JOB PURPOSE To provide strategic support to the Concept & Planning Custodian by bringing in innovative solutions, designs and out of the box ideas to the table. This role requires a deep understanding of the latest international fashion trends, designs, patterns; guide the designers and provide design advisory support to the clients
Strategic Support
- Develop strategies based on client behavior
- Be one step ahead of competition
- Create and execute a season calendar for the upcoming collection
- Decide on the style count in the category for the upcoming season
Creativity
- Provide exceptional ideas and path breaking initiatives
- Ability to scan the industry and suggest new concept and ideas
- Exceptional in designing and forecasting
- Concept development and path breaking initiatives
- Focus on building similar creative thinking processes in the design studio
- Provide parallel support to the Merchandising team in executing the ideas and bring alive designs into implementation
Research & Development
- Conduct extensive research on individual client preferences,
trends & patterns etc
- Keep prior research reports handy before the season starts
- Provide alternate solutions and ideas to clients
- Develop a wide range of connectivity with networks manufacturers, fabric suppliers, embroiders etc
Team Management
- Brainstorm Designers and get the best possible output from them
- Should have the ability to effectively and efficiently manage a team of Designers
- Ensure minimal attrition
- Provide thorough training to the team members; mentor and guide them on regular basis
- Create strong back-ups within the dept
Other desired skills
- Excellent creativity and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work under stringent deadlines
- Agile personality and excellent communication skills
- Should possess multi-tasking abilities
- Preferably should have experience in working in a matrix structured company
- Should have an eye for detail and assertive