AVP Designing & Sourcing

Mumbai - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Brand / Product Strategy & Design Leadership

Creative Direction: Define and execute the overall design philosophy and aesthetic for the Womens Western Wear and Indian Wear categories
ensuring distinct brand identities are maintained while aligning with market trends.
Trend Forecasting: Conduct in-depth market research competitive analysis and trend forecasting (color silhouette fabric) to ensure the portfolio remains relevant and ahead of the curve
Collection / Line Development: Lead the design teams in seasonal collection planning theme development mood boards and detailed line finalization balancing design innovation with commercial viability.
Design-to-Value: Ensure all designs are optimized for cost and manufacturability without compromising aesthetic quality or brand standards.
Go to Market: Develop and own the end to end go to market calendar at season level for the brand in collaboration with the stakeholders

Sourcing Production and Supply Chain Excellence

Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement a sourcing strategy to optimize vendor relationships material procurement and manufacturing capabilities in line with the business and product strategy and commercial requirements
Vendor Management: Manage the vendor base including negotiation of contracts pricing lead times and payment terms fostering long-term strategic partnerships
Cost Management: Drive continuous improvement in delivered costs through effective negotiation alternate sourcing options and supply chain efficiency.
Supply Chain Strategy: Explore evaluate and develop alternate supply chain models (outright vendor led marketplace just in time cross-border) to drive better efficiency and faster time to market
Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Oversee the entire QA/QC process from testing to final garment inspection ensuring all products meet the quality standards and compliance requirements.

Leadership and Collaboration

Capability Development: Lead mentor and develop the Design Product Development Merchandising and Sourcing teams fostering a culture of high performance collaboration and creativity.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with the Planning Merchandising Revenue / Sales teams and Marketing teams to ensure product launches inventory planning and market messaging are fully aligned.
Cost Management: Manage the budget ensuring financial discipline and maximizing returns on investment in product development and sourcin initiatives.

Job Description: Brand / Product Strategy & Design Leadership Creative Direction: Define and execute the overall design philosophy and aesthetic for the Womens Western Wear and Indian Wear categories ensuring distinct brand identities are maintained while aligning with market trends. Tre...

Job Description:

Brand / Product Strategy & Design Leadership

Creative Direction: Define and execute the overall design philosophy and aesthetic for the Womens Western Wear and Indian Wear categories
ensuring distinct brand identities are maintained while aligning with market trends.
Trend Forecasting: Conduct in-depth market research competitive analysis and trend forecasting (color silhouette fabric) to ensure the portfolio remains relevant and ahead of the curve
Collection / Line Development: Lead the design teams in seasonal collection planning theme development mood boards and detailed line finalization balancing design innovation with commercial viability.
Design-to-Value: Ensure all designs are optimized for cost and manufacturability without compromising aesthetic quality or brand standards.
Go to Market: Develop and own the end to end go to market calendar at season level for the brand in collaboration with the stakeholders

Sourcing Production and Supply Chain Excellence

Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement a sourcing strategy to optimize vendor relationships material procurement and manufacturing capabilities in line with the business and product strategy and commercial requirements
Vendor Management: Manage the vendor base including negotiation of contracts pricing lead times and payment terms fostering long-term strategic partnerships
Cost Management: Drive continuous improvement in delivered costs through effective negotiation alternate sourcing options and supply chain efficiency.
Supply Chain Strategy: Explore evaluate and develop alternate supply chain models (outright vendor led marketplace just in time cross-border) to drive better efficiency and faster time to market
Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Oversee the entire QA/QC process from testing to final garment inspection ensuring all products meet the quality standards and compliance requirements.

Leadership and Collaboration

Capability Development: Lead mentor and develop the Design Product Development Merchandising and Sourcing teams fostering a culture of high performance collaboration and creativity.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with the Planning Merchandising Revenue / Sales teams and Marketing teams to ensure product launches inventory planning and market messaging are fully aligned.
Cost Management: Manage the budget ensuring financial discipline and maximizing returns on investment in product development and sourcin initiatives.