Design Director

In office – 4 days a week in New Jersey officeThe Design Director leads the planning, creative vision, design, and creation of soft home products and artwork for the Company. Must be a creative leader in soft home and have a vision and perspective. This role collaborates with Product Development, Sales, and all stakeholders to deliver designs that meet the business needs and are on budget. The Manager ensures that the department goals are met and in line with the budget. Must have bedding design experience and extensive knowledge soft home textiles.RESPONSIBILITIES:• Manage a small, creative team of product and graphic designers while maintaining the essence of the Company products.• Lead the team with original design direction that translates to outstanding products with superior branding.• Translate customer needs, templates, and branding strategies into new styles.• Create marketing presentation collateral such as retail packing concepts, in-store displays, planogram renderings, online sales assets, etc.• Finalize and release press-ready design files to overseas vendors• Communicate effectively with overseas offices and factories for all necessary production and development.• Must be aware of industry current trends and be able to put together collections that reflect them.• Leadership and planningREQUIREMENTS:• 10-15 years of experience in design and design leadership experience.• Exceptional project management experience and strong multi-tasking abilities.• Strong organizational skills, incredibly positive and always meets deadlines.• Experience working with retailers store brands and the off-price channel.• A keen eye for color and design saleability for our market.• Must possess an outstanding sense of design and creativity.• Knowledge and experience directly in the home fashions textile industry.• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products including Photoshop and Illustrator.• Must have experience with print designs.• Ability to communicate design direction and creative vision clearly.• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet or exceed deadlines.• Easy to see Leadership qualities and an outgoing personality.• Willing to travel to Heimtex show and to China once a year.