What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Manager position at Gina Group?
Design Manager
Job Summary : We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Design Manager for hosiery department to lead our men’s product. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the fashion and retail industries, and the ability to drive business growth through strategic product planning and development. This role requires collaboration with design, production, sales, licensing and marketing teams to ensure our product offerings are aligned with market trends and customer demand.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee the entire merchandising process, from concept development to final production, ensuring timely and successful product launches.
- Conduct market research to identify emerging fashion trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
- Understand the competitive marketplace and pursue white space opportunities that align with company strategies.
- Develop and implement merchandising strategies to maximize sales, profitability, and brand positioning.
- Collaborate with the design, production and sales teams to create trend-right and commercially viable product assortments within a T&A calendar.
- Manage product assortment planning and pricing strategies.
- Establish strong relationships with key retail partners to understand their needs and enhance product offerings that also fit within retail and budget constraints.
- Collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to develop effective seasonal product launches.
- Work with the licensing team to make informed decisions on existing brands and help identify new brand opportunities.
- Manage product approvals with licensors while ensuring quality standards are met.
- Merchandise showrooms with sales in preparation for important meetings and seasonal changeover
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of designers and product developers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Evaluate and suggest processes and workflows to increase efficiency and productivity.
Qualifications :
Benefits and Perks :
NY Pay Transparency :
The pay range for this position is ($100,000 - $120,000) annually based on skills and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer :
Gina Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Recruitment Agencies :
Gina Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not be held responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
About Gina Group :
Gina Group is an industry-leading wholesale fashion and accessories company specializing in design, manufacturing, and distribution to retail markets. Categories include footwear, hosiery, cold weather, handbags, small leather goods, tech accessories, home goods, and more across a multitude of national brands. Gina has been supplying retail markets with kids, juniors, misses, and men’s products for over 40 years and continues to keep pace with the ever-changing retail landscape.
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Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
