Designer, Home Textiles (San Jose)

Since 1991, Coyuchi has been a leader in crafting organic linens

producing products using the most environmentally responsible methods possible. Since then, we continue to inspire the industry by focusing on the soil from which it all starts. Striving to have our fibers grown on land that is farmed in its most natural state, so we can make the smallest impact on the Earth, as we create comfort.

Coyuchi is a multi-channel retailer with a store in Point Reyes Station, a robust wholesale business and direct-to-consumer channels including Coyuchi.com.

Position overview

The Designer, Home Textiles at Coyuchi manages the design process from product trend + ideation through final line review. Working under the leadership of the Design Director, the roles primary responsibilities are to design beautiful, innovative, and sustainable products that tell the stories of our brand + support the growth of core product categories. The Designer works closely alongside the Product Development, Merchandising, & Production teams to bring to life beautiful, unique, sustainably sourced products. This person should have deep knowledge and passion for Home textiles, appreciation of elevated and sustainable design practices and be a creative problem solver.

Primary Responsibilities

Design product from concept through final line (adoption)

Research seasonal and competitor trends, colors, materials exploring new materials and techniques to elevate the brand

Create product in accordance with seasonal themes and stories and work to ensure new product will align with these goals

Produce product artwork in both print and digital form for line presentations and vendor development

Manage initial color approvals, ensuring color represents the theme of the season and matches / coordinates throughout the line

Partner daily with cross-functional teams to monitor progress of all development samples and resolve issues / concerns regarding fabrics, trims, color, and specs. Includes regular meetings with vendors.

Generate, maintain and update tech packages and corresponding artwork

Create and maintain seasonal visuals (current line assortment + new)

Ensure all pre-production activities are completed on time, and in accordance with Coyuchi sustainability and quality standards

Clearly communicate pre-production challenges to internal teams and manage impact on production

Design processes and presentation

Document the design process, seasonal themes, and product qualities to share with the rest of the company

Educate the rest of the company about current and upcoming product and trends

Maintain the Product Dossier updated and the Coyuchi Design DNA guidelines

Go to Market Calendar

Attend season hindsight meetings and incorporate feedback into line development

Manage to the Go to Market deadlines and hand offs (timing, accuracy)

Present the line during Design review, Proto Review, FLR and at Season Launch

Support companywide goals through the development of unique product and growth of existing core product per the briefing and category strategy set forth by Leadership

Qualifications

Minimum of 4+ years designing and developing Home Textiles, Bedding and Bath experience preferred.

Bachelors degree in textile design or related field preferred

Understanding of fabric qualities and constructions, techniques, and how they affect quality, suitability and costing

Highly curated taste level and sense of color

Must be proficient in Adobe CS / CC, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Google Suite, Knowledge of Asana

Strong communication, problem solving and time management skills

Experience with international communications and working with overseas vendors

Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.