Director of Design and Merchandising (New York City Metropolitan Area)

About EnVogue International

EnVogue International is a fast-growing, trend-driven home décor company creating products for some of the largest retailers in North America. Since 2008, we’ve built a diverse portfolio spanning decorative pillows, bedding, rugs, bath, kitchen textiles, home fragrance, furniture, tabletop, and more.

Our teams work at the intersection of design, trend, and retail, turning emerging ideas into products that reach customers nationwide. With an entrepreneurial culture, global manufacturing capabilities, and a constantly evolving product portfolio, EnVogue offers designers the opportunity to have a real creative impact and see their ideas come to life in the marketplace.

About the Role

As Director of Design & Merchandising – Decorative Pillows , you will lead the creative direction and development of trend-driven decorative pillow collections, with a strong emphasis on textile design, product merchandising, materials, and commercially relevant design. You will oversee seasonal concepts, assortment development, product execution, and the design team while partnering closely with Sales, Product Development, and Production.

What You'll Do

• Lead the creative direction, seasonal design strategy, and assortment development for decorative pillows.
• Research and translate trends in color, print, pattern, texture, materials, and home décor into commercially relevant collections.
• Drive product merchandising and line building, balancing design, fabrication, price points, product mix, and retailer needs.
• Direct the development of original artwork, prints, patterns, embroideries, textures, constructions, and decorative techniques.
• Identify new product opportunities, innovative materials, and assortment strategies to support category growth.
• Remain hands-on throughout the design process, from concept development and CADs through sampling and final product.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the design team while overseeing creative execution, priorities, and timelines.
• Review artwork, CADs, tech packs, and samples to maintain design intent, quality, and consistency.
• Partner with Sales on buyer presentations, retailer-specific assortments, and merchandising strategies.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Sourcing, and Production on materials, costing, construction, and product execution.
• Work with overseas manufacturing partners on fabric development, sampling, and production techniques.

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of design experience in soft home textiles, including decorative pillows, bedding, rugs, bath, kitchen textiles, or related home décor categories.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring design teams.
• Strong background in trend forecasting, concept development, product merchandising, and line building.
• Excellent eye for color, print, pattern, texture, fabrications, and textile construction.
• Ability to translate trends into cohesive, commercially viable collections for major retailers.
• Strong understanding of product development, materials, manufacturing techniques, and price-point positioning.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience working with overseas factories and cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, or related field preferred.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative direction, textile design, product development, and merchandising expertise.

EnVogue International reserves the right to adjust compensation within or beyond the stated range based on experience, market conditions, and internal compensation considerations.