Design Manager / Director

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A womenswear brand is seeking a Design Manager / Director to lead the creative vision for upcoming collections. This role will drive design direction, oversee a global design team, and collaborate with high-profile partners to deliver capsule collections that combine storytelling, style, and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction for seasonal and capsule collections, ensuring alignment with brand vision and collaborator stories.

• Develop and communicate clear design guidelines, including mood boards, sketches, and garment specifications (eveningwear, daywear, tops).

• Research market trends, fabrics, and silhouettes to inform innovative and commercially viable designs.

• Recruit, onboard, and manage a global network of designers, providing feedback and creative direction.

• Partner with influencers, celebrities, and other collaborators to create unique capsule collections.

• Oversee the full design lifecycle from concept to sampling to final production.

• Manage quality control processes to ensure consistency, fit, and finish standards are met.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, production, and partnerships) to align design strategy with campaign execution.

• Establish and document streamlined design processes, timelines, and workflows for efficient collection launches.

• Maintain relationships with suppliers, factories, and fabric vendors; bring in new contacts where appropriate.

Requirements

• 5+ years of fashion design experience, including leadership roles with a major designer or luxury brand.

• Strong skills in trend forecasting, fabric sourcing, and apparel construction.

• Experience collaborating with influencers, celebrities, or brand ambassadors.

• Ability to lead and inspire creative teams, both in-house and freelance, across multiple time zones.

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to balance multiple deadlines.

• Proficiency with design tools and platforms 

• Flexible, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.