Outerwear & Bottoms Designer

Outerwear & Bottoms Designer (3-7 Years Experience)Job Type: Full-timeLocation: Howell, NJ 07731Salary: $70,000 to $90,000 annuallyAbout the RoleWe are seeking an energetic and detail-driven Apparel Designer specializing in outerwear and structured bottoms. This is a high-visibility, hands-on role reporting directly to senior design leadership.If you are a technical creative who thrives on precision, from the initial flat sketch to the final production sample, and you possess a "no task is too small" hustle mentality, this is your opportunity to scale your career with a premier brand.What You'll Do (Responsibilities)Design Support: Assist senior designers in sketching new silhouettes and creating dynamic colorways for jackets, bottoms, and swimwear.Tech Pack Creation: Build and maintain highly accurate technical packages utilizing Excel and Adobe Illustrator, including detailed technical diagrams, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and precise trim placements.Research & Development: Conduct market research on emerging fashion trends, competitor pricing, and innovative hardware or fabric finishes to keep our collections ahead of the curve.Fit Assistance: Attend live fit sessions to take meticulous notes, update technical sketches based on fit feedback, and help track changes across sizes.Trim & Fabric Sourcing: Maintain and organize the design library and reference files to seamlessly track ongoing product development.Vendor Communication: Coordinate directly with global vendors and suppliers to request lab dips, sample yardage, strike-offs, prototypes, and sales samples.Pack & Ship: Help prepare, label, and organize samples for shipping to various accounts and production partners.What You Bring (Qualifications)Education: Degree in Fashion Design or a closely related field.Experience: 3 to 7 years of proven experience in apparel design (experience with outerwear, structured bottoms, or technical apparel is a major plus).Technical Software Skills:Adobe Creative Suite: Expert-level Adobe Illustrator for creating precise flat sketches and tech packs. Proficiency in Photoshop for creating mood boards, prints, and color renderings.Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in Excel for managing BOMs, and Outlook/Teams for seamless internal and vendor communication.Eye for Detail: A strong foundational understanding of garment construction basics (e.g., pocket construction, zipper applications, seam finishes, and garment mapping).Mindset: High motivation, a collaborative spirit, and a willingness to dive into any task to help the team succeed.Bonus Points If You Have:Basic knowledge or proficiency in 3D design software such as CLO 3D or BrowzwearHow to ApplyThis is a confidential search. To be considered, please submit an updated resume alongside a direct link to your digital portfolio demonstrating precise flat sketches, technical packages, and relevant design work.Note: Due to the high volume of outreach and strict submittal timelines for this search, applications missing a portfolio link cannot be advanced to the review phase.