Founded in 2016, Dime Industries is a premier cannabis and lifestyle brand known for its sophisticated product offerings and commitment to hardware-first engineering. Operating across nine states and Canada, Dime specializes in high-quality vapes, gummies, soft gels, and pre-rolls.
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fashion & Merchandise Designer with expertise in apparel design, product development, and global supply chain collaboration. In this role, you will be responsible for bringing apparel and merchandise concepts to life; from initial sketch and tech pack creation to overseas supplier sourcing, sample refinement, and final bulk production. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of garment construction, textile selection, tech pack development, and international vendor management.
What You'll Own
- Design and develop seasonal apparel collections, accessories, and branded merchandise from concept to final production.
- Create comprehensive, production-ready tech packs, including technical flats, bill of materials (BOM), measurement specs, and construction details.
- Source, vet, and establish relationships with overseas suppliers, manufacturers, and fabric mills to ensure quality and cost-efficiency.
- Manage daily communication with international vendors and overseas factories regarding sample status, lab dips, trims, and production timelines.
- Lead fit sessions, evaluate pre-production samples, and provide clear fit comments and technical corrections to factory partners.
- Oversee quality control standards, fabric testing, and compliance for all imported materials and finished goods.
- Maintain product development calendars to track sample approvals and ensure on-time delivery of seasonal lines.
Why This Role Matters
- Global Supply Link: You bridge the gap between creative design concepts and overseas manufacturing execution, ensuring product vision translates into high-quality bulk production.
- Brand Quality & Consistency: By maintaining strict technical specs and quality standards across vendors, you ensure every piece reflects the brand's aesthetic and quality benchmarks.
- Cost & Vendor Management: Your proactive communication and sourcing expertise optimize unit costs, MOQ negotiations, and production leads time across international suppliers.
- Product Innovation: By sourcing new fabrics, trims, and manufacturing techniques, you keep our apparel and merchandise lines competitive, modern, and fresh.
- Execution Efficiency: Your precise tech packs and sample management minimize revision cycles, preventing costly delays in sample approvals and bulk shipping schedules.
What You Bring
- Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Product Development, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Fashion/Merchandise Designer with demonstrated hands-on technical design and sourcing work.
- Extensive experience managing overseas suppliers and factories, particularly across Asia and South America.
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for creating technical flats, repeat prints, and graphics.
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, fabric properties, dye techniques, and trim sourcing.
- Proven track record of building comprehensive tech packs and managing product lifecycle software (PLM).
- Familiarity with 3D design tools (CLO 3D or Browzwear) is a plus.
- Excellent cross-cultural communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
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