Senior Accessory Designer

Job Title:

Senior Designer – Product & Merchandising

Location:

Ahmedabad (On-site)

Experience:

4+ years

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Design

About Ecoright
Ecoright is an award-winning sustainable house of brands, founded by IIM Calcutta alumni, on a mission to make sustainability exciting, accessible, and impactful.  We create planet-friendly products that are fun, functional, and fashion-forward—each rooted in strong design and ethical manufacturing. As a multi-brand company, Ecoright offers the opportunity to work across diverse sustainable brands, all united by a shared commitment to people and the planet.

Role Overview
We're seeking a  Senior Designer  who will lead the  end-to-end product creation journey —from concept to commercialization. You will be responsible for building complete seasonal collections that include defining  shapes, materials, accessories (hardware & trims), prints, color palettes, and finishes . This is a hands-on role that combines deep creative thinking with a strong understanding of product development and merchandising.
You will also be responsible for  guiding a team of designers , collaborating with production and sourcing, and ensuring commercial and aesthetic alignment with the brand.

Key Responsibilities

1. Concept & Collection Development
Own and drive seasonal collection planning across categories (bags, accessories, lifestyle products)
Research trends in fashion, sustainability, and consumer behavior to create design mood boards and themes
Define product  shapes, silhouettes, materials, hardware, zippers, trims, and finishings
Select  sustainable materials  and build material boards per collection
Build  cohesive print stories  across categories (all-over prints, placement graphics, patchworks, etc.)
Finalize  color palettes  aligned with brand tone and global trend forecasts

2. Design Execution
Create detailed tech packs with construction details, specifications, and size dimensions
Work on sampling and prototyping closely with the production and sourcing teams
Ensure technical feasibility of designs and consistency in  quality, cost, and manufacturability
Maintain a balance of  aesthetic, functionality, and sustainability  in all designs
Review and iterate on samples with vendors and the internal QC team

3. Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and review work from junior designers and freelancers
Allocate design tasks, provide technical feedback, and oversee deadlines and output quality
Collaborate with cross-functional teams: production, marketing, sourcing, and e-commerce

4. Merchandising & Buying
Plan product assortments and line sheets tailored for online, offline, and marketplace channels
Source third-party products or accessories that align with Ecoright's brand language
Evaluate products based on pricing, target audience, and category fit
Ensure product ranges are  balanced across price points, functions, and aesthetics

What We're Looking For
4+ years of experience in product/accessory/fashion design with end-to-end development exposure
Bachelor's degree in Design from a recognized institution (bags/accessory specialization is a plus)
Strong understanding of  construction, materials, trims, printing techniques, and finishing
Prior experience working with  natural and sustainable materials  (canvas, jute, recycled polyester, etc.)
Technical proficiency in  Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Corel Draw , and  spec sheet creation
Great color and trend sense, with the ability to visualize and build entire collections
Experience in vendor management, sourcing, and merchandising preferred
Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills

Why Join Us
Join a fast-growing sustainable lifestyle brand with global reach
Be a part of a purpose-led, creatively driven team
Work on diverse, innovative product lines with full ownership
Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities

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