Design Director – Girls (Infant/Toddler 4–6)

Responsibilities

• Oversee the product and sample execution for each season
• Communicate with overseas offices daily to execute accurate and attractive sampling in the timeline required.
• Manage all account specific requirements
• Adequately adhere to the production calendar and deadlines required.
• Consistently shop marketplace, our competitive set and for inspiration and product opportunities
• Plan the line according to style plans, client’s needs and emerging trends
• Inspect samples and approve production
• Create tech packs, provide detailed construction comments and flat sketches
• Stay informed and ahead of competitive landscape and industry trends and translate for the brand.

Cross-Functional Partnerships

• Partner with Design Directors/Merchandiser/Sales to ensure that assortment reflects concept direction, SKU plan & styling needs
• Work closely with technical team to guide and correct fit samples
• Direct Tech Pack Designers for accurate information flow to production from costing to production stages.
• Responsible for approvals, corrections, updates and changes to all product as needed. And communicate with Production Coordinators as necessary.
• Provide a positive and challenging work environment

Requirements

• 7+ years of related experience in Design and or Product Development
• Solid background in working with merchandising on delivering on trend commercially successful designs.
• Vast knowledge of fabric and construction with a focus on boy’s woven and knit tops.
• Knowledge and experience in children's market
• Exceptional design and product development skills; ability to manage from idea to execution
• Strong Merchandising sensibility, coupled with a commercial design eye and product development skill set
• Strong point of view and decision-making capabilities
• Solid understanding of the marketplace and competitive landscape
• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence cross-functionally
• Excellent communication skills- verbal, written and presentation
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment under pressure
• Extremely proficient using illustrator
• Ability to travel when required (a plus)
• Experience in having a hands-on approach (designing actual product as well as directing)
• Experience and comfortable giving presentations to the Executive/CEO level

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years of relevant experience in design and/or product development
• Proven track record of success in delivering trend-driven, commercially successful designs
• Strong understanding of fabric and construction, particularly in boys’ woven and knit tops
• Deep knowledge of the children’s market and competitive landscape
• Ability to manage the entire product development process from concept to execution
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and presenting to senior executives

Skills

• Strong design and product development skills
• Commercial design eye and product development expertise
• Strategic thinking and ability to make decisions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule: 4 days in the office, 1 day remote
• New York Pay Rate: $90,000 - $130,000

Pay

$90,000 - $130,000

Schedule

Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days in the office, 1 day remote

Company Overview

Golden Touch is a family-owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer dedicated to delivering trend-focused products for nearly 50 years. We specialize in children’s, junior, missy, and women’s apparel, producing private label brands for major mass-market retailers worldwide.

Diversity Vision Statement

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all associates, customers, suppliers, and community members feel valued and respected. We strive to create an equal employment opportunity environment free from discrimination based on race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and any other protected characteristic.