Lead Fashion Designer

Job Role: Lead Designer - Drive exceptional product design and aesthetics aligned with business strategy. - Oversee the entire product development process, from concept and design to sampling. - Identify key profit drivers at the start of the season and collaborate with the team to ensure successful delivery. - Conceptualize and develop commercially viable kidswear collections to meet monthly targets. - Design cost-effective, production-friendly collections with a hands-on approach to brand development. - Develop mood boards, color boards, illustrations, graphics & tech packs. Desired Skills and Abilities: - Leadership - Proven leadership in design and product development, with a strong track record of owning and delivering projects efficiently. - Team Player - Provide clear direction, collaborate with teams, and coordinate with sourcing and buying to ensure accurate product translation at the sampling stage, while reviewing fits with the Tech team before production. - Design Sense - good understanding of fashion trends, concepts & principles of design. - Creativity - should be able to come up with innovative concepts & designs to stay ahead of competition. - Technical Skills - knowledge of technical specifications and functionality of apparel & non-apparel and characteristics of various fabrics & technique etc. - Software Knowledge- should be able to work seamlessly in Illustrator, Photoshop & PowerPoint. - Attention to Detail - should have focus on all areas no matter how small. - Time Management - should be able to submit work as per timelines. - Adaptability - should be open minded. Education & Experience Required: - 4-5 years of work experience - Graduate in Fashion design from any reputed fashion institute in India or abroad like NIFT etc - Energy, enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. - Have worked with known brand in Kids wear category.