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, cooperative environment.
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📌 Fashion Designer (Mumbai)
🏢 The Souled Store
📍 Mumbai