Senior Designer

Overview of Company

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 42 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist®, and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Actively participates in the conceptual development of product lines (i.e., sells ideas/concepts and convinces others to adopt a course of action) for Men’s Cut & Sew Knitwear and Sweaters. 
• Responsible for the entire product design process to include market research, inspiration boards, jacquard and print development, sketching in 2D and 3D, presentations, fittings, and tech pack hand offs. 
• Ensures that the product is consistent with market trends, business strategy, whilst maintaining the brand’s DNA. 
• Research competitors frequently through in-store visits, presents findings and analysis to teams
• Ability to update best sellers and to invent next best seller product
• Ability to structure and design high perceived value products which meet price requirements and tells a compelling merchandising story. 
• Attends design meetings, leads presentations, and works with cross functional partners. 
• Responsible for communicating design details through accurate, detailed flat sketches. 
• Creates fabric, pattern, and body CADs, updates and modifies throughout the season.
• Responsible for the design and development of new fabric innovation in both Cut & Sew Knits & Sweaters. 
• Actively participates in all fittings, completing follow-up tasks like sketch updates, fabric layouts, and logo placements. 
• Attends all WIP (work in progress) meetings to keep abreast of calendar milestones and actionable projects. 
• Maintains complete tech packs in partnership with the Product Development team. 
• Responsible for approving all lab-dips, knit-downs, strike offs for development, as well as pre-production approvals for bulk. 
• Occasional travel will be required domestically and internationally. 

 SKILLS: 

• High level of creativity with a passion for design 
• Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Ability to learn new computer technology including 3-D design and NEDGraphics
• Knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, yarn, and stitch. 
• Strong taste level with experience designing for full price and off-price markets. 
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills. 
• Ability to present in front of a diverse audience of cross-functional partners. 
• Managerial experience 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor degree (B.A) from a college or university, major in Design
• 7+ years of design experience preferable in Men’s Sweaters and Cut & Sew Knitwear

Salary offered will be commensurate with experience. For this New York based position, the expected base salary is $95,000 - $120,000. 

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Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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