Company: | Express |
Job Category: | Creative/Design |
Location: | New York, NY |
Job Title: | Director, Women’s Design |
URL: | www.express.com |
JOB DESCRIPTION
Express is the preferred young, sexy, and sophisticated designer brand for work and casual wear among fashion-forward young women and men. We have more than 20,000 associates, operate more than 580 retail stores in the United States and generate $1.8 billion in sales annually. As a privately-held, freestanding business with offices in Columbus, Ohio and New York City, Express is one of the ten largest specialty retail brands in the country.
The Director – Denim & Casual Wovens, Women’s Design is a leadership position responsible for creating original concepts that encompass style, color and fabric as a result of identifying the direction of and interpreting fashion trends.
Essential tasks include:
• Responsibility for several product lines including Denim and Casual Wovens
• Overseeing a team of designers and all aspects of product development
• Managing product from raw materials to finish
• Managing relationships with cross-functional partners
• Influentially making seasonal presentations to cross-functional partners
• Leading, hiring, evaluating and developing Design team members within area
• Developing a Denim range from core to fashion
• Executing well-practiced global sourcing methods and will include overseas travel
• Responsibility for branding and garment marketing
Mandatory Knowledge, Skill & Abilities Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent experience
• 10-15 years of design experience with exposure to Denim and Casual Woven product lines
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Elevated taste level and fashion sense within the context of the brand
• Ability to identify and incorporate trends into clothing lines
• Ability to work independently and lead a team
• Strong computer skills
An equal opportunity employer, Express, LLC does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. Express, LLC only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.