Footwear Designer

Job Description

JustFab is currently looking for a Designer, Footwear.

How Do You Fit In? 

As Footwear Designer, you will take ownership of instructed portions of the footwear business, create and follow through on designs, contribute to seasonal stories and trends. You will be part of an extremely fast-paced team of passionate and energetic individuals working in the design department for the JFB brands. The ideal candidate is organized, highly energetic, efficient, team-player, self-starter with entrepreneurial mind and strategic vision and is hungry for growth. A love for fashion is a must! This position reports to the Design Director, JustFab & ShoeDazzle.

What you will do:

• Contribute and collaborate with design team to build the Seasonal Concept stories via providing trend overview, must-haves and color palette and material sourcing that are brand appropriate and focused.
• Create designs that support line plans, assortment strategies, price points that are consistent with current market trends and are reflective of the brand images.
• Present monthly Line Build. Ensure all fabrics and developments have already been thought through and are feasible to be produced, as well as meeting the company goals. Organized thinking and presentation skill is a must.
• Drive Sketches and Pre-Assortment presentations to Merchandising/Buying/Production Teams.
• Accurate and timely follow through post meetings is exercised to avoid delay and miscommunication.
• Proactively look to understand selling result and spot opportunities. Be able to speak with data to drive designs and ideas that will elevate brand and increase sell-through. Attend Best Seller and Hindsight meetings with an analytical mind.
• Create design sketches and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator and PLM respectively, keep style information updated to ensure cross functional teams have access to accurate information at all times.
• Experience in partnering with developers in both the US and Asia online schedules, adhere to the product development schedule to ensure samples are on track.
• Assist in fit sessions with cross functional teams throughout the season. Ability to communicate with oversea vendors.
• Adhere to Global Calendar deadlines and expectations through each milestone point.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Merchandise, Product Development, Production, Marketing and vendors, and proactively communicate pertinent changes and updates timely

What you can bring:

• A degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience
• Must provide digital portfolio work
• 5+ years previous experience designing Footwear, in women’s shoes all categories.
• Proven track record of identifying trends and delivering results in the fast fashion landscape
• Expert understanding of the marketplace and competitive set
• Exceptional knowledge on building a cohesive collection, as well as footwear construction, fit, and materials
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group at all levels
• Ability to be creative while working with a constant sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment with high output of on-trend styles and multiple deadlines
• Entrepreneurial go-getter, highly motivated self-starter with the ability to troubleshoot and be resourceful to solve problems
• Expert in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, (create design flats, tech packs, line sheets) Microsoft PowerPoint, Office and Excel
• Experience working with a PLM system is a plus
• Periodic travel to Asia for product development

Compensation & Total Rewards: 

At JF, we believe work and life should fit together! We continue to build a culture of flexibility, to empower you to do your best and put yourself first. Our Total Rewards program rewards employees for their hard work, supporting their health, well-being, families, and ultimately their life journey. Total Rewards at JF includes:  

-Hybrid Work Schedule*   

-Discretionary Paid Time Off*   

-Summer Fridays*   

-Healthcare Plans   

-Employee Discounts   

-401k   

-Annual Bonus Program   

-Equity Program*   

-And More   

*Varied for retail and fulfillment roles  

The annual base salary range for this position is from $75,000-$98,000. The range provided includes the base salary that JF expects to pay for the role. Offered base salary will be dependent on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, candidate’s related work experience, subject matter expertise and work location.  

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About TechStyleOS

TechStyleOS is the globally integrated Operations and Services provider behind some of the fastest growing online fashion brands in history, including Fabletics, Savage X Fenty, JustFab, ShoeDazzle, and FabKids. With capabilities spanning technology, data science, supply chain management, fulfillment, customer service, and more, we help brands launch, scale and grow—across product categories and geographically. From predictive analytics to data-driven marketing and attribution, our unique approach is powered by our proprietary, end-to-end tech platform that enables the brands we serve to deliver a level of personalization, value, and satisfaction that are unrivaled in the fashion industry.

JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids) is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable. At JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids), we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity law and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by passion for creating an inclusive space for all. JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids) will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity. 

We encourage you to apply regardless of meeting all qualifications and/or requirements.