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Design Manager Jobs in Manhattan, NY at Enchanté Accessories
Design Manager
Position Type: Full-Time / Onsite
Salary Range: 90-110K DOE
Industry: DreamGro (Children’s Wear Division)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
DreamGro brings imagination, craftsmanship, and playfulness to children’s wear and giftable soft goods. Our children’s wear division is looking for a Design Manager with a creative vision who thrives in a trendy, creative environment and brings ideas to life as tangible retail products. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Design & Development
- Design silhouettes and colored CADs aligned with seasonal direction.
- Develop and review tech packs for accuracy and production readiness.
- Collaborate with the Creative Director to implement the line plan and color stories.
- Facilitate color selection, art sizing, and concept coordination.
Project & Department Management
- Manage line plan implementation, track milestones, and assign designer projects.
- Oversee team workflow, Trello organization, and departmental structure.
- Handle special projects and urgent design needs.
- Serve as the Creative Director’s right hand — ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Liaise between design, packaging, and production teams.
- Track approvals from Spec Tech and Production Coordinator.
- Ensure compliance with international labeling and translation standards.
- Oversee retailer compliance (safety, labeling, packaging).
- Coordinate samples, fabrics, and materials for overseas sourcing.
Team & Presentation
- Prepare line and buyer presentations with the design team.
- Support the Creative Director in visual meetings and reviews.
COMPETENCIES
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
- Advanced experience in garment construction, fabrics, trims, and color theory.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal ability — able to get along with all personalities.
- Excels in a fast-paced environment.
- A balance of creative flair and operational discipline.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent, or 5+ years of experience in children’s wear design or related category
Title: Design Manager
Company: Enchanté Accessories
Location: Manhattan, NY
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