Rails · 4 days ago
Accessories PD/Design Associate
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expRails is a fashion company that has evolved from a small label into a full collection of apparel. They are seeking an Accessories PD/Design Associate to support the development of seasonal accessories collections while collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality and timely delivery.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Hiring Manager
Nicholas Oberg
Responsibilities
Support the Senior Accessories Designer across the Accessories categories, including handbags, footwear, jewelry, belts, and small leather goods (SLG)
Manage prototype corrections and communicate design and construction updates to factories throughout seasonal development
Ensure samples align with design intent, quality standards, cost targets, and development timelines
Attend fittings and partner closely with Technical Design to troubleshoot fit issues and ensure standards are met
Create, maintain, and update tech packs - including BOMs and construction pages, ensuring all documentation reflects the latest design and development revisions
Create and update seasonal linesheets
Manage the product lifecycle from initial sketch through production, collaborating closely with Design, PD, Production, and cross-functional partners
Build, maintain, and review seasonal WIPs and shared tracking tools, tracking sample requests, submissions, approvals, revisions, and overall development status
Communicate regularly with global vendors and factories regarding development milestones, timelines, samples, pricing, MOQs, and expectations
Track sample requests, submissions, approvals, and revisions to ensure development stays on schedule
Support the Senior Accessories Designer in launching development trials for new techniques, materials, or constructions as needed each season
Assist with overseas development shipments, including preparing reference materials, trims, fabrics, samples, and shipping documentation
Receive, check in, and organize all samples and trims by development stage and corresponding collections
Prepare samples and racks for internal reviews and cross-functional meetings
Qualification
Required
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field
2-3 years of product development and/or design experience within accessories categories
Solid understanding of basic accessories and footwear construction
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Analytical, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to balance creative vision and commercial objectives
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe Illustrator
Must be able to maintain an onsite presence at our Los Angeles office 4 days per week
Company
Rails
Rails is a fashion designer that sells sweaters, shirts, dresses, and denim.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
Jeff Abrams
Founder | Creative Director
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