Apparel Designer
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Apparel DesignerON-SITE - Charlotte, NC 28273
The Cato Corporation is seeking an Apparel Designer to join our Design team!
JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for creating on-trend designs that supplement the development of product consistent with the brand strategy set by The Cato Corporation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for the on-time development and execution of on trend, creative designs based on merchandising strategies.Requires the development of new ideas through competitive shopping, trend research and the guidance of the SVP of Fashion Design.Proactive in bringing design suggestions to the Design team and Design Director. Design product catering to specific areas of business as needed. Work with Merchants in conjunction with Fashion Merchandising/CAD, Technical Services and Sourcing teams.Research fabrics, trims and findings appropriate for season, concepts and cost.Create sketches and oversee design, samples, artwork, etc. throughout the design and development process, adhering to target customer and retail price guidelines.Insure all design packages are completed accurately, delivered timely and meet costing parameters.Required to adhere to timelines, uphold design integrity and high quality design execution throughout the entire development process.Communicate with appropriate partners throughout the product development process to ensure samples are progressing on track. Work with Technical Specialists on fit.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:2-4 yr college degree in Fashion Design.Minimum 5 yrs. Apparel Design ExperienceExperience in working with overseas suppliers.Experience in the use of fabrics and other materials and how they relate to design.Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Word and Outlook.Strong fashion and creative sense with a solid understanding of materials
The Cato Corporation offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental/Life Insurance package, 401(K) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Stock Purchase Plan and more!
The Cato Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
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