What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Demin Designer position at Forever 21?
Overview
Forever 21 has been a leader in the global fast fashion market since its humble beginnings in Downtown LA. Today we operate 350 stores across the USA and a robust e-commerce platform. Forever 21 is a powerhouse. Our mission is to inspire individual self-expression through amazing fashion and our DNA is rooted in Inclusivity, Customer-Centricity, and Accessibility.
With a renewed focus on the customer experience, we offer high-style designs and fashion basics with compelling values and a dynamic store environment. Whether we’re collaborating with your favorite brands, and influencers or setting trends - we are always striving to make Forever 21 your go-to fashion destination to shop, work, and play!
Join us – tomorrow is yours to define… Forever!
The Senior Demin Designer will be responsible for creating product designs that are both cost-effective and innovative.
Responsibilities
Sets overall direction in Trend and Innovation for Women’s Denim
Fully responsible for all aspects of entire product design process to include market research, designing, sketching, wash range, specing and fit.
Responsible for managing and providing creative direction to design team
Needs to have strong relationship with cross functional teams to help create the line. Working hand and hand with PD and Merch partners to ensure seasonal line creation is smooth.
Fully responsible for ensuring that product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy; interprets international/domestic concepts and fashion trends as it relates to market demands, company image and business strategy.
Oversee selection of fabric and trim.
Research global markets to identify new seasonal trends, silhouettes, fabrics, techniques, product categories and competitive inspiration
Provides overall recommendations, sets tone regarding style, and fit of product(s) during presentation.
Ensures consistency of look between differing businesses (e.g., Woven bottoms and Woven tops).
Develop strong internal cross functional relationships with Merchandising, Production, and technical design to ensure product concept to store and site execution is a seamless customer experience.
Possess an elevated sense of style, aesthetic, and color and understand how to translate trends through the lens of the customer and brand filter
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment, with the ability to juggle multiple seasons at one time and track development deadlines
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Denim fabrics and wash capabilities
- Current on technology trend within the Denim landscape
- 7-10 years of design experience
- Minimum 4 years of management experience
- Extensive Technical Performance knowledge
- Excellent leadership/management skills
- Ability to set overall creative tone and lead creative design process
- Excellent sense of style and color
- Proven excellent presentation skills
- Ability to deal with managerial issues
- AA in Fashion Design or Equivalent
- In-depth knowledge of Denim techniques and processes
Why we think you’ll love it here…
At Forever 21, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package which you can find at https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights, you will unlock competitive Paid Time Off for personal, sick, and vacation time each year, enjoy most national holidays (paid), enjoy a flexible work schedule with our current hybrid policy for most corporate roles, free onsite parking and gym access in DTLA as well as eligibility to participate in our annual bonus incentive program to name a few.
We actively encourage our current and future employees to:
Unleash your style - where your self-expression and creativity inspire others. Employees can take advantage of our relaxed corporate dress code showing up in a way that makes them feel comfortable, stylish, and unique!
Embrace your individuality – we value the diverse perspectives, talents, and backgrounds that make each person one-of-a-kind. We celebrate what makes you exceptional!
Own your Journey- Where personal & professional growth goes hand in hand. Embrace your journey, learn, adapt, and make a lasting impact. At Forever 21, you will have the opportunity to grow your retail career from stores to corporate and across our portfolio of brands under our parent, Sparc Group LLC!
ADDITIONAL DATA:
The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $108,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Forever 21, and its affiliated brands, offers a benefits package, including 401(k) plan, overtime pay, flexible work schedule and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found at https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights.
SPARC Group LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals in the job application and interview process.
Employees are expected to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and applicable state disability laws, it is the policy of SPARC to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.
Salary : $85,000 - $108,000
