Danielle Fried-Dorman
Responsibilities
Initial Product Assortment Planning: Develop the inaugural seasonal line plan for both fitness apparel and performance handbags, ensuring the assortment aligns with the new brand's identity, target audience, and launch timelines
Market Entry & Trend Analysis: Conduct extensive market research on emerging fitness trends, performance materials, competitor launch strategies, and the niche market for athletic handbags to ensure a competitive and innovative initial offering
Apparel Technical Design: Create technical packs (tech packs) for a range of fitness apparel, specifying performance fabrics, functional design details, and fit requirements unique to athletic wear
Handbag Product Development: Design and develop functional athletic and lifestyle handbags, focusing on materials selection (e.g., durable, water-resistant fabrics), hardware specifications, pocket configurations, and manufacturing feasibility
Brand Identity & Storytelling: Ensure all merchandising decisions and product designs consistently reflect the core values and aesthetic of the new brand, collaborating with marketing teams to build a compelling launch narrative
Sourcing & Vendor Management: Work closely with sourcing teams to identify and onboard manufacturers capable of producing high-quality technical apparel and specialized handbags, managing the initial sampling and production cycles
Financial Planning: Assist in setting target price points, analyzing initial margin potential, and forecasting launch inventory needs to manage risk effectively during the brand's first season
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in launching a new apparel brand or product category is a significant advantage
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CAD software, with a strong portfolio demonstrating both apparel design (preferably athletic/performance wear) and handbag/accessory design
Expertise in a variety of performance textiles, trim, and hardware applicable to both technical apparel and durable bags
Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and translate creative vision into a commercially successful and scalable product line
A Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Product Merchandising, or a related field
Company
Huntress Talent
Female Founded, Female Owned and Operated Talent Solutions Firm Specializing in IT, HR, Marketing and Finance roles in the New York, California and Remote.
Founded in 2017
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase