Manager - Fashion Designer Womenswear

Job description
About Us

The Souled Store is one of India's fastest-growing youth-focused lifestyle brands. Founded in 2013 as a homegrown Indian brand, we have become one of the largest online merchandising platforms, partnering with global licenses such as Disney, Warner Bros., WWE, IPL, and Viacom18.

We lead the latest youth fashion and lifestyle trends beyond themed designs like superheroes, movies, TV shows, and cartoons. Our offerings extend to action figures, backpacks, collectibles, footwear, and kidswear.

With primarily an online presence, we successfully ventured into offline retail with 40 stores across India and plans for further expansion.

We believe in loving what you do, working smart, and taking ownership. Our team thinks like leaders and drives growth aggressively. If you resonate with our vision, we would love to have you on board.

Role Overview
We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Manager - Fashion Design to lead design teams in conceptualizing innovative collections. This role requires understanding market trends, consumer preferences, and technical garment construction.

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for aesthetics, commercial sense, and the ability to drive creative vision while aligning with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Lead womenswear fashion design teams in developing seasonal collections that align with the brand's identity and market trends.
Conduct extensive market research and competitive analysis to forecast emerging trends and consumer demands.
Oversee the end-to-end design process from concept development to final sample approval.
Collaborate with merchandising, production, and marketing teams to ensure timely execution of designs.
Manage fabric sourcing, print development, and technical specifications while maintaining quality standards.
Work closely with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure cost-effective production without compromising design integrity.
Develop mood boards, sketches, and digital renderings to communicate design concepts effectively.
Ensure sustainability and innovation are embedded within the design process.
Mentor junior designers, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
Presentation design ideas and collections to senior management for approvals.
Qualifications Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
6+ years of experience in fashion design, preferably in apparel categories such as womenswear, menswear, or streetwear.
Proven ability to manage teams and drive design-led innovation.
Strong technical knowledge of fabrics, materials, patterns, and garment construction.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong understanding of fashion business operations, including costing, production timelines, and retail dynamics.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines effectively. Read more