Job Description

Domnic Lewis has been mandated to hire a Senior Fashion Apparel Designer for Pune location As the individual tasked with these key responsibilities, you would play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction and success of the brand's apparel collections. Let's break down how you might approach each area: Creative Direction: Lead the conceptualization of seasonal collections, ensuring they align with the brand's design ethos while incorporating new trends and innovations. Drive the development process from mood boards and sketches to final product prototypes, maintaining a cohesive and compelling creative vision. Product Development: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring that designs resonate with customer preferences and market trends. Collaborate closely with design, production, and marketing teams to bring concepts to fruition while staying true to the brand identity. Merchandising: Develop and execute a merchandising strategy that optimizes assortment planning, inventory management, and pricing to drive sales and profitability. Analyze sales data and customer feedback to refine merchandising tactics and maximize ROI. Supply Chain Management: Manage sourcing, production planning, and logistics to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency. Build strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers to maintain quality standards and negotiate favorable terms. Retail Operations: Drive retail strategy to enhance brand presence and drive sales through effective store operations and visual merchandising. Implement customer experience initiatives to foster brand loyalty and engagement. Trend Forecasting: Stay abreast of emerging fashion trends, consumer preferences, and industry developments. Conduct thorough trend research and analysis to inform design decisions and keep collections relevant and competitive. Brand Representation: Act as a brand ambassador, embodying the brand's values and design aesthetic in all interactions. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop impactful marketing collateral and promotional materials. Quality Control: Maintain high standards of quality and craftsmanship throughout the design process. Conduct regular quality assessments and inspections to ensure finished products meet and exceed customer expectations. Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership and direction to the fashion team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Mentor and develop team members to reach their full potential. Budget Management: Develop and manage budgets for fashion-related projects, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets. Monitor expenses and adjust plans as needed to stay within budget constraints.