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Oxford Global Resources · 2 weeks ago

Men's Apparel Designer

Oxford Global Resources is a company that owns brands like Tommy Bahama and Lilly Pulitzer, focusing on evoking happiness through fashion. They are seeking a Men's Apparel Designer who will collaborate with the Director of Design & Product to create a seasonal line that aligns with the Duck Head aesthetic, handling design functions and ensuring brand consistency.

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Responsibilities

Research: Provide market, trend, and vintage research based on seasonal inspiration and brand lifestyle direction
Design: Develop concepts for assigned categories based on seasonal direction—including original sketches, color-ups, and material suggestions. Additionally, oversee seasonal trim design and development
Development: Complete tech packs/design sheets for tech hand-offs, ensuring they are accurate and clear for the Technical Design team. Responsible for lab dip, knit-down, strike-off, and handloom approvals and comments
Fittings: Participate in fit sessions from proto to production, ensuring fit, construction, and material accuracy at each product stage
Communication: Maintain clear, daily communication with vendors and internal partners regarding updates, approvals, and changes in the assortment
Presentation: Collaborate with the Director of Design & Product to present design concepts at sketch, proto, and SMS stages. Clearly communicate inspiration and ideas to both the internal design team and cross-functional partners
Organization: Create and maintain seasonal boards (both physical and digital), keeping them consistently updated following meetings and fittings
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional team members in Product Development, Technical Design, and Merchandising to ensure brand alignment. Also, partner with Marketing and Sales to ensure all products are on time for sales meetings and photoshoots
Teamwork: Support the Design Team and Director of Design to ensure calendar deadlines are met. Ensure design deliverables are completed on time to support seamless product development and on-time market launches

Qualification

Fashion DesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopMicrosoft Office SuiteCAD softwarePLM softwareTechnical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkCreativity

Required

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising or related field, or equivalent work experience
Generally, 4+ years of proven fashion design experience, preferably within the men's category
Expertise with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Working knowledge of CAD and PLM software
Some travel may be required to support design and development initiatives
Strong understanding of the Duck Head aesthetic, brand position and customer
Technical skill and strong knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, construction techniques, fit, and trim
In-depth knowledge of innovative design techniques and processes
Excellent communication & organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up

Benefits

Generous vacation policy
Health and wellness coverage
401k with company match
Discounted stock purchasing
Options for education reimbursement
Amazing product discounts

Company

Oxford Global Resources

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Oxford Global Resources delivers tailored solutions for any technical challenges you are facing using our partnership-first approach.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kevin McGreevy, CPA
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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