Aimé Leon Dore is looking for a Handbag & Leather Goods Designer to join our team in New York, New York, reporting directly to the Design Director of Footwear, Bags & Leather Goods. This position will work on the overall handbag design process, supporting the team from concept research through production handoff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for Handbag and SLG design and development; from concept presentation at the beginning of the season through bulk production handoff.
Will work closely with Design Leadership to develop styles that enhance brand identity, offering new products to our current customers, and expanding to new markets.
Create and maintain all tech packs including sketches, boms, and technical specs.
Responsible for calendar management through this process, highlighting close follow up with vendors.
Maintain strong relationships with vendors to secure open communication and adherence to deadlines both locally and overseas.
Focus heavily on designing each style with authenticity and superior quality.
Partner with Production on vendor allocation, pre-costing, and additional costing options for bulk when needed.
Develop a continuous flow of new concepts and materials in the leather goods space, sharing with the wider design team to utilize the newest innovations.
Expand our non-leather bag options to offer a robust hierarchy of price points.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Industrial Design and/or equivalent work experience.
5+ years of handbag and small leather goods design experience.
Technical knowledge of leather and handbag construction from concept through bulk production.
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Suite; 3D and / or AI programs are a plus.
Experience with various skins and fabric appropriate for handbags and SLGs.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume, rapidly changing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Must be organized and illustrate a keen attention to detail.
Commitment to brand identity and a focus on business growth.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000

Aimé Leon Dore is from Queens, NY. With a strong focus on simple yet powerful design, we are driven to create timeless work by portraying an aesthetic that is uniquely our own.