Apparel Design Manager

3 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Little Sleepies Full time
About Us

Little Sleepies is a rapidly growing e-commerce company that specializes in creating high-quality, comfortable clothing for the whole family. Our proprietary LunaluxeTM and SoluxeTM bamboo fabrics are custom-milled for maximum softness and coziness. We're driven by creativity, passion, and a desire to bring joy and comfort to families around the world.

The Role

We're seeking a talented Design Manager to join our team and lead the creative process for our Play Apparel line. As a key member of our design team, you'll be responsible for transforming innovative ideas into compelling fashion collections that resonate with children and parents alike. Your expertise will guide the design and product development process from concept to pre-production, ensuring our designs meet the highest standards of quality and functionality.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design emotive and functional Play collections that surprise and delight our customers.
  • Stay up-to-date with market trends and prepare seasonal concept presentations, owning silhouette and fabric research and collaborating with the VP of Design and Textile team on concept, print, and color direction.
  • Drive product innovation, working with the PD team on trim and fabric sourcing.
  • Lead total assortment development for Non-License Play product, delivering on seasonal product strategies and product excellence.
  • Sketch all technical CADs for our Play line and partner closely with the Technical Design team on garment details and fit to ensure sampling meets design intent.
  • Maintain accurate product linesheets across all required platforms (Miro, Adobe Illustrator, PDM) to meet cross-functional needs.
  • Responsible for the creation and accuracy of BOMs for all Play products in our PDM system.
  • Work closely with the PD and Textile teams on feedback and approvals in product development, communicating daily on samples, strike-offs, lab dips, and art croppings.
  • Attend weekly fit sessions and provide feedback on quality and fit execution to TD partners.
  • Support various GTM workflows, including product education for eComm/Customer facing teams and collection outfitting/styling for Photography.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams from Merchandising, Technical Design, PD, and Production to ensure Play products meet business objectives and production calendar deadlines.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Apparel Design or similar discipline.
  • 7+ years of experience in Apparel Design, with at least 2+ years Children's Apparel experience required.
  • Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Strong technical skills with an impeccable eye for trends aligned to the brand.
  • Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop), Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Superior knowledge of fabrication, silhouettes, colorways, construction techniques, and trim.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Detail-oriented and solutions-focused.
  • A no-task-is-too-small attitude willing to jump in as needed to support the team with day-to-day creative.
  • Able to come into our HQ in Los Angeles, CA on a weekly hybrid schedule a minimum of 3 days a week.
What We Offer
  • The opportunity to work cross-functionally with a fast-growing team, creating smile-sparking products that turn everyday moments into magical memories.
  • A supportive environment that fosters and encourages new ideas and innovation.
  • The chance to stock your drawers with Little Sleepies Free pajamas & Play product when you join (and every year on your work anniversary) and a generous employee discount all year long to keep you cozy.
Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off, vacation.
  • Sick days.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k).
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Home office stipend.
  • Internet stipend.
  • Company discount.
  • Team building activities.
  • Company-issued computer.

Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The anticipated base salary range for the position in Los Angeles is $90,000-$115,000.

Little Sleepies is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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