Senior Designer

About Cabi Clothing

Cabi Clothing is a women's retail apparel brand devoted to fostering connection, confidence, and purposeful expression. We are proud to create not only stylish clothing but also empower women through community, self-expression, and professional growth. Our culture is highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, and people-centric, with all team members contributing to enriching experiences for our Stylists and customers.

Role Overview

The Senior Designer is entrusted with leading the creative vision and execution of designated product categories, guiding them from initial concept to production rollout. This role demands a blend of creative leadership and technical skill, partnering closely with the Design Director and cross-functional teams to deliver distinctive products that align with cabi's brand essence, uphold quality standards, and meet commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the end-to-end design process for assigned categories, ensuring superior quality, brand consistency, timely delivery, and commercial viability.
• Independently manage all phases of design, presenting concepts and collaborating effectively with Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Production, and other departments.
• Collaborate extensively with the Design Director on curating seasonal collections that embody cabi's brand identity and business objectives.
• Develop seasonal themes, color schemes, silhouettes, and category plans that ensure cohesive, commercially balanced collections aligned with brand goals.
• Adopt a comprehensive collection-based approach to design, creating assortments and lines that resonate with how customers shop and Stylists sell, while maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship.
• Research cultural, consumer, fashion, and market trends, transforming insights into commercially viable products and inspiring presentations.
• Lead fittings and prototype iterations alongside Product Development and Technical Design teams, maintaining design intent through to final approval.
• Review and approve samples at multiple stages to guarantee fit, quality, and construction adhere to cabi's standards prior to production.
• Produce detailed sketches, CADs, fabric and trim specs, print placements, and presentation materials that effectively communicate design concepts.
• Work closely with Production and overseas vendors to navigate manufacturing challenges without compromising design integrity, deadlines, or budget.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships across various departments and vendors through proactive communication and shared accountability.
• Manage competing priorities assertively in a dynamic environment, owning timelines and swiftly addressing changing needs and challenges.
• Gain in-depth insight into cabi's relationship-selling strategy by integrating feedback from Stylists and Field partners to develop products that enhance storytelling and sales.
• Confidently present design concepts and seasonal strategies to diverse audiences including Product teams, Executive Leadership, Marketing, and Field partners.
• Stay dynamically aware of emerging trends, textile innovations, construction techniques, and continuously seek opportunities to enhance products and processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a closely related discipline.
• 8 to 11 years of experience designing women's apparel, with a proven track record overseeing product development from concept through production.
• Deep expertise in garment construction, patternmaking, fit, fabric selection, trims, and manufacturing workflows.
• Proven leadership in fit assessments, prototype evaluation, garment construction collaboration, and liaising with overseas manufacturers throughout product development.
• Experience using PLM systems and commitment to maintaining accurate product data.
• Advanced skills with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Exceptional attention to detail along with dedication to quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.
• Robust organizational and project management capabilities enabling management of multiple priorities under fast-paced conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the confidence to engage thoughtfully and drive alignment across teams.
• A positive, collaborative, and solution-driven approach paired with strong ownership and accountability.
• A passion for crafting attractive, commercially viable products that delight Stylists and customers alike.

Company Culture and Mission

Joining the cabi team is more than accepting a job—it is embracing a mission focused on uplifting women, fostering growth, and celebrating individuality. We value innovation, authenticity, and connection at every level, inviting creative individuals to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.