Centric Brands · 5 hours ago
Designer, Belts (Michael Kors)
US-NY-New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
4+ years expCentric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective focused on innovation and customer satisfaction. They are seeking a Designer specializing in belts to create and execute original design concepts while ensuring timely product development and collaborative relationships with various stakeholders.
ApparelBeautyFashionJewelry
Responsibilities
Research and identify trend directions; perform competitive analysis; analyze selling; pull and review inspirational photos, materials, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings
Execute development of initial seasonal design in context of larger assortment and cost structure
Design according to style plans, sales needs, licensor needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
Create Illustrator sketches for brand presentations. Create specification sheets and line sheets. Ensure maintenance of designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
Ensure maintenance of design archives library
Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of fabric/trim library
Approve lab dips with Senior Designer(s) and ensure consistency with color standards and licensor directives, where appropriate; review prints and graphics where appropriate and advise revisions; manage fit process
Present product to internal teams, licensors and customers
Coordinate follow-up and build collaborative relationships with internal and external customers and partners, including sales, production, brand management, vendors and licensors; manager interoffice communication
Contribute positively to team dynamic
Qualification
Required
4-7 years' experience in accessory design, specifically belts
Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
Strong presentation and speaking skills
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented, meticulous, and creative
Creativity, technical capability, and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and 3D design such as Browzwear or similar programs
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision)
Matching 401(k)
Summer Fridays
Generous PTO
Merchandise discounts
Excellent career development opportunities
Company
Centric Brands
Centric Brands is an apparel and accessories company that sells accessories for children, women, and men.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (4)
2022 (9)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Rabin
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Gluckman
Senior Vice President/Division Head of Soft Accessories and Seasonal Footwear
Recent News
2026-01-11
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2026-01-07
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