Associate, Designer - Off-Price

About the role

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets, and sells high-quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s, and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment, and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on its customers and its brands to drive future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales
• Support execution of seasonal design within the context of the overall assortment, cost, and vendor strategy
• Prepare tech packs, update spec sheets, and maintain accurate product records in PLM or shared drives
• Attend fittings and assist with fit notes for development and production
• Maintain design libraries, sample archives, and organizational tools
• Track development milestones to ensure on-time sample delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in technical design, production, and merchandising
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors
• Support follow-up on sample status, fabric/lab dip/ knit down approvals
• Aid in denim wash approvals and communication to vendors
• Assist in maintaining denim wash standard library
• Work closely with the Senior Manager of Product Development and Design to ensure design execution aligns with brand and business goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 3-4 years of experience in apparel design; denim experience preferred
• Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Mac environment)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/ Word/ Powerpoint) to maintain WIP reports
• Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with PLM systems to create and maintain tech packs

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Strong sketching ability and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (Mac environment)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/ Word/ Powerpoint) to maintain WIP reports
• Comprehensive understanding of garment construction, wash processes, and fabric behavior (especially denim)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with PLM systems to create and maintain tech packs

Benefits

• Industry-competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k)
• Summer Fridays
• Generous PTO
• Merchandise discounts
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Work environment that reflects our industry leadership
• Social impact program, Centric Cares, focusing on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in
• D&I committee shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources, and inspiring conversation

Pay

Salary Range: $68,640 - $73,500

Schedule

N/A