JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. Design Strategy (40%)

• Develop annual design direction aligned with brand development goals and international expansion strategy (especially the US, Thailand, and Southeast Asia).
• Develop seasonal collections (Spring/Summer – Fall/Winter) and special product lines.
• Standardize design DNA across product lines.
• Research and forecast global fashion trends, applying them to actual products.

2. Product Development & Commercialization (35%)

• Manage the entire product lifecycle: Idea Sketch Techpack Sampling Launch.
• Coordinate with R&D (fabric & material research), Sourcing, and Merchandising departments to optimize cost, quality, and timeline.
• Ensure first‑sample approval rate 85% and on‑time development 90%.

3. Team Management (25%)

• Recruit, train, and develop the design team (10+ members).
• Establish design SOPs and quality control systems.
• Train the team in trend forecasting and technical design skills.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: 7–10 years in fashion design, including at least 3 years in a management role (Team Lead / Manager).
• Special Requirement: Proven experience designing activewear / performance apparel for the US, Thai, or Southeast Asian markets.
• Brand Background: Preference for candidates who have worked at major fashion brands (both international and local).
• Personality: Gentle, calm, flexible, able to work well with a demanding, busy, and somewhat difficult superior.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to build a team, inspire others, and work under high pressure.
• English: Fluent (communication, reading technical documents, working with international partners).
• Mindset: Combines creative vision with commercial understanding and production cost awareness.



Contact: 0915 206 917  (zalo/call) / hang@cnk-consulting.com.vn

Note: We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted