Lead Designer & Product Innovation Manager - Children’s Sleepwear & Family Loungewear

6-Month Contract Position with Potential for Long-Term Partnership Position Overview We are seeking a highly creative and strategic Lead Designer to drive design and product innovation for our core business: children’s sleepwear and apparel (including swimwear), with complementary matching family loungewear. This role is design-first, with a strong emphasis on creating original prints, patterns, and products for babies and children, while extending collections across men’s and women’s styles. If a long term relationship is established, this person will also lead product innovation, seasonal development, and category expansion from concept through production. The ideal candidate combines strong creative instincts with a strategic mindset—someone who not only designs compelling products but also identifies what to create next to grow the brand. Core Responsibilities Design Leadership (Primary Focus) Create original prints, patterns, and product designs aligned with the brand vision Develop seasonal collections that are fresh, cohesive, and commercially strong Ensure all designs meet children’s apparel standards for fit, construction, and safety Development & Production Execution Prepare detailed tech packs and specifications for factories Manage communication with overseas manufacturers on design, sizing, materials, and timelines Oversee sampling from prototype to final approval and ensure production accuracy Additional design responsibilities include preparing labeling and packaging, making sure all required information is accurate Troubleshoot production challenges and implement solutions Brand Ownership & Collaboration Protect and manage proprietary prints and design assets Partner with marketing and content teams to align product launches and campaigns Ensure timely readiness of product and visual assets for all channels Long Term Identify and develop new product categories, collections, and assortment expansions Improve existing products through enhancements in fit, materials, and functionality Build and manage a forward-looking seasonal product roadmap Qualifications Strong background in children’s apparel, textile, or print design Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Experience working with overseas factories and product development cycles Highly organized with strong attention to detail Strategic thinker who proactively brings new ideas and product direction Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred Passion for building and evolving a long-term brand #J-18808-Ljbffr Leveret Clothing