This is a new company that has been in business for less than 10 years and is already at $25MM ++ in sales. They sell a wide variety of soft home Textiles to a customer base that includes: Costco, Off Price, Wal-Mart and a host of others. They own their own factories overseas which gives them a vertical advantage over their competitors. They also offer 3PL with locations in the US and CAN. They have full benefits. They do have showroom/offices in Midtown.
Overview
- Based in midtown Manhattan office
- Actively research and identify textiles trends through comp shopping, trend magazines, and shopping open and domestic markets
- Develop content with the ability to present to retail customers
- Effectively communicate with all levels of the company including Sales, Design, Product Development, and Sourcing
- Create detailed Tech Packs for Production of all new developments
- Builds product from ground up and follows it through the complete life cycle
- Conceptualizes, directs and executes complete showroom resets twice yearly
- Overseas and domestic travel is required
Qualifications
- Strong soft Window/Drapery background
- Knowledge in textile CAD design
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Expert color sense
- Knowledge of Fabric Weaving, Printing, Production Techniques and Spec details
- Must be able to give direction, interpret ideas/concepts, and delegate to overseas design team
- Ability to interpret sample designs and develop into custom designs
- Experienced with branding and packaging
- Reliable team player, self-motivated starter, and effective problem solver
- Must possess strong leadership skills with ability to delegate
- High priority will be placed on organization and attention to detail
All Candidates must be able to provide work related references.