Associate Designer, Parker Dresses

Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women’s fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment.

Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women’s empowerment through fashion.

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Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Designer with the design process from initial inspiration to final prototype
• Responsible for market trend research, hand sketching, computer flat sketching, garment specifications, fit, and ensuring that product is designed to meet target customer's fit criteria based on direction from their manager.
• Work with in-house drapers and pattern makers daily on new development and production garments
• Create mood boards, analyze collections, perform competitive analysis, design concepts, presentation boards for meetings, mock-ups, color-ups, inspirational photos
• Identify and design key items with a strong brand identity
• Execute development of initial seasonal design concept in context of larger assortment and cost structure
• Create and execute the vision of the Senior Designer, ensuring that the product is consistent with market trends, while defining the brands’ identity and overall business strategy.
• Oversee the creation of tech packs for overseas garment development
• Provide suggestions for color ways, fabric, and trim direction
• Work in Centric PLM to create new styles, designs, BOMs
• Approve trim and strike-offs for quality and color matching
• Assist Sr. Designer at fittings when needed.

Requirements

• 3+ years of design experience, preferably in dresses!
• Previous experience working with PLM mandatory
• Possess working knowledge of garment construction
• Proficient in sketching flats with Adobe Illustrator
• Solid understanding of Adobe Photoshop
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Self-starter and proactive worker
• Enthusiastic and team-oriented

The annual salary range for this full-time role depends on experience between $70,000 - $80,000.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Program
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Holiday Schedule
• Commuter Benefits
• Training & Development
• Growth Opportunities!

BCI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law.