We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Denim Design Director to join our dynamic team at Mamiye Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fashion design, specifically within the denim sector and will bring a creative vision that aligns with our brand ethos. This role requires a leader who can drive innovation, oversee the entire design process, and collaborate effictively with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive brand storytelling and high-quality product development.
Job Description:
- Lead the end-to-end design process, overseeing denim, non-denim and jacket programs form concept development and trend research to sketching, fabric selection, sample development, and production fit.
- Define and drive the overall creation and innovation for the brand, ensuring alignment with brand ethos, target audience and market trends.
- Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to create seasonal mood boards, establish fabric direction, silhouettes, color, and wash palettes.
- Oversee the creation of cohesive collections reflecting the brand's aesthetic and meeting market demands while staying with target price goals.
- Translate insights into actionable design strategies to keep the brand ahead of the curve.
- Maintain and update denim wash archives, ensuring a deep understanding of denim washes, construction, fabrications, and treatments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, merchandising, production, and sales to ensure alignment and cohesive brand storytelling.
- Maintain high standards of quality and craftsmanship across all product categories.
- Include link or attachment for your portfolio with your application submission
Qualifications:
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience in fashion design, with a focus on women's denim.
- Proven track record of success in a design leadership role, with experience leading design teams and developing commercially successful sales.
- Strong creative vision and ability to translate trends into innovative design concepts.
- Excellent sketching and illustration skills, proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and other design software.
- Deep understanding of garment construction, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask effectively and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Photoshop, knowledge of illustrator, Excel and Simparel is a plus.