As the US Design Manager I managed a team of 5 designers (2 graphic designers and 3 apparel designers). Mentored and coached design staff as needed. Designed top tier of men’s product category. Worked effectively with a team consisting of: Merchandising, Product Line Management, Product Development, Design, and Upper Management to maximize the best product for market. Worked to strategize and explore new design and business opportunities. Traveled domestically and internationally to research trends, review product at the retail level and review domestic ranges with international team at the Global HQ in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Partnered with product development team in sourcing new fabric and development of product categories. Created in line design direction for each season.
