TUMI Genomics

Designer

• This position will be responsible for designing and developing trend-right, elevated product for the Tumi customer from concept to commercialization.
• Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing all designs with designers, researching competitive market, developing seasonal design concepts under guidance of Design Director and Head of Women’s design.
• Assisting in design presentation, creating technical drawings, as well as maintaining product specifications from start to production for new collections as well existing collections.
• Research global and competitive markets, consumer insights, materials, silhouettes, and emerging trends to inform seasonal design direction.
• Develop and execute compelling design concepts aligned with brand strategy and customer needs.
• Create concept boards, inspiration decks, and mood boards to communicate seasonal narratives, color stories, materials, and key design ideas.
• Generate hand sketches, CAD drawings, and design iterations for handbags, small leather goods, and accessories.
• Create and maintain detailed technical drawings, specifications, and design packages from concept through production.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of specifications, measurements, construction details, and materials throughout the development process.
• Manage and communicate all specification changes, updating technical drawings and documentation as needed.
• Review and approve confirmation and pre-production samples in partnership with Product Development and Design, ensuring alignment with design intent, quality standards, and cost targets.
• Create and maintain professional presentation materials in Power Point to support internal design reviews and cross-functional meetings.
• Present design concepts, prototypes, and samples to Design leadership and cross-functional partners, clearly articulating design intent, functionality, and seasonal vision.
• Partner closely with Product Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Production to support successful product execution.
• Follow product through the commercialization process, supporting timelines and ensuring design integrity through final production.
• Track and manage changes throughout development, communicating updates to all relevant partners.
• Support ongoing updates and refinements to existing collections as needed.

Designer, Women's