Designer - Handbags & Leather Goods

<p>Aimé Leon Dore is looking for a Handbag &amp; Leather Goods Designer to join our team in New York, New York, reporting directly to the Design Director of Footwear, Bags &amp; Leather Goods<strong>.</strong> This position will work on the overall handbag design process, supporting the team from concept research through production handoff.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for Handbag and SLG design and development; from concept presentation at the beginning of the season through bulk production handoff.</li> <li>Will work closely with Design Leadership to develop styles that enhance brand identity, offering new products to our current customers, and expanding to new markets.</li> <li>Create and maintain all tech packs including sketches, boms, and technical specs.</li> <li>Responsible for calendar management through this process, highlighting close follow up with vendors.</li> <li>Maintain strong relationships with vendors to secure open communication and adherence to deadlines both locally and overseas.</li> <li>Focus heavily on designing each style with authenticity and superior quality.</li> <li>Partner with Production on vendor allocation, pre-costing, and additional costing options for bulk when needed.</li> <li>Develop a continuous flow of new concepts and materials in the leather goods space, sharing with the wider design team to utilize the newest innovations.</li> <li>Expand our non-leather bag options to offer a robust hierarchy of price points.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Industrial Design and/or equivalent work experience.</li> <li>5+ years of handbag and small leather goods design experience.</li> <li>Technical knowledge of leather and handbag construction from concept through bulk production.</li> <li>Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Suite; 3D and / or AI programs are a plus.</li> <li>Experience with various skins and fabric appropriate for handbags and SLGs.</li> <li>Ability to thrive in a high-volume, rapidly changing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.</li> <li>Must be organized and illustrate a keen attention to detail.</li> <li>Commitment to brand identity and a focus on business growth.</li> </ul> <p>Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Aimé Leon Dore is from Queens, NY. With a strong focus on simple yet powerful design, we are driven to create timeless work by portraying an aesthetic that is uniquely our own.</p></div>