The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Director of Fashion Design, womenswear for the RW&CO. brand, the Lead Fashion Designer manages the development of our Womenswear collection (dresses & blouses) from concept to delivery, by creating and executing original, trend-appropriate design concepts that meet market needs and drive sales. You ensure the timely execution of each stage in the design process through your leadership of a design team. You will leverage your deep understanding of fashion trends, your solid artistic background, and your capability to shape our RW&CO. womenswear brand aesthetic in line with our brand positioning strategic objectives.
What you will do:
- Support your leaders by defining seasonal trends for target market.
- Inspire, coach, and develop a talented team of designers.
- Within your category, bring forward your ideas on how to bring the latest trends to life for our customers.
- Collaborate on the creation of artwork and determine seasonal color cards.
- Work in partnership with the technical design team and provide insight on drawings.
- Manage all aspects of presentation from boards to prototypes to the articulation of ideas and market direction.
- Attend fittings to ensure the garments fit as well as it looks.
Qualifications
Who you are:
- College diploma in Fashion Design.
- 8 years + of related experience, in fashion design.
- Excellent Illustrator knowledge.
- Comfortable presenting ideas in front of key stake holders.
- Excellent fashion sense and knack for originality and creativity.
Additional Information
What we offer (Why work with us):
- Hybrid work environment
- A competitive benefits package (Full Time Employees Only)
- Paid Time Off Sick Time, Flex Days & Vacation (Full Time Employees Only)
- Additional benefits include monthly bonus potential, opportunities for advancement and tuition reimbursement
- 50% discount at all Reitmans (Canada) Limited brands (Penningtons, Reitmans & RW&CO.)
- Generous Employee Referral Policy
If this inspires you…let's talk. Send us your resume today!
By the way, did you know that Reitmans (Canada) Limited has several hundreds of stores all across Canada and three fashion apparel banners? Get ready to join the Canadian fashion retail icon, with a great success story where you can have a voice and make a real difference.
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Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for providing an accessible candidate experience.
We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Company Description
Who we are:
At Reitmans (Canada) Limited (RCL), every moment of every day revolves around our customers and our love of fashion. We believe fashion empowers our customers to put their best foot forward when it matters the most. From the design table to the stores and our digital channels, we are always finding new ways to create memorable customer experiences, backed by a strong brand portfolio and powered by the most passionate people in the industry.