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Design Lead, Purple Label

Ref#:

W156194

Abteilung:

Design

Ort:

New York

Bundesland:

New York

Land:

United States

Firmen Beschreibung:

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Positionsübersicht:

The Lead is responsible for leading and executing Purple Label Men’s Tailored Clothing and Outerwear design for the category.  This position will oversee and be accountable for the design process; while maintaining the aesthetic and integrity of the business and balancing the cross functional needs

Grundlegende Aufgaben und Verantwortlichkeiten:

Responsibilities: 
Develop design direction by providing innovative and relevant research and development, alignment to the materials, the market, and an awareness of current and historical trends 
Strong understanding of luxury competitive landscape, prepared research to Creative Director 
Collaborate with Creative Director and Merchandising Team to create a well- balanced and innovative line
Develop product in accordance with line plan, costing needs, sales needs and emerging trends
Support Creative Director in sketching, fittings, pattern analysis, research of new constructions
Develop trims aligned with style needs. Research of trim techniques, finishes and functionality
Lead design cycle for on time handoff of all milestone calendar deadlines
Partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure product is executed with a luxury mindset
Manage direct report, ensure balance of work load
Use initiative when liaising with other teams to bring forward ideas. Lead the creative development, research and idea pool.

Erfahrung, Fähigkeiten & Kenntnisse:

Proven ability to execute an assortment that captures the vision of creative direction and is aligned with commercial merchandising strategy
Strong understanding of fabric, color, wash, and skins
Inquisitive and innovative mindset
Ability to create a cohesive assortment between categories
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Expert understanding of garment construction and fit.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Comfortable with creating and leading in a digital culture
Minimum of 3 days required to be on-site in office
Experience in design role preferred
Italian speaking a plus; not required 
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Design Lead, Purple Label