Senior Fashion Designer

Senior Fashion Designer

Location: Hyderabad

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Design & Product Development

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and visionary Senior Fashion Designer to lead the design and development of innovative apparel collections. The ideal candidate combines strong creative instincts with technical expertise and a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and product development. This role will drive the design process from concept to production while mentoring junior designers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and development of seasonal apparel collections aligned with brand strategy.
• Research fashion trends, consumer insights, and competitive products to identify new opportunities.
• Develop mood boards, color palettes, sketches, technical drawings, and design specifications.
• Select fabrics, trims, prints, and embellishments appropriate for product categories.
• Create and maintain detailed tech packs for product development and production teams.
• Collaborate with merchandising, sourcing, marketing, and production partners throughout the product lifecycle.
• Oversee sample development, fittings, and design revisions to ensure quality and fit standards.
• Manage multiple projects and seasonal calendars to meet deadlines.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering creativity and professional growth.
• Present design concepts and collection strategies to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure all designs meet quality, cost, and commercial objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field.
• 7+ years of fashion design experience, including experience leading design projects.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and commercially successful collections.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other industry design software.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, textiles, and fit.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with domestic and international suppliers.
• Knowledge of sustainable design and sourcing practices.
• Experience with PLM systems and 3D design software (CLO3D, Browzwear, etc.).
• Prior experience managing or mentoring design teams.

Skills

• Creative Design & Trend Forecasting
• Technical Design & Product Development
• Leadership & Team Mentoring
• Textile & Fabric Knowledge
• Collection Planning
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Presentation & Communication Skills