Assistant Designer - International Men's Knits

POSITION SUMMARY:
This role will support the Design team on all aspects of the product lifecycle from concept to final development within the International Men’s Knits category.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Provide administrative support from concept to design to final development of  the International Men’s Knits classification
•    Master knowledge of all styles, raw materials and trims related to Men’s Knits
•    Assist with the management of cross-functional communication between the International, Merchandising, Production, Technical design and external vendors
•    Work with Global merchants to ensure International customer needs and choice counts are covered each season
•    Help to organize and keep track of samples
•    Assist in sketching designs in Illustrator (flats)
•    Prepare PLM packages and update them as needed
•    Assist with the preparation of presentation boards for seasonal/ milestone meetings
•    Conduct design research for international trend as directed by department head
•    Attend fit sessions as needed
•    Review lab dips, samples and submits with Supervisor and enter/send comments to vendors
•    Prepare line sheets and update as necessary
•    Perform other duties as required
•    Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business.
•    In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs.  Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
•    Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Able to multi task and prioritize based on business objectives
•    Organized and detail oriented
•    Working knowledge of Illustrator and Excel
•    Web PLM experience a plus
 

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