Job DescriptionWe are looking for a womenswear designer with strong retail experience and a explicit understanding of the end-to-end design process - from market research and concept development to range planning, sourcing, and execution. The candidate should be articulate, process-driven, and comfortable coordinating cross-functionally with buying, sourcing, and vendor teams to ensure timely and commercially viable product delivery.

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Conduct seasonal market research, trend analysis, and competitor benchmarking.
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Develop design conceptsaligned with brand vision and seasonal direction.
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Lead range planning with a robust understanding of price architecture and retail strategy.
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Work closely with buying and merchandising teams to ensure commercial relevance.
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Coordinate with sourcing teams and vendors for fabric, trims, and product development.
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Manage vendor communication and follow-ups through sampling to production.
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Create detailed tech packs, specifications,



and production-ready documentation.
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Design across woven andknit categories with solid product understanding.
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Monitor sampling, fittings, and product refinement through the development cycle.
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Ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
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3+ years of relevant womenswear retail design experience.
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Strong knowledge of design process, sourcing cycles, and garment construction.
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Hands-on experience with range building and seasonal calendars.
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Excellent communicationand coordination skills.
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Proficiency in design and presentation tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
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Solid understanding offabric, fit, and silhouette development, illustration, embroidery, and knitting.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
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