Senior Designer [KID] at United Legwear Company LLC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

135000.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fashion Design, Garment Construction, Childrenswear, Fashion Trends, Tech Packs, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Creativity, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management, Market Research, Product Development

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

Who We Are Unity. Loyalty. Advancement. Charity. It’s what drives United Legwear & Apparel Co. to be the best global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of legwear, bodywear, apparel, and accessories. Founded in 1998 by Isaac E. Ash to make the very best legwear on the market, ULAC is an industry leader offering a full range of products for babies, kids, teens, and adults. We strive to sell our products at affordable prices for families. Hard work and exponential growth year on year has transformed ULAC into a global apparel and accessories company. Our goal to deliver superior products that ensure superior customer satisfaction is made possible by our team of dedicated professionals who work together to make the company the best in business. Our manufacturing, distribution, and logistics division produces the highest quality products at the best possible prices without cutting corners. Integrity of goods is key, so compliance and quality assurance are top priorities, along with meeting every delivery date—whether shipping across the state or around the world. We strive to foster an inclusive company culture that stands united to accomplish our mission. We are loyal to our people, supporting their development and ability to achieve excellence. We believe that when people bring their personal best to work each day, it leads to success, advancement, and upward mobility for all. We believe every individual has two hands: one to help themself, and one to help others. We pride ourselves in our value of charity and the commitments we make to help people in need. ULAC supports organizations that help those compromised by sickness, poverty, natural disasters, socioeconomic inequality, and other dire circumstances. If you share our vision of delivering superior products in a culture of growth, excellence, and caring, then we want to hear from you! For more information about United Legwear & Apparel Co., please visit: https://www.unitedlegwear.com [https://www.unitedlegwear.com/] About The Role The Senior Designer [KID-PUMA] is responsible for working with the VP of Design and/or Design Directors in the design, creation and delivery of the PUMA Kids' (boys) products that support strategic initiatives. The Senior Designer is a lead role amongst Designers and is responsible for working with the VP of Design and/or Design Directors in the design, creation and delivery of the line of designated brand right products that support strategic initiatives. This position will use exceptional design skills, knowledge of the current market and identifying trends to create innovative and commercially viable products from conception to production. The Senior Designer will also oversee the work of and provide guidance and feedback to Designer/Associate Designers to ensure the delivery of high-quality work. Key Responsibilities: (Including but not limited to) * Responsible for designing, sketching and developing ideas for multiple collections in designated brand/product area. * Research and identify emerging fashion trends and interpret those trends for each brand. * Generate, updated and recolor seasonal CADs for designated brand/product area. Make periodic updates to product line. * Produce detailed tech packs and follow through the entire development of product from initial line to final pre-production samples. * In-put Tech Packs & SMS comments into companywide PLM system. * Daily follow up with factories on tech pack creation/revision/review and submit approvals. * Develop and maintain relations with sales, buying and production teams to ensure item suits customer, market and price points. * Interact with sales team to discuss design ideas. * Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company needs and operations. Qualifications for Success: * Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, extensive knowledge of garment construction, and 8+ years of experience in Design, including but not limited to experience with childrenswear. * Knowledge of fashion trends and general trends in color, Tech Packs, fabric, and style. * High creativity and artistic abilities, an eye for color, texture, and pattern with keen attention to detail and ability to visualize in three dimensions. * Proficient computer skills to include Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator & Photoshop), Microsoft Office, Acrobat, and PLM systems * Excellent written and verbal skills as required for effective interpersonal and cross-functional communication * Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and workload seamlessly and follow up. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team under critical time frames. * Self-driven and experienced working in a fast-paced environment, and ability to apply good work habits to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the company/department. Employee Benefits At ULAC, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package for all New Jersey-based employees includes: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Access to quality health care coverage with a variety of plan options to fit your needs. * Fitness Reimbursement Reimbursement for eligible health and wellness programs to encourage a healthy lifestyle through our medical benefits plan. * Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% Employer Paid) Income protection to support you during unexpected health challenges, 100% company-paid. * Group-Term Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid) * Accidents can happen in an instant, affecting you and a loved one. Our Group-term Life Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance is designed to help families by providing financial protection in case of death or severe injury resulting from an accident. * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Confidential support services for mental health, work-life balance, and other personal matters. * 401(k) Retirement Plan Plan for your future with our competitive retirement savings plan, including employer matching of up to 4.5% * Pet Insurance Coverage options to help care for your furry family members. * Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave Competitive paid vacation and sick leave to support your work-life balance. * Bereavement Leave Paid time off to grieve and attend to personal matters following the loss of a loved one. * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Pre-tax savings accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. * Commuter Benefits Tax-advantaged options to help cover public transit and commuting costs. * Tuition Reimbursement Support for continued learning and development through approved educational programs. * Voluntary Life Insurance * Option to voluntary add additional financial protection in the event of an unfortunate loss. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands and working conditions of this position are representative of what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions of this position are typically performed in an office setting and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee may be occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and distance vision. General Acknowledgement & Employment At-Will: Employment in this position requires adherence to all policies and procedures set forth by United Legwear & Apparel Company. This position description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, is not a contract and is subject to change at any time, with or without notice, by the employer. Furthermore, all employees are employed at-will with United Legwear & Apparel Company and are employed for no definite period of time and employment may be terminated without cause or notice. Salary Range $90,000 - $135,000 Workplace Type: On-site *United Legwear & Apparel Company is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we do not currently sponsor visas. Also, please note that United Legwear & Apparel Company has partnered with USCIS and participates in their E-Verify program.

Responsibilities

The Senior Designer is responsible for designing and developing multiple collections for PUMA Kids' products, working closely with the VP of Design and Design Directors. This role includes overseeing Designers and Associate Designers to ensure high-quality work and adherence to strategic initiatives.