Design Manager

Design Manager

Position Type: Full-Time / Onsite

Salary Range 90-110K DOE

Industry: DreamGro (Children’s Wear Division)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DreamGro brings imagination, craftsmanship, and playfulness to children’s wear and giftable soft goods. Our children’s wear division is looking for a Design Manager with a creative vision who thrives in a trendy, creative environment and brings ideas to life as tangible retail products. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Design & Development

• Design silhouettes and colored CADs aligned with seasonal direction.
• Develop and review tech packs for accuracy and production readiness.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to implement the line plan and color stories.
• Facilitate color selection, art sizing, and concept coordination.

Project & Department Management

• Manage line plan implementation, track milestones, and assign designer projects.
• Oversee team workflow, Trello organization, and departmental structure.
• Handle special projects and urgent design needs.
• Serve as the Creative Director’s right hand — ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Liaise between design, packaging, and production teams.
• Track approvals from Spec Tech and Production Coordinator.
• Ensure compliance with international labeling and translation standards.
• Oversee retailer compliance (safety, labeling, packaging).
• Coordinate samples, fabrics, and materials for overseas sourcing.

Team & Presentation

• Prepare line and buyer presentations with the design team.
• Support the Creative Director in visual meetings and reviews.

COMPETENCIES

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop.
• Advanced experience in garment construction, fabrics, trims, and color theory.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal ability — able to get along with all personalities.
• Excels in a fast-paced environment.
• A balance of creative flair and operational discipline.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or equivalent, or 5+ years of experience in children’s wear design or related category