Senior Designer - Handbags and Small Leather Goods

ANINE BING is seeking a Senior Designer specializing in handbags and small leather goods to join our dynamic Design team.

This Senior Designer, Handbags & SLG, is highly creative, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Flexible and adaptable, the ideal candidate thrives on managing shifting priorities while maintaining a commitment to crafting innovative, high-quality designs. They bring exceptional communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for excellence that aligns with ANINE BING’s aesthetic and brand values.

This role is based out of our Paris HQ.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process for bags and small leather goods, including trend research, concept development, CADs, and creating detailed tech packs.
• Source materials and trims for bags and small leather goods, ensuring alignment with design requirements and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Production team to adhere to the time and action calendar, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
• Oversee the development of prototypes, managing all details via PLM systems and vendor communication.
• Review and correct prototypes received, providing clear feedback to vendors to ensure alignment with design specifications.
• Conduct trend and market research to inform designs, staying ahead of industry trends and maintaining a competitive edge.
• Maintain consistent communication with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure seamless execution of collections.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines.
• Uphold ANINE BING’s design integrity and quality standards throughout the development process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field. (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).
• 7-10 years of experience in bags, leather goods, or similar product categories; experience with contemporary fashion brands is a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel; experience with PLM systems is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of leather, fabrics, and materials, with a keen eye for detail and quality.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Benefits & Perks:

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and encouraged paid time off.
• And More: Enjoy a generous employee discount and wardrobe allowance.

Working at ANINE BING

ANINE BING seeks to empower its employees by providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global brand, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

More about ANINE BING

ANINE BING is a Los Angeles-based fashion house started in 2012 that blends elements of Scandinavian simplicity with American energy to offer modern wardrobe essentials for women seeking a timeless yet rebellious approach to everyday style. Since its launch, ANINE BING has built a global brand represented across 90+ countries, including brick-and-mortar retail stores in cities worldwide.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, ANINE BING has over 200 employees and is backed by key investors, which include Index Ventures founder Danny Rimer (Facebook, Dropbox, Roblox, Net-A-Porter), Greycroft Partners founder Dana Settle (Bumble, Cuyana, Farfetch), and Felix Capital founder Frederic Court (Goop, Farfetch, Vitrue, Dailymotion).