What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer position at Intradeco Apparel?
About Intradeco Apparel
Founded in 1982, and with deep roots in the textile industry since 1921, Intradeco has grown into a global vertical manufacturing company, supplying quality casual clothing and thermal underwear to major retailers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. At Intradeco, we provide a holistic approach to apparel manufacturing, encompassing all stages from ideation phase to final product distribution. Our vertical integration, combined with our lean manufacturing capability, allows us to respond quickly to market demands, handle direct-to-store and replenishment programs, and offer unique flexibility to our customers.
Our Team
We are dedicated to our mission and passionate about collaboration, moving quickly, and breaking down barriers, leveraging technology, eliminating bureaucracy, and constantly striving to evolve. Our cultural foundation is built on trust, teamwork, quality, sustainability, and integrity.
This is a full-time, on-site hybrid position in New York City. Salary Range: $75,887 to $90,663 annual.
Who we are looking for:
The Designer works to research, design, develop, and present products for Men’s & Boys Activewear and Baselayer (private label & licensed brands) based on market research and customer expectations. Partner with supporting Design/Merchandising/PD teams for development utilizing our vertical supply chain and global sourcing capabilities.
Who You Are:
- BFA in Art or Fashion Design or related field. Graphic Design is a plus.
- 4 years of proven experience.
- Knowledge of apparel design and fabrics, product development.
- Experience working with Walmart.
- Excellent Illustrator skills, and proficient in Photoshop.
- Working knowledge of patternmaking and technical design.
- Working knowledge of screen printing, techniques and sublimation.
- Knowledge of textile development & 3D design a plus.
- Team player and problem solver.
- Proactive self-starter.
- Entrepreneurial approach.
- Critical thinking and analysis.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to translate market trends into customer-focused designs and present them to the customer.
- Quickly learn and adapt to new programs and processes.
What You Will Do:
- DESIGN INNOVATION: Research trends and consistently analyze the market for newness. Drive seasonal presentations utilizing digital look books, proto samples, fabric selections, and market silhouette representation—ensuring all components are complete and accurate. Collaborate with sales/merchandising and PD teams for overall strategy and agenda, adapting changes throughout.
- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT: Sketch and maintain technical one-pagers for tech packs. Utilize 3D programs for colorway assortments and line sheets. Provide fabric direction for mill development and trend research. Manage sample development with cross functional teams, and ensure samples meet deadlines and expectations. Work with cross-functional teams to problem-solve issues as they arise for timeliness and cost effectiveness.
- COLLABORATE: Partner with Sr. Graphics Manager for artwork needs. Responsible for follow up on design related items and communicating needs to cross functional teams. Support technical team with updates to the tech pack. Work with Sales teams to ensure line sheets are up to date and communicate changes that could affect cost or delivery. Collaborate with total design/merch team for synergies and efficiencies.
- ORGANIZATION/COMMUNICATION: Must have entrepreneurial working style, with confidence to own decision making and communication with internal and external teams. Manage adherence to calendar and problem solve to make deadlines. Maintain clear and consistent communication with retailer partners. Drive process improvements in product development allowing for more effective and cost-efficient programs.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay – We believe in rewarding success and showing our employees just how much they’re valued in a variety of different ways, including compensation.
- Health and Wellness – There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and t play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
- Time away from work – Sometimes we need time away to be with family, enjoy our hobbies, focus on our health or just simply recharge. We are committed to helping out employees create a work-life harmony!
- Growth and Development – We are constantly seeking to offer opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
- Financial planning and wellbeing – No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. We offer access to benefits, programs and education to help our employees to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future. Including a generous 401(k) match!
- Extras, discounts, and perks – Generous discounts to our company and related companies, is just one of the cool extras we offer!
- Equal Opportunity Employment
Salary : $75,887 - $90,663