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Designer, Handbags

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Designer Brands postings stay open a median of 2 days.

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  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.3%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 57.8%60 days
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Designer Brands median: 2 days open

The posting

The Opportunity

As a Designer supporting the Jessica Simpson brand, you'll help bring innovative, consumer-relevant products to life that stay true to the brand's identity while evolving to meet the needs of today's customer. In this role, you'll blend trend insight, creativity, and commercial thinking to create handbags that resonate in the marketplace. Working closely with Design, Development, Production, and Sales partners, you'll translate seasonal direction into compelling product concepts and collections that drive consumer demand and support business goals. From initial inspiration to final product execution, you'll have the opportunity to influence every stage of the design process while helping shape the future of an iconic brand. This role is ideal for a designer who is curious, collaborative, highly organized, and energized by turning ideas into products that customers love. This is a hybrid role and will be required to go into the office 2-3x/week and/or as needed.

What You'll Be Doing

Design & Creative Development

  • Translate seasonal brand direction, trend insights, consumer research, and market opportunities into innovative handbag designs.
  • Create product concepts that align with the Jessica Simpson brand aesthetic while supporting business objectives and market needs.
  • Research emerging trends, materials, colors, and consumer preferences to inspire new design solutions.
  • Partner with the Design Director to make decisions regarding color, material selections, and overall assortment direction.
  • Present design concepts and clearly communicate creative vision to cross-functional stakeholders.

Product Design & Technical Execution

  • Develop sketches, CADs, digital renderings, illustrations, and technical drawings for new product concepts.
  • Create and maintain detailed tech packs, product specifications, and development documentation.
  • Utilize Photoshop, Illustrator, and related design tools to communicate design intent and material applications.
  • Complete digital templates and design deliverables in accordance with established timelines and standards.
  • Ensure designs align with brand guidelines, development requirements, and production expectations.

Product Development & Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Partner closely with Production teams to design products that meet pricing objectives, quality standards, and target market expectations.
  • Collaborate with Design, Development, Production, and Sales teams throughout the product creation process.
  • Communicate effectively with overseas development partners, including leather and fabric teams.
  • Manage development specifications and support product execution from concept through commercialization.
  • Ensure design objectives are accurately reflected throughout the development and production process.

Prototype Review & Product Refinement

  • Review prototypes and samples throughout the development cycle.
  • Evaluate product execution and recommend design refinements as needed.
  • Update technical packages and specifications to reflect approved changes and modifications.
  • Help ensure final products maintain the intended design vision while meeting functional and commercial requirements.

Project Management & Seasonal Execution

  • Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting critical milestones and calendar deadlines.
  • Anticipate challenges proactively and adjust priorities to support successful seasonal execution.
  • Maintain strong organization and attention to detail throughout all phases of the design process.
  • Support the successful execution of seasonal line development from concept through final presentation.

Collaboration & Team Support

  • Partner with peers and Sales teams to support seasonal initiatives and business objectives.
  • Share ideas, insights, and feedback to contribute to a collaborative team environment.
  • Build strong working relationships across functions to support efficient decision-making and product development.
  • Coach and support one or two Assistant Designers, when applicable, helping them grow their technical and creative capabilities.

What You'll Need

Experience

  • 5+ years of handbag design experience.
  • Experience creating technical drawings, tech packs, CADs, and merchandising boards.
  • Experience managing multiple design projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Handbag Design.

Design & Creative Capabilities

  • Ability to leverage market research, trend analysis, and industry knowledge to contribute to seasonal design direction.
  • Strong understanding of handbag design principles, materials, hardware, construction techniques, color, and product development processes.
  • Ability to sketch, create CADs, and apply foundational design concepts to commercial product creation.
  • Ability to translate creative ideas into compelling consumer-focused products.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience creating technical specifications, digital renderings, and development documentation.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Design, Production, Development, and Sales.
  • Ability to build productive working relationships with internal and external partners, including overseas development teams.

Organization & Execution

  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and seasonal timelines.

Perks and Benefits You’ll Enjoy!

  • Your Sole Well-Being: Our benefits package is crafted with our associates in mind! We support you with benefits like free virtual health care, robust family/fertility benefits, 401(k) w/ match, and more. Explore our offerings at https://mymobilewalletcard.com/dbi.
  • Stride with Flexibility: We offer hybrid and remote work opportunities, giving you the freedom to stay connected, productive, and inspired—wherever you do your best work.
  • Stepping Up Your Career: Take advantage of training programs, professional development, and education assistance to advance your career with a company that celebrates bold ideas and fresh perspectives.
  • We are Shoe-Obsessed: Because we know a great pair of shoes can change your day, you’ll enjoy 30% off at DSW & DSW.com, plus discounts across our family of brands.
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