Directeur En Design
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Job Description:
What could be more exciting than putting your mark on some of the world’s most famous and well-loved fashion brands? We are looking for a Directeur en Design to join our growing team in Montreal, for a one year contract, for a maternity leave replacement.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design for Men’s sportswear commodities
- Lead a team of Designers and Graphic designer to build each seasons collections
- Build a cohesive assortment and ensure each product delivers on brand aesthetic
- Researches and identifies fabric, yarn and trim trends
- Travels to relevant markets and retail landscapes to identify research appropriate style development
- Research, online, trend services, retail, and prepares Mood presentation boards
- Interprets business sales trends and incorporates for the upcoming season
- In partnership with the design team creates style concept boards for each area of responsibility, showing silhouette and color, fabric, print and pattern
- Identify product opportunities to capitalize on opportunities
- Partner with sourcing to build-out product that fits our quality and costing targets
- Lead fit sessions in partnership with tech team
- Partner with graphic designer to development screen prints, plaids and all over prints
- Collaborate with Brand owners on packaging requirements
- Help guide Designers to create detailed technical drawings and color cads using Adobe Illustrator.
- Review all sample comments, fabric/lab dips approval with Designers
- Ensure all design timelines are met and product is on track meeting calendar deadlines
- Knowledge of creating styles and tech packs in PLM.
DO YOU HAVE THE PROFILE WE'RE LOOKING FOR?
- Bachelor’s degree in fashion, or college degree in fashion design
- 8+ years of related experience in Men's apparel design
- Excellent understanding of the contemporary and lifestyle markets on a global scale
- Excellent understanding knits, wovens sweaters, bottoms and light weight outerwear
- A dedication to quality and sustainability
- Ability to take ownership and be accountable
- Ability to take direction and be coachable and adaptable
- Ability to inspire and confidently campaign for ideas and proposals
- Thorough understanding apparel constructions, materials, costing and processes
- Highly motivated, Creative and Enthusiastic
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Ability to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners and drive towards shared success and outcomes
- Hands-on experience leading teams and developing design talent
- Strong proficiency of MS Office Suite
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- Knowledge of PLM is an asset
- Experience in creating technical drawings.
SNEAK PEAK AT OUR BENEFITS:
- Industry-competitive salary
- Generous vacation
- Sick days
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid schedule
- Summer Fridays (half day)
- Commute discount (i.e STM)
- Casual wear
- Company Events
- Birthday gift
- Sample Sales
- Brand discounts
- Gym discount
- Training, development & career advancement opportunities
- D&I committee that is shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion.