Dillard's
The Designer – Apparel Design at Dillard’s is responsible for creating seasonal collections that align with brand direction and resonate with our customers. This role involves developing trend-driven designs, building strong vendor relationships, and overseeing all aspects of the design process from concept to final product. The Designer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and alignment with company goals.
Essential Job Functions Trend and Color Development
Develop seasonal trend decks and monthly color palettes for each brand in collaboration with the Sportswear Brand Direction team.
Present comprehensive trend forecasts, including color, fabric, and style insights, to inform the design process.
Material Library Management
Maintain and organize a fabric, skin, and trim library, updating seasonally with innovative materials sourced from shows, mills, and vendors.
Ensure materials are accessible and categorized for easy reference, using hanging racks, drawers, or other organizational systems.
Vendor and Mill Relations
Build and maintain direct relationships with mills and vendors to source appropriate fabrics and trims for development.
Introduce innovative materials and collaborate on fabric development to meet brand-specific needs.
Lead development meetings, presenting multiple design concepts based on sales data, trends, and historical performance.
Prepare samples, photos, sketches, and fabrics to support design proposals and decision-making.
Design Documentation
Maintain seasonal and monthly binders for each style, including updated development sheets, fabric information, sketches, and photographs.
Ensure artwork and CADs are completed and available before finalization meetings and Technical Turn-Ins (TTI).
Technical Turn-Ins (TTI)
Provide accurate design information, including detailed sketches, measurements, and Bill of Materials (BOMs), during TTI.
Act as the design authority in finalization meetings, ensuring all product details align with the original vision.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with merchandising, technical design, and production teams to align on product vision, timelines, and execution.
Foster a collaborative environment within the design group, ensuring cohesive outcomes across all categories.
Project Management
Adhere to the Timing and Action (T&A) Calendar, ensuring all milestones are met and adjusting plans as necessary to address challenges or opportunities.
Maintain flexibility to pivot based on shifting priorities or market trends.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of apparel design principles, including color theory, fabric selection, and construction techniques.
Proficiency in creating trend decks, CADs, and technical sketches.
Exceptional ability to manage libraries of materials and documentation for various projects.
Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Familiarity with technical design processes, including BOM creation and technical turn-ins.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to lead meetings and collaborate across teams.
Effective relationship-building skills with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to analyze sales data and market trends to inform design decisions.
Strategic mindset to anticipate challenges and pivot when necessary.
Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.
Position Requirements Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in apparel design, preferably in sportswear or a related category.
Demonstrated experience leading product development processes and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Salary & Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, a generous merchandise discount, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Dillard’s is an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
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Essential Job Functions Trend and Color Development
Develop seasonal trend decks and monthly color palettes for each brand in collaboration with the Sportswear Brand Direction team.
Present comprehensive trend forecasts, including color, fabric, and style insights, to inform the design process.
Material Library Management
Maintain and organize a fabric, skin, and trim library, updating seasonally with innovative materials sourced from shows, mills, and vendors.
Ensure materials are accessible and categorized for easy reference, using hanging racks, drawers, or other organizational systems.
Vendor and Mill Relations
Build and maintain direct relationships with mills and vendors to source appropriate fabrics and trims for development.
Introduce innovative materials and collaborate on fabric development to meet brand-specific needs.
Lead development meetings, presenting multiple design concepts based on sales data, trends, and historical performance.
Prepare samples, photos, sketches, and fabrics to support design proposals and decision-making.
Design Documentation
Maintain seasonal and monthly binders for each style, including updated development sheets, fabric information, sketches, and photographs.
Ensure artwork and CADs are completed and available before finalization meetings and Technical Turn-Ins (TTI).
Technical Turn-Ins (TTI)
Provide accurate design information, including detailed sketches, measurements, and Bill of Materials (BOMs), during TTI.
Act as the design authority in finalization meetings, ensuring all product details align with the original vision.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with merchandising, technical design, and production teams to align on product vision, timelines, and execution.
Foster a collaborative environment within the design group, ensuring cohesive outcomes across all categories.
Project Management
Adhere to the Timing and Action (T&A) Calendar, ensuring all milestones are met and adjusting plans as necessary to address challenges or opportunities.
Maintain flexibility to pivot based on shifting priorities or market trends.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong understanding of apparel design principles, including color theory, fabric selection, and construction techniques.
Proficiency in creating trend decks, CADs, and technical sketches.
Exceptional ability to manage libraries of materials and documentation for various projects.
Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Familiarity with technical design processes, including BOM creation and technical turn-ins.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to lead meetings and collaborate across teams.
Effective relationship-building skills with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to analyze sales data and market trends to inform design decisions.
Strategic mindset to anticipate challenges and pivot when necessary.
Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.
Position Requirements Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in apparel design, preferably in sportswear or a related category.
Demonstrated experience leading product development processes and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Salary & Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, a generous merchandise discount, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Dillard’s is an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.
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