Purpose of the Job The Principle Designer shall be responsible for end to end design of the Indian women's ethnic wear portfolio of a section of BIBA's collection. Key Result Areas for the Incumbent Process Responsibilities : - Maintain and build design team workflows that ensure that all designs in the portfolio are delivered are in line with style guides, BIBA's design language and BIBA quality standards - Maintain and track departmental fashion calendar for the season - Research and forecast evolving fashion trends and bring those insights in the design of the portfolio - Monitor the competition and be aware of market changes and development - Perform daily organizational and maintenance tasks like Styling the range, Embroidery development and getting the sample made as directed - Organize all styling materials and resources for the sampling - Concept, create and deliver strong design solutions and present ideas and participate in key brainstorms/meetings and effectively communicate ideas through presentations - Partner with Design Merchant teams - People Management Responsibilities - Ability to coordinate with Sampling, Pattern & Khaka's masters and Embroiders - Coaching , and providing technical guidance to other designers in the team - Financial Responsibilities - Allowed to buy Swatches Key Behavioral competencies required to perform this role - Essential 1. Initiative 2. Collaboration and team work 3. Innovation - Desirable 1. Attention to details 2. Initiative 3. Innovation Key Technical competencies required to perform this role - Essential 1. Creative Mindset 2. Flexible and proactive with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment 3. Ability to comprehend and present design ideas, visually and using minimum words 4. Must be able to understand and communicate fashion styling elements based on customer requirements 5. Familiarity with Embroidery and Styling process and Sensibilities of Indian ethnic wear 6. Familiarity with textile domain - Desirable 1. Photoshop/Excel Skills 2. Keen understanding of Pattern Making, Stitching and Fabric 3. Expertise on Garments cut and fits Key Performance Indicators 1. Creativity 2. Ensure important deadlines are met 3. Attention to detail 4. Ability to execute flawlessly 5. Excellent research skills and ability to convert ideas into samples The candidate would have to interact and manage the following stakeholders Closely work with the vendors for development purpose The ideal candidate should have: Diploma / Degree in Design ( NIFT/NID/Pearl Academy etc) Knowledge of Photoshop/Excel/Corel Draw 15+ years of experience Understanding of Indian ethnic wear design sensibilities-Fabric and Styling Proven track record of designing an eye catching Apparel portfolio with a design team

Gurgaon/Gurugram

BIBA - Head - Design 

Job Description for BIBA - Head - Design  in BIBA FASHION LIMITED in  Gurgaon/Gurugram for (15-20) years of experience. Apply Now!