General Summary: This position assists the Designer and Design Director in the day-to day operations of the design department.Major Responsibilities: • Create swatch books for all fabrics, trim, used in design• Maintain an up-to-date picture record of all samples and also an up-to-date file of all names and style numbers• Check in all orders received and handle all shipping• Keep all sample rooms organized• Track all sample orders, and ad samples• Collaborate in sketching and detailing• Collaborate in designing the product line• Create line sheets• Preparation of correspondences, spreadsheets, and forms• Communicate with vendors• Assists in the confirmation process• Assists in brand direction and trend forecasting• Domestic and International travel• Special projects as needed• Other duties as requiredSpecific Job Skills: • Ability to perform complex verbal and written communications face-to-face and in group settings • Majority of decisions are made utilizing established policies and procedures, and concern self and/or work responsibilities only • Work responsibilities occasionally concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion • Job duties are somewhat varied, occasionally requiring conceptualizing, planning and implementing• Assertive self-starter with strong decision making ability• Ability to work in a multi-task, high pressure environment • Ability to travel as required• Highly organized, detail-oriented and time management skills essential • Strong follow-up and completion skills • Personable and excellent customer service skills are essential • Under limited supervision, anticipates and solves problems for self and other lower level employees • Provides basic work direction and support to small groups of usually skilled and semi-skilled employeesEducation, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations and/or Experience: • College degree in Arts/Fashion preferred• Ability to sketch and CAD• 2-4 years experience in the field• Creative background a plus• Proficiency Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, Photoshop, and Illustrator
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What We Do
Steven Madden, Ltd. is globally recognized as a leading company in the fashion industry. What began as a modest $1100 investment in 1990 has developed into one of the most iconic brands in footwear. From a factory in Queens, NY, Steve Madden has revolutionized the shoe industry, merging years of experience with unique and creative designs. Inspired by rock and roll and his NY roots, Steve’s vision to provide on-trend women and men with an outlet to express their individuality is innovative, daring, and inspiring. Steve’s innate understanding of trends and unparalleled willpower have resulted in millions of customers worldwide and propelled his designs to the forefront of fashion.
In addition to marketing products under its own brands including Steve Madden®, Kurt Geiger London®, Dolce Vita®, Betsey Johnson®, Carvela®, Blondo® and ATM®, Steve Madden licenses footwear, handbags and other accessory categories for the Anne Klein® brand. In addition, Steve Madden designs and sources products under private label brand names for various retailers. Steve Madden’s wholesale distribution includes department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers and independent stores. Steve Madden also directly operates brick-and-mortar retail stores and e-commerce websites. In addition, Steve Madden licenses certain of its brands to third parties for the marketing and sale of certain products in the apparel, accessory, and home categories.
With an emphasis on retail, wholesale, licensing and international business, there's a constant need for new ideas and versatility. Our environment is extremely fast paced and requires associates to maintain a balance of energy and professionalism. Steve Madden is about fashion-forward product and great people. Our employees are energized, intelligent and passionate about our business and committed to providing excellent customer service.
