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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading design teams and developing innovative seasonal collections while ensuring alignment with brand vision and market trends. Proficient in technical design, product development, and collaboration across multiple functions to deliver commercially viable apparel.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Or Master's Degree In Fashion Design8+ Years Of Experience In Commercial Apparel DesignExpertise In Graphics, Prints, And Artwork DevelopmentProficiency In Adobe Illustrator And PhotoshopStrong Understanding Of Product Development And Garment Construction
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Hard Skills
Seasonal Collection DevelopmentTechnical Design SkillsFabric SourcingGarment ConstructionProduct SpecificationsFit And Quality AssessmentMarket ResearchTrend AnalysisAI Integration In DesignTechnical Packs Creation
Soft Skills
LeadershipTeam DevelopmentCommunication SkillsCreative VisionProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
PLS SoftwareAdobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop
Industry Keywords
DenimCasual-WearBrand PositioningConsumer InsightsMarket AwarenessProduct AppealCollection PerformanceStakeholder RelationshipsFashion DesignTrade Fairs
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report to the KARL LAGERFELD Design Director
- Lead the KARL LAGERFELD JEANS design team of three designers across Men’s, Women’s and Denim
- Lead and coordinate seasonal collection development aligned with creative vision and strategic objectives
- Research trends, consumer insights, market developments and product opportunities
- Develop mood boards, colour palettes, concept presentations and product stories
- Translate concepts and insights into innovative, commercially viable collections
- Oversee Men’s, Women’s and Denim collections while maintaining a consistent brand vision
- Drive innovation across fits, silhouettes, fabrics, washes, finishes, colours, trims and detailing
- Integrate AI-powered tools into the design process
- Lead graphics, prints, artwork, logos and branding applications with Graphic Designers
- Manage, guide, inspire and develop the design team
- Allocate responsibilities, monitor progress and ensure timely delivery
- Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, Product Development and Technical Design teams
- Present seasonal concepts, design proposals and collection developments to stakeholders
- Maintain relationships with internal teams, suppliers and external partners
- Create design proposals, sketches, AI renders, technical drawings, colourways and product specifications
- Create and oversee production-ready technical packs
- Collaborate with Product Development and suppliers through sampling and production
- Participate in sample reviews and fittings and drive adjustments for fit, construction, appearance and quality
- Ensure designs meet target costs, quality standards, production feasibility and seasonal timelines
- Monitor collection calendars and address delays or challenges
- Research trends, consumer behaviour, competitors, materials, colours, washes and market opportunities
- Visit suppliers, manufacturers, trade fairs and industry events
- Review market feedback and product performance to identify future collection opportunities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fashion Design or a related discipline
- At least 8 years of experience in commercial apparel design, ideally including denim and casual-wear
- Proven experience developing and delivering seasonal collections
- Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating designers and managing multiple product categories
- Strong understanding of product development, fit, fabric sourcing, trims and garment construction
- Expertise in graphics, prints, artwork development and branding applications
- Excellent technical design skills, including technical sketches, detailed product specifications and production-ready technical packs
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Experience with PLS or other relevant fashion design and product development software
- Strong understanding of fabric and material selection, garment construction, fit, quality, costing and production feasibility
- Willingness and ability to travel to manufacturers, suppliers, trade fairs and relevant industry destinations
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Strong creative vision and distinctive product taste
- Excellent fashion and market awareness
- Understanding of brand positioning, target consumers and consistent brand experience
- Commercial understanding of product appeal, target pricing, margins and collection performance
- Ability to motivate, guide and develop a design team
- Ability to collaborate across functions and build stakeholder relationships
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and development processes simultaneously
- Initiative, problem-solving and ownership
- Passion for the KARL LAGERFELD JEANS brand
- Results orientation
Benefits
Comp & perks- Learning and development courses/training
- Opportunity to make an impact
- Remote working arrangements
- Relocation allowance
- Bonus holidays
- Working in the heart of Amsterdam
- Brand discounts
- Exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL
- Inclusive and caring team environment