Golden Touch · 1 month ago
Designer – Handbags + SLG
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $90K/yr
4+ years expGolden Touch is a family-owned wholesale apparel manufacturer seeking a talented Handbag Designer to develop commercially successful handbag and accessories collections. The role involves leading the design process, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring alignment with market trends and brand direction.
FashionManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Lead and support the design of seasonal handbag collections, ensuring alignment with brand direction and market trends
Create and present mood boards, trend direction, color palettes, and material stories to internal and external stakeholders
Develop detailed CADs, hand sketches, and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator to communicate with manufacturing partners
Collaborate with Product Development and Merchandising teams to ensure brand consistency and product execution
Attend and contribute to internal design reviews and cross-functional development meetings
Source and select raw materials, hardware, and trims, maintaining a well-organized material and trim library
Liaise with overseas partners, including factories and sourcing teams, to monitor the progress of sample development and ensure execution aligns with design intent
Maintain accurate technical specifications and design documentation using PLM or similar systems
Demonstrate a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented approach to managing multiple projects and seasonal timelines
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 4 years of experience in handbag or leather goods design
Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; working knowledge of Excel and PLM expected
Solid understanding of handbag construction, materials, and manufacturing techniques
Demonstrated ability to interpret consumer insights and trend direction into commercially viable product
Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to clearly articulate design concepts across teams
Able to collaborate professionally with global cross-functional partners, including development and sourcing
Self-motivated and capable of working under minimal supervision, while meeting deadlines and adapting to shifting priorities
Passion for handbags and the accessories industry, with a strong design perspective and market awareness
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accessories Design, Fashion Design, or related field preferred
Company
Golden Touch
Golden Touch is a manufacturer and retailer of clothing products.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Bang
CFO
Daryl Henley, DDS
Partner
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