Design Director

Company Description Tulip Group, through Tulip Creations, is a global fashion manufacturer that blends contemporary design with Indian craftsmanship. Headquartered in New Delhi with a strong presence in New York, Dubai, and key sourcing hubs in Asia, the company partners with leading international retailers and brands to deliver trend-focused, high-quality apparel. Tulip Creations operates modern, quality-driven production lines and emphasizes sustainability through eco-friendly materials and ethical manufacturing practices. The organization is design-led, market-aware, and committed to building long-term, trust-based relationships with its partners. Its vision is to connect global fashion ambitions with responsible production, enabling brand growth while supporting a more sustainable industry.

Role Description The Design Director at TULIP GROUP is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY. This role leads the end-to-end design vision for collections, ensuring alignment with brand positioning, market trends, and the creative DNA of global clients. The Design Director oversees design teams, guides concept development, and reviews design outputs, including product lines, branding elements, and visual narratives. Responsibilities include collaborating closely with merchandising, production, and sourcing teams; presenting design directions to internal stakeholders and external partners; and ensuring that all outputs meet quality, sustainability, and commercial objectives. The role also requires mentoring designers, refining design processes, and maintaining a consistent, elevated design standard across projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Design Management, including leading multidisciplinary design teams and overseeing end-to-end design processes.
• Strong skills in Branding, with the ability to translate brand strategy into cohesive visual identities and market-ready collections.
• Experience in Architecture and Product Design, with a focus on spatial thinking, form, function, and user-centered design principles.
• Proficiency in interpreting and overseeing Construction Drawings or technical design documentation to ensure production feasibility and quality.
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in fashion, lifestyle, or related design industries, with a portfolio showcasing leadership-level work.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with global clients and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices, trend research, and digital design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, CAD or 3D tools) is highly beneficial.