Bioworld Merchandisingis a leading design and distribution company of licensed and private label apparel, headwear & accessories to all retails channels. We collaborate with some of the most widely recognized brand and retail partners in the world. We are seeking skilled candidates who are excited to join this amazing team!

We Believe in Great Brands:Our goal is to translate the brand story into product that is as innovative and distinctive as the brand itself.

Creative Culture:Our team brings to our brand partners a unique mix of creative product design paired with merchandising expertise. We believe innovation comes from a diversity of creative ideas.

We are the Market:Our team believes in full immersion to gain insight into retail markets, contemporary culture and consumer reaction.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Product Designer brings product concepts and ideas to life. Driven by passion for trend, they lead and drive the research, concept creation for licensed home décor and tabletop. They communicate their point of view through visual presentations to peers, clients and development partners. Senior Designers manage large and complex projects and are constantly looking for new ways to evolve and grow the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with sales partners: line planning, product strategies and design focus.

• Lead research and set category trends each season. Constantly surface relevant newness.

• Ideate and interpret relevant ideas into product concepts. Partner with stakeholders to vet concepts.

• Create and manage products within product lifecycle management system (PLM)

• Know the market: continuously study the competitive set and key client retailers (instore and online). Document and keep detailed research on current customers and competitors.

Track product counts, brands, suppliers, countries of origin, materials, features and prices.

• Stay on top of product, licensed and pop culture trends. Understand timing and integrate into product concepts and designs.

• Address and manage feedback from all stakeholders. Develop design solutions which accommodate best intent while maintaining design integrity.

• Develop accurate tech packs with clear communication on sample expectations.

• Review and comment on all product samples with vendors, updating specs and instructions as needed to meet final product expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in the field of design accessories/or apparel

• A developed and versatile portfolio of graphic and product design

• Experience using product management software (PLM)

• Experience with sample development and communication with factories, agents, etc.

• Creative, trend driven innovator who is customer obsessed

• Excels in highly collaborative environment with different work groups

• Passion for fan culture and pop culture product

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation skills

• Can-do and solution driven mentality, even keeled and upbeat, with an appetite for continued improvement and learning

• Proficient in: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, & In Design.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams and Outlook)

• Versatile and fluent in using MAC and Microsoft products.

• Retail accessories/apparel experience or Entertainment industry experience a plus.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Design for Apparel/Accessories, Visual Communications, Fashion/Industrial a plus

BUSINESS HOURS

We have a Work from Home flexible schedule. We work 3 days in office and 2 from home. Schedules can vary based on deadlines and projects.