Aimé Leon Dore · 21 hours ago
Designer - Handbags & Leather Goods
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expAimé Leon Dore is looking for a Handbag & Leather Goods Designer to join their team in New York, New York. This position will work on the overall handbag design process, supporting the team from concept research through production handoff.
Apparel & Fashion
Responsibilities
Responsible for Handbag and SLG design and development; from concept presentation at the beginning of the season through bulk production handoff
Will work closely with Design Leadership to develop styles that enhance brand identity, offering new products to our current customers, and expanding to new markets
Create and maintain all tech packs including sketches, boms, and technical specs
Responsible for calendar management through this process, highlighting close follow up with vendors
Maintain strong relationships with vendors to secure open communication and adherence to deadlines both locally and overseas
Focus heavily on designing each style with authenticity and superior quality
Partner with Production on vendor allocation, pre-costing, and additional costing options for bulk when needed
Develop a continuous flow of new concepts and materials in the leather goods space, sharing with the wider design team to utilize the newest innovations
Expand our non-leather bag options to offer a robust hierarchy of price points
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Industrial Design and/or equivalent work experience
5+ years of handbag and small leather goods design experience
Technical knowledge of leather and handbag construction from concept through bulk production
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Suite; 3D and / or AI programs are a plus
Experience with various skins and fabric appropriate for handbags and SLGs
Ability to thrive in a high-volume, rapidly changing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Must be organized and illustrate a keen attention to detail
Commitment to brand identity and a focus on business growth
Company
Aimé Leon Dore
Created in 2014, Aimé Leon Dore is a lifestyle, sport and ready-to-wear brand based out of Queens, New York.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Giacomo Di Mattia
Chief Financial Officer
Anthony C.
Chief Operating Officer
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