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The Kasper Group · 1 day ago

Designer, Wholesale Dress

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Kasper Group is a leading global apparel company known for its iconic brands and women's designs. They are seeking a Dress Designer who will research trends, develop products, and manage communication with suppliers to ensure designs meet cost parameters and specifications.

E-CommerceFashionLeisureLifestyleRetailWeb Design

Hiring Manager

Kerri Gambardella

Responsibilities

Research and identify trend directions

Create inspiration boards and participate in trend overviews for each season

Consistently shop marketplace, our competitive set and for inspiration and product opportunities

Plan the line according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends

Develop product, and marketing concepts for emerging categories or items, hot spots and blitz styles

Develop fabrics, color palettes, special trims and styling details

Ensure product is being designed within cost parameters

Work with suppliers on execution to make sure the elements fall within our cost targets

Manage all overseas communication with sample facilities for sample execution

Attend all comparison fittings, proto fittings and production fittings

Give concise feedback to technical design on how to adjust garments

Ensure production fits are to our specifications

Merchandise and style showrooms for market

Adhere to time and action calendar

Qualification

Womens design experienceTrend identificationPLM knowledgeSketching in IllustratorPhotoshop proficiencyMultitasking abilityOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills