Fashion And Apparel Designer

About the job

We are looking for a hands-on Apparel Designer to manage end-to-end design, development, sampling, and vendor coordination for our D2C apparel brand. The role emphasizes fast iteration, digital & phyical sampling, costing, and quality control and handover to bulk production. You will collaborate closely with founders, marketing, and operations teams to create consumer-focused, commercially viable products with quick turnaround times.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Product Development

• Research fashion trends, customer insights, and competitor offerings
• Develop capsule / season-less collections aligned with brand identity
• Create sketches, CADs, flats, and sampling-focused tech packs
• Develop and iterate styles using CLO-3D or similar 3D garment software to reduce physical sampling
• Select fabrics, trims, colors & silhouettes.
• Create and maintain size charts with a strong focus on fit consistency
• Coordinate rapid sample development and conduct fittings
• Implement fit, construction, and design revisions efficiently

Merchandising & Costing

• Coordinate with vendors for sampling, proto development, and small-batch trials
• Prepare BOMs and cost sheets; ensure pricing aligns with target margins
• Track sample progress, approvals, and timelines
• Identify cost optimization opportunities at the design and digital-sampling stage
• Maintain accurate documentation for all developments
• Sourcing of trims and fabrics will also include travel across the country.

Quality & Cross-Functional Support

• Ensure sample quality, measurements, and construction accuracy
• Support QC checks at the sample and pilot stage
• Collaborate with marketing teams on product stories, fabric highlights, and USPs
• Support photoshoots by ensuring sample readiness and styling accuracy
• Analyze customer feedback and returns to refine fits and designs

Skills & QualificationsEducation

• Degree/Diploma in Fashion Design, Apparel Technology, or related field

Experience