• Develop and execute product designs that will reflect customers’ needs and achieve merchandising objectives.
• Research seasonal trends and create trend presentations, including boards, tear sheets, samples, and components.
• Create new product designs through computer rendering, technical hand-drawings, and assembled samples
• Craft conceptual direction/creative vision for new products/collections
• Manage the sample and model-making process to ensure the timely delivery of components required for overseas sampling and production.
• Collaborate with Sales and PD team to ensure that designs are engineered to meet cost and margin targets, while remaining aesthetically pleasing.
• Work with Product Development Teams, both locally and overseas, to ensure that the proper interpretation of designs is executed into actual samples
• Consistently provide detailed specification information of materials, components, and parts to PD and overseas vendors.
• Present/speak to product and trend internally and with outside partners.

Skills: Product Design, Trend Research, Creative Direction, Technical Drawing, Sample Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Material Specification, Presentation Skills

• Working closely with the Creative Director/Designer on research and ideation of new collections and custom one-off pieces
• Discussing a range of options and formulating original ideas
• Designing brief writing and layout
• Sketching out ideas, sometimes using computer-aided design (CAD), to visualise the finished design, making modifications
• Pulling inspiration from print and web into cohesive product or colour/material stories
• Creating technical drawings for a factory/jeweller and posting comments and feedback
• Producing assortment (understanding how the product fits into the rest of the line)
• Evaluating and providing feedback to manufacturers and to Creative Director
• Producing code creation, incoming stock control, and pricing of the samples.

Skills: Design Research, Concept Ideation, CAD Sketching, Trend Analysis, Technical Drawing, Product Assortment, Manufacturer Feedback, Sample Coordination

• Overseeing production and manufacturing operations.
• Developing and maintaining a high-performance safety culture.
• Continuously improving operating procedures, manufacturing processes, and providing superior customer service
• Working to achieve production goals in areas of on-time delivery, superior quality, cost efficiency, and embracing new product development initiatives within the organization
• Communicating job expectations clearly to suppliers and manufacturers
• Identifying cost reduction opportunities
• Fostering a spirit of cooperation with colleagues
• Establishing priorities, monitoring progress, and revising schedules. 
• Resolving problems, reporting results to the Creative Director, and the Managing Director.

Skills: Production Management, Process Improvement, Safety Leadership, Quality Assurance, Supplier Communication, Cost Optimization, Team Collaboration, Schedule Coordination

• Executes design execution through creative vendor communication.
• Develops strong working relationships with vendors in partnership with Sourcing to ensure style execution meets brand aesthetic.
• Monitors and ensures data in Flex PLM is accurate.
• Works closely with team members (including the leader) to complement and coordinate processes, procedures, and development needs.
• Troubleshoots and resolves any issues about raw materials, trims, artwork, etc, that could delay sample delivery or impact the adoption of a style.
• Stays abreast of trends both at the directional and at the retail level.
• Assists the merchant and designer in Final buy prep by filling sketches for the top 25 items to show color and print impression.
• Delivers trend presentation to vendors at the kick-off of the season.
• Leads the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.

Skills: Vendor Communication, Relationship Management, Data Accuracy, Process Coordination, Problem Solving, Trend Analysis, Visual Presentation, Team Leadership

• Collaborate with brand marketing, merchandising, and the jewellery design teams on the strategic development of new jewellery designs and collections
• Develop designs through 2D and 3D iterations
• Provide input on emerging and trending styles, and identify gaps in current product offerings
• Push the boundaries of design and manufacturing capabilities to introduce unique and ownable jewellery designs that make the E-commerce brands a sought-after destination
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align with the larger company goals
• Follow best practices for aesthetics, weight, materials, and manufacturing requirements
• Deliver production-ready files in Matrix
• Provide design information and specifications for merchandising and marketing teams

Skills: Jewelry Design, 3D Modeling, Trend Forecasting, Product Innovation, Stakeholder Collaboration, Design Optimization, File Preparation, Specification Management

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Design to form a clear view of ‘on brand’, authentic, inspirational, and MV values, and put forward proposals for ideation within a brief.
• Collate imagery both digitally and physically to support each design direction
• Present multiple ideas following a brief from the Design Director
• Build up selected designs into more detail, see various angles and details
• Create to-scale, annotated design sheets using Adobe Illustrator or CAD software, which will inform the range selection, RRP setting, and supplier brief
• Work with suppliers to bring ideas to life.
• Develop product quickly and with accuracy, working tightly to a critical path, and working cross-functionally with commercial and supplier teams.
• Brief of collections for development with suppliers, translating design aesthetic, technical details, and sharing knowledge on construction methods and expected quality standards.

Skills: Design Collaboration, Concept Development, Visual Presentation, Detailed Drafting, CAD Illustration, Supplier Coordination, Product Development, Quality Standards

• Communicate effectively with suppliers daily/regularly to track/chase sample development progress within the lead time.
• Escalate large issues effectively to the Design Director.
• Report clear, concise development updates by the factory and identify potential delays or obstructions to delivery milestones.
• Work with suppliers to resource product to equip the supplier with all the tools to complete the first round of prototypes correctly.
• Take on sourcing projects to bring innovation to the portfolio of products, including new stones, findings, and components.
• Lead optimisation projects which may involve loose briefs, but using initiative and a customer eye view, look to define improvements and propose ways to make them simple
• Take on Market research projects to find new materials, sources, suppliers, or techniques that could aid development or current supply.
• Manage the design studio space, in parallel with the rest of the team, to keep it an inspirational space but also fully functional and working in the best shape for the full team to maximise its benefit.

Skills: Supplier Communication, Issue Escalation, Progress Reporting, Prototype Development, Product Sourcing, Process Optimization, Market Research, Studio Management

• Assist the buyer in achieving sales and gross margin
• Manage day-to-day operations of the buying office
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships
• Oversee vendor support and store communication
• Recap and analyze selling, category, and vendor performance
• Manage promotional activities to drive in-season business
• Attend market appointments prepared with strategic assortment plans and understanding of product, with a customer-centric approach
• Negotiate buying terms and the end of the season with vendors
• Execute a seasonal merchandise strategy based on customer needs, product performance, industry trends, and business analytics
• Accurately forecast monthly receipts and manage inventory flow
• Partner with the Planner in developing seasonal financial plans and budgets  
• Partner with the Omni team for online product content/image maintenance
• Manage marketing process, including marketing proposals, co-op, and coordinating samples through effective communications with marketing and vendors
• Execute and manage marketing events for both channels
• Manage and develop Merchandise Assistant

Skills: Buying Operations, Vendor Management, Sales Analysis, Promotional Planning, Assortment Strategy, Inventory Forecasting, Marketing Coordination, Team Leadership

• Work with Designers and Senior Designer, and Design Director for preliminary design research, including competitive analysis, inspirational images, develop concepts, assemble presentation boards for meetings, prepare mock-ups, inspirational photos, shop the retail, and provide competitive visual/product analysis
• Work on the development of the initial seasonal design category in the context of a larger assortment
• Create Illustrator sketches, hand sketches, prepare specification sheets, and material boards
• Ensure accuracy of product development logs, boards, and design archives library
• Ensure maintenance of designs in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
• Research new techniques and submit for pre-development 
• Review samples, provide comments, and maintain the product logbook
• Follow up with internal and external customers and partners, including technical design and production, and facilitate interoffice communication
• Build collaborative relationships with merchandising and PD teams

Skills: Design Research, Concept Development, Technical Sketching, Specification Management, PLM Maintenance, Sample Review, Cross-Functional Communication, Team Collaboration

• Participate in the design process for distinctive new rings and fine jewelry pieces by producing hand-drawn sketches, digital mockups, and prototypes, placing purchase orders, implementing revisions, and performing final quality assurance checks
• Research and stay abreast of on-trend fashion, as well as classic jewelry inspiration
• Support the Custom Sales team by developing hand-drawn sketches and digital mockups for lead conversion, design quoting, and manufacturing
• Ensure consistency with distinctive design and quality standards, as well as the manufacturability of pieces
• Accurately document design details for a range of new product development types
• Organize and maintain design files for accuracy and efficiency
• Collaborate with the eCommerce and marketing team to provide design inspiration, insights, and specific product details
• Clearly communicate design details and specifications to cross-functional partners, including creative, merchandising, and manufacturing teams

Skills: Jewelry Design, Trend Research, Custom Sketching, Quality Assurance, Design Documentation, File Management, Cross-Functional Communication, Marketing Collaboration

• Experience in jewelry design/development
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage expectations
• Demonstrate creativity with a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional team player with strong communication skills
• Highly accountable for workload, deadlines, and the ability to multitask
• Computer design system skills, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, with high proficiency in CAD illustration and 3D
• Ability to articulate Functional/Technical aspects needed in products
• Ability to independently examine complex information and/or situations, evaluate potential impact, options, and make recommendations
• Interest and passion for driving circular and sustainable design practices
• Highly organized and deeply curious

Qualifications: BA in Jewelry Design with 5 years of Experience

• Experience working in all types of designs.
• Sound technical knowledge.
• Understand the collection and develop new designs and concepts.
• Understand different material types such as brass and stainless steel.
• Proficiency with required publishing tools such as Jewel CAD/Rhino/Matrix.
• Strong eye for visual composition.
• Be able to spot trends and suggest design directions.
• Be able to translate a 2D sketch to a 3D design.
• Be able to join immediately or within 15 days.
• Be a team player with time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and intuitive design.

Qualifications: BS in Industrial Design with 4 years of Experience

• Experience of working in teams with a willingness to carry out a range of tasks to support the NPD team
• Experience with managing external suppliers and product management experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound ability in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD software, and Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong balance of creative and commercial skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to draw freehand and technically
• Well organised, can multi-task and prioritise effectively, with meticulous attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a clear sense of drive and ownership

Qualifications: BA in Fashion Design with 6 years of Experience

• Experience in another technical profession from the jewelry industry.
• Experience in the production of jewelry and fashion jewelry
• Experience with plotter machines
• Knowledge/experience with fine jewelry fabrication
• Technical knowledge of jewelry manufacturing and materials
• Strong sense of fashion with high taste level
• Strong hand sketching ability
• Ability to interpret and re-imagine collections to take the brand to the next level
• Be able to design with engineering and product development in mind
• Inventive and organic, designs with a “looser hand”
• Superior communication skills, a “can-do” attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications: BS in Materials Science with 7 years of Experience

• Experience in a jewellery design position
• Previous experience in fine jewelry design with Matrix CAD software
• Good knowledge of coloured gemstones
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong network and communication skills.
• Good decision-making and time management skills.
• Ability to use computer-aided design (CAD)
• Be able to propose design directions for a given theme
• Be able to independently take on clients for bespoke design
• Highly creative and proficient in hand-drawing, including gouache rendering

Qualifications: BA in Fine Arts with 5 years of Experience

• CAD Jewelry Design experience.
• Experience with rendering software
• Technical knowledge of jewelry manufacturing and materials
• Understanding of or interest in traditional and modern manufacturing techniques
• Good knowledge or willingness to learn Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong balance of creative and commercial skills
• Be able to design with engineering and product development in mind
• Ability to communicate ideas and technical information
• Well organised, can multi-task and prioritise effectively, with a strong attention to detail

Qualifications: BS in Product Design with 4 years of Experience

• Experience in design or product development, retail experience
• Experience with Fit Sessions, Fabric Development, Finishes, and Construction Details
• Knowledgeable about jewelry engineering and construction
• Knowledgeable about high-end fashion
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create renderings and technical drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), exposure to PDM or comparable software, Flex PLM
• Excellent organizational Skills, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong management and mentoring skills
• Must be able to create technical sheets of designs required by the manufacturer.
• Strong ability to convert idea research into sketches

Qualifications: BA in Metal and Jewelry Arts with 8 years of Experience

• Experience with Matrix/Rhino
• Experience with loose stones and a great stone picker
• Knowledge of the competitive consumer goods market.
• Knowledge of technical jewelry/accessory construction
• Knowledge of brands and product lines
• Excellent sketching and freehand drawing/rendering skills
• Extraordinary mastery of Hand sketching and Gouache rendering techniques.
• Mastery in Photoshop, Illustrator, CAD, and Matrix Gold software.
• Strong computer skills, 2D programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Backbone, Publisher or equivalent), 3D software skills (Alias, Solidworks)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Flexible with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering with 9 years of Experience

• Experience in a design capacity
• Understand and appreciate the business side of things, and contribute to the growth
• Technical knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of accessory design and consumer preferences.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient with Excel, experience with Google Docs
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on follow-through
• Good capability with technological tools such as CAD, Photoshop, etc.
• Ability to map Fashion trends and have broad knowledge about changing market trends in accessories.
• Ability to design as per budget without compromising on quality.
• Ability to make graphics for surface detail and design.

Qualifications: BA in Art History with 6 years of Experience

• Experience in Jewelry Design
• Product development/Production/Technical drawing experience
• Impeccable knowledge of the Jewelry industry and the competing landscape.
• Good knowledge of AutoCAD
• Knowledge of jewelry manufacturing
• Excellent communication skills
• Good at hand sketching and familiar with 3D drawing
• Good command of English and Chinese (both spoken and written)
• Ability to multitask and react with flexibility
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment, comfortable with change

Qualifications: BS in Design and Manufacturing Engineering with 5 years of Experience