Dress Designer, Wholesale Apparel

Overview

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader, offering women wardrobe solutions for their wear‑to‑work and special occasion dressing needs. Driven by excellence and exceptional talent, The Kasper Group has remained a forerunner in fashion for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering iconic brands (Kasper, Anne Klein, LeSuit, Kenneth Cole), relevant fashions and trusted, quality products to our consumers. So be a part of the exceptional talent!
Responsibilities

Research and identify trend directions
Create inspiration boards and participate in trend overviews for each season
Partner with knits team on creating overall seasonal concepts and big ideas
Consistently shop marketplace, our competitive set and for inspiration and product opportunities
Plan the line according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends
Develop product, and marketing concepts for emerging categories or items, hot spots and blitz styles
Develop fabrics, color palettes, special trims and styling details
Ensure product is being designed within cost parameters
Work with suppliers on execution to make sure the elements fall within our cost targets
Manage all overseas communication with sample facilities for sample execution
Attend all comparison fittings, proto fittings and production fittings
Give concise feedback to technical design on how to adjust garments
Ensure production fits are to our specifications
Merchandise and style showrooms for market
Adhere to time and action calendar
Requirements

A degree from accredited art/fashion school
5+ years of experience in apparel design
Ability to lead and manage a team
Able to provide creative direction for the team to follow from season to season
Ability to interface with Department heads outside of Design i.e., Production/Sales to drive results
Ability to develop a line from concept to completion without supervision from supervisors
Ability to identify key trends and determine how they appropriately relate to the brand/consumer
Knowledge of MS Office
Proficient sketching in Illustrator
Capable to in Photoshop
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
When applying, please include the link to your online portfolio or upload examples of your work (include sketches).
Salary Range: $80K - $100K*Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.
We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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