What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Apparel Designer / Apparel Designer – Outerwear & Wovens Apparel position at The Golden Touch Group?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking an (Associate) Outerwear & Wovens Apparel Designer to support the design and development of trend-forward, high-quality products for the women’s junior market. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, technical skills, and a collaborative mindset to assist in executing innovative designs across various price points.
Responsibilities
Design & Product Development:
3 days a week in the office, 2 days' work from home
New York Pay Rate
We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.
Company Overview
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.
Diversity Vision Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Full-time
Description
We are seeking an (Associate) Outerwear & Wovens Apparel Designer to support the design and development of trend-forward, high-quality products for the women’s junior market. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, technical skills, and a collaborative mindset to assist in executing innovative designs across various price points.
Responsibilities
Design & Product Development:
- Assist in creating and maintaining line plans for in-house and private label collections.
- Support the design of outerwear, ensuring attention to detail in trims, fabrics, and construction techniques.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive insights, and new product opportunities.
- Prepare detailed flat sketches and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator to support product development.
- Collaborate with overseas offices to track sampling progress and ensure quality standards are met.
- Participate in fit sessions, providing feedback on samples and assisting in fit adjustments.
- Ensure adherence to time-and-action calendars to meet development and production deadlines.
- Partner with the Design and Merchandising teams to align designs with brand direction and SKU plans.
- Work closely with the technical design team to refine fit and garment specifications.
- Assist in sourcing trending materials and trims in collaboration with the fabric sourcing team.
- Provide support in resolving production challenges to maintain quality and on-time delivery.
- 5 years of experience in apparel design with a focus on wovens and outerwear preferred, particularly in the women’s junior market
- Proven ability to create on-trend, commercially viable designs in a fast-paced, competitive retail landscape
- Strong understanding of fabric properties, garment construction, and product development processes
- Experience with private label product development and brand differentiation strategies.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator with the ability to create detailed flat sketches and complete tech packs
- Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with merchandising, technical, and sourcing teams
- Exceptional market awareness and ability to translate trend insights into actionable, successful designs
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills
3 days a week in the office, 2 days' work from home
New York Pay Rate
We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.
Company Overview
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.
Diversity Vision Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
