Womenswear Designer - Branded and Licensed Apparel Job at Li & Fung Limited, New York, NY

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  • Li & Fung Limited
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking new and exciting career opportunities? Here is what you need to know about the job: We are seeking a talented and experienced Womenswear Designer with a proven background in branded and licensed apparel, as well as women's sportswear, sweaters, and outerwear. A strong understanding of the off-price retail market is essential. In this role, you will create trend-driven collections that align with brand objectives and address the specific needs of off-price retailers. The ideal candidate will bring a creative mindset, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of designing across multiple product categories for this specialized market. Key Responsibilities Trend Research & Design Conduct thorough market research to identify key trends, fabrics, and silhouettes that appeal to off-price retailers. Develop seasonal concepts and collections aligned with licensing and branded apparel strategies. Design compelling womenswear pieces across sportswear, sweaters, and outerwear, ensuring a balance of trend and commercial viability. Create detailed sketches, CADs, and technical packages for production. Licensing Collaboration Work closely with licensing partners to ensure compliance with brand guidelines while delivering fresh, innovative designs. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align on product development and marketing strategies. Product Development & Execution Oversee the end-to-end design process, from concept development through final approvals, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards. Partner with technical design and production teams to refine fit, construction, and fabrication for womenswear pieces across sportswear, sweaters, and outerwear. Retailer Engagement Develop and present design concepts tailored to off-price retailers, ensuring alignment with market demands and retailer requirements. Incorporate retailer feedback while maintaining brand integrity. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with sales, merchandising, and marketing teams to develop cohesive collections that support business objectives. Monitor the performance of designs in the off-price market, leveraging data and feedback to refine future collections. Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field. 5+ years of womenswear design experience, with a focus on licensing, branded apparel, and off-price retail. Experience designing women's sportswear, sweaters, and outerwear. Strong trend forecasting and market analysis skills with the ability to create commercially successful collections. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and other design tools. Deep understanding of fabrics, trims, and garment construction across multiple categories. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Creative, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative, with strong communication and presentation skills. Compensation/Benefits: The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $95,000.00 - $110,000.00, which can vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience. Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and company holidays. Important Notice: Fraudulent Communications: It has come to our attention that there are people posing as representatives of Li & Fung. These imposters may offer false opportunities including fake employment offers and other fraudulent opportunities by email or other means of communication. Please beware of such fraudulent communications. If you are in doubt as to the legitimacy of any communications purportedly from Li & Fung, please verify with us by contacting LFHR@lifung.com. #lftrading #lifung If this sounds like you, Apply Now! As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. Li & Fung Limited

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