We are looking for a Menswear designer with strong retail experience and a clear 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct seasonal
market research
, trend analysis, and competitor benchmarking.
- Develop
design concepts
aligned with brand vision and seasonal direction.
- Lead
range planning
with a strong understanding of price architecture and retail strategy.
- Work closely with
buying and merchandising teams
to ensure commercial relevance.
- Coordinate with
sourcing teams and vendors
for fabric, trims, and product development.
- Manage
vendor communication and follow-ups
through sampling to production.
- Create detailed
tech packs
, specifications, and production-ready documentation.
- Design across
woven and knit categories
with strong product understanding.
- Monitor sampling, fittings, and product refinement through the development cycle.
- Ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Key Skills & Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant menswear retail design experience. (Specialised in Knit)
- Strong knowledge of
design process, sourcing cycles, and garment construction
.
- Hands-on experience with
range building and seasonal calendars
.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in design and presentation tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
- Strong understanding of
fabric, fit, and silhouette development, illustration, embroidery, and knitting
.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative workplace.
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📌 Fashion Designer (Mumbai)
🏢 The Souled Store
📍 Mumbai