What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate/Designer Handbags position at SBH Fashion?
Leading fashion company in New York City has an exciting opportunity for an Associate/Designer for Handbags, slgs, cosmetic and travel bags. 2 - 3 years experience.4 days in office.
Role and Responsibilities:
Role and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for development and design of product, including research, sketching, tech packs and pre-production confirmations from concept to final execution
- Track full development cycle of samples
- Maintain, update and share linesheets, PLM (style guide software) and sample requests
- Coordinate with overseas office to develop new products, problem-solve design issues, approve materials and supervising sample lot production through daily communication
- Responsible for all product corrections and execution through delivery
- Maintain knowledge of fashion trends, shop market, attend trend meetings and leather shows
- Work with design team to create moods for the season (color palettes, prints, materials etc.)
- Work closely with business leaders and sales teams to address specific requests and build well-rounded collections
- Prepare design presentations and linesheets
- Attend sales meetings to and present line to buyers, meet with customers and generally assist in the sales and presentation process
- 2 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Arts degree preferred
- Existing knowledge of the retail marketplace
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite
- Sharp eye for detail and design
- Must have superior organizational skills
- Handbag Design
- Print/Surface Design
- CAD Presentations
- Product Photography/Retouching
- Hybrid work schedule & early Fridays
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage with FSA or HSA options
- Pet insurance and pet discounts
- Identity theft protection
- Discounted life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
- 401K & Profit sharing
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Professional development
- Team building and Company events
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000
