VP of Design - Baby
Fourth Floor · New York, New York, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Our client, an apparel company, is looking for a VP of Design for their baby team to join them in NYC!
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Responsibilities:Lead the overall design vision and product strategy for baby apparelPartner with Merchandising and cross-functional leadership to develop seasonal line plans aligned with business objectives, customer needs, and sales goals.Lead, mentor, and develop the design team, including CAD artists, designers, and print designers, while building out the department to support continued business growth.Drive trend forecasting, concept development, and creative direction to deliver innovative, elevated, and commercially successful product.Conduct domestic and international market research to identify emerging trends, competitive opportunities, pricing strategies, and gaps in the marketplace.Oversee fabric research and development, print direction, trim development, and gift-with-purchase (GWP) initiatives.Manage the end-to-end design and product approval process, ensuring execution aligns with creative vision, quality standards, timelines, and customer requirements.Lead buyer presentations and cultivate strong relationships with key retail partners, collaborating on product direction and assortment opportunities.Work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Sales, Production, Sourcing, and other departments to ensure alignment from concept through final product execution.Establish and execute a long-term design strategy that supports brand growth, strengthens product differentiation, and drives overall business performance.Qualifications:8+ years of experience in kids or baby design, with a background at the Senior Designer level or above; leadership experience at the Director or VP level strongly preferred.Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale a design team while establishing a clear creative vision and strong departmental processes.Extensive product knowledge of baby apparel, including fabrics, prints, trims, construction, and current market trends.Strong understanding of line building, merchandising strategy, competitive pricing, and product development within a retail-driven business.Demonstrated ability to identify market opportunities and translate consumer insights and trend research into commercially successful collections.Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with experience presenting to and collaborating directly with buyers.Strong strategic thinking, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. xzbcwsv A balance of creative vision and commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive product innovation and business growth.
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Responsibilities:Lead the overall design vision and product strategy for baby apparelPartner with Merchandising and cross-functional leadership to develop seasonal line plans aligned with business objectives, customer needs, and sales goals.Lead, mentor, and develop the design team, including CAD artists, designers, and print designers, while building out the department to support continued business growth.Drive trend forecasting, concept development, and creative direction to deliver innovative, elevated, and commercially successful product.Conduct domestic and international market research to identify emerging trends, competitive opportunities, pricing strategies, and gaps in the marketplace.Oversee fabric research and development, print direction, trim development, and gift-with-purchase (GWP) initiatives.Manage the end-to-end design and product approval process, ensuring execution aligns with creative vision, quality standards, timelines, and customer requirements.Lead buyer presentations and cultivate strong relationships with key retail partners, collaborating on product direction and assortment opportunities.Work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Sales, Production, Sourcing, and other departments to ensure alignment from concept through final product execution.Establish and execute a long-term design strategy that supports brand growth, strengthens product differentiation, and drives overall business performance.Qualifications:8+ years of experience in kids or baby design, with a background at the Senior Designer level or above; leadership experience at the Director or VP level strongly preferred.Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale a design team while establishing a clear creative vision and strong departmental processes.Extensive product knowledge of baby apparel, including fabrics, prints, trims, construction, and current market trends.Strong understanding of line building, merchandising strategy, competitive pricing, and product development within a retail-driven business.Demonstrated ability to identify market opportunities and translate consumer insights and trend research into commercially successful collections.Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with experience presenting to and collaborating directly with buyers.Strong strategic thinking, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. xzbcwsv A balance of creative vision and commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive product innovation and business growth.
Details
| Company | Fourth Floor |
| Location | New York, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | hr |
| Experience | permanent |