design associate handbags

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Steve Madden Full time
Job Description

General Summary:
This position assists the Designer and Design Director in the day-to day operations of the design department.

Major Responsibilities:
Create swatch books for all fabrics, trim, used in design.
Maintain an up-to-date picture record of all samples and also an up-to-date file of all names and style numbers.
Check in all orders received and handle all shipping.
Keep all sample rooms organized.
Track all sample orders, and ad samples.
Collaborate in sketching and detailing.
Assists in trend forecasting.
Assisting in CAD color up
Collaborate in designing the product line.
Create line sheets.
Preparation of correspondences, spreadsheets, and forms
Communicate with vendors.
Assists in the confirmation process.
Assists in brand direction and trend forecasting.
Domestic and International travel
Special projects as needed.
Other duties as required.

Specific Job Skills:
Ability to perform complex verbal and written communications face-to-face and in group settings.
Majority of decisions are made utilizing established policies and procedures, and concern self and/or work responsibilities only.
Work responsibilities occasionally concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion.
Job duties are somewhat varied, occasionally requiring conceptualizing, planning and implementing.
Assertive self-starter with strong decision-making ability.
Ability to work in a multi-task, high pressure environment.
Ability to travel as required.
Highly organized, detail-oriented and time management skills essential
Strong follow-up and completion skills
Personable and excellent customer service skills are essential.
Under limited supervision, anticipates and solves problems for self and other lower-level employees.
Provides basic work direction and support to small groups of usually skilled and semi-skilled employees.

Education, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations and/or Experience:
College degree in Arts/Fashion preferred.
Ability to sketch and CAD
2-4 years' experience in the field
Creative background a plus
Proficiency Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Salary Range:
The pay range of this position is $65k - $75k. Actual salary will be determined based off candidate's skill sets, years of experience, and other job-related factors. This range does not include benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, 401K, and additional company benefits.

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