Designer
Habitat Clothes To Live In, Sharon, MA, United States
Job description:
Position/Job Title: Designer
Category: Design/Apparel
Position Type: Full-Time/Salary
Pay:
$75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Location: Sharon, MA
ABOUT HABITAT: Habitat Clothes To Live In, Incis a women’s apparel company headquartered in Sharon, Massachusetts (West of Boston). We service 1,500 specialty stores across the country and have a beautiful brand new 25,000 Sq. Foot Warehouse space. Founded in 2000, Habitat Clothes To Live In, Inc. has grown to include three divisions (Escape, Olivia and Habitat Clothes) with 6 lines per year and over 10,000 SKUs.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The Designer is responsible for creating and developing our apparel line, transforming concepts into finalized products. This role will concentrate on designing woven and knit tops and bottoms with intricate construction details.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Creative Director/CEO in the conceptualization and design of the collection
Collaborate with cross functional teams on merchandising plan and timeline, providing updates as the styles develop to ensure the collection aligns with the plan and stays on schedule
Regularly explore and analyze the marketplace, including competitors, to gather inspiration and identify opportunities in product design, fabrics, colors, and trims
Develop Illustrator sketches and handoff sheets for the Technical Designers
Create colored CAD sketches for use in presentations and line sheets
Develop lap dips, print artwork, and trims and be able to effectively communicate feedback to overseas vendors
Conduct research to identify suitable prints for the line, adjusts colors, and submits artwork for development
Collaborate with overseas vendors to develop fabrics and trims
Partner with tech design to ensure products align with design specifications. Participate in fittings, document design notes, and distribute updates post-fitting
Update and refine sketches based on feedback from design reviews
Ensure product is developed and designed to meet company margin requirements
Teams with Product Managers on product development, pricing strategies, and timelines.
Adhere to project calendar and proactively communicate any potential challenges affecting target dates
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR THE ROLE:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
3+ years of experience in designing for Women’s apparel preferred
Strong time-management skills and ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to solve matters quicklyUnderstanding and experience with Product Development of garments from sketch to final approval
Ability to execute designs provided by Creative Director/CEO
Flexible team player, willing to adapt to changesper company needs
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Working within Team Environments
Dependable
Time Management
Strong leadership, creativity and organization skills
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to seasonality of the business
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Position/Job Title: Designer
Category: Design/Apparel
Position Type: Full-Time/Salary
Pay:
$75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Location: Sharon, MA
ABOUT HABITAT: Habitat Clothes To Live In, Incis a women’s apparel company headquartered in Sharon, Massachusetts (West of Boston). We service 1,500 specialty stores across the country and have a beautiful brand new 25,000 Sq. Foot Warehouse space. Founded in 2000, Habitat Clothes To Live In, Inc. has grown to include three divisions (Escape, Olivia and Habitat Clothes) with 6 lines per year and over 10,000 SKUs.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The Designer is responsible for creating and developing our apparel line, transforming concepts into finalized products. This role will concentrate on designing woven and knit tops and bottoms with intricate construction details.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Creative Director/CEO in the conceptualization and design of the collection
Collaborate with cross functional teams on merchandising plan and timeline, providing updates as the styles develop to ensure the collection aligns with the plan and stays on schedule
Regularly explore and analyze the marketplace, including competitors, to gather inspiration and identify opportunities in product design, fabrics, colors, and trims
Develop Illustrator sketches and handoff sheets for the Technical Designers
Create colored CAD sketches for use in presentations and line sheets
Develop lap dips, print artwork, and trims and be able to effectively communicate feedback to overseas vendors
Conduct research to identify suitable prints for the line, adjusts colors, and submits artwork for development
Collaborate with overseas vendors to develop fabrics and trims
Partner with tech design to ensure products align with design specifications. Participate in fittings, document design notes, and distribute updates post-fitting
Update and refine sketches based on feedback from design reviews
Ensure product is developed and designed to meet company margin requirements
Teams with Product Managers on product development, pricing strategies, and timelines.
Adhere to project calendar and proactively communicate any potential challenges affecting target dates
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR THE ROLE:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
3+ years of experience in designing for Women’s apparel preferred
Strong time-management skills and ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to solve matters quicklyUnderstanding and experience with Product Development of garments from sketch to final approval
Ability to execute designs provided by Creative Director/CEO
Flexible team player, willing to adapt to changesper company needs
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
KEY COMPETENCIES:
Working within Team Environments
Dependable
Time Management
Strong leadership, creativity and organization skills
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to seasonality of the business
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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