Associate Designer; CeCe

Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women’s fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment.

Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women’s empowerment through fashion.

We are seeking a creative, highly organized, and motivated
Associate Designer
to join our Design team. This role will support the Head of Design and Designer throughout the product development process, from initial concept and trend research through development and final production.

The ideal candidate has a strong contemporary fashion sensibility, strong technical design skills, and the ability to balance creativity with commercial and merchandising needs. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and can pivot quickly as business needs evolve.

• Support the
  Head of Design and Designer throughout the seasonal design and development process
  , from initial inspiration and concept development through final production.
• Research seasonal and emerging
  fashion, color, fabric, print, and silhouette trends
  and contribute to inspiration boards, concept boards, sketches, and seasonal presentations that align with brand identity and business strategy.
• Support
  fast-turn and chase collection development
  , helping execute new product opportunities while balancing current production and seasonal development timelines.
• Update and reinterpret
  reorder and carryover bodies
  with fresh design ideas, fabrics, colors, prints, and details that reflect upcoming trends and established seasonal direction.
• Source and develop
  fabrics, trims, and novelty materials for seasonal and chase development
  , identifying appropriate options based on design intent, garment construction, cost, and production requirements.
• Partner closely with
  Production and Fabric teams on fabric and trim development
  , including reviewing counters, sourcing alternatives, supporting cost‑driven material changes, and assisting with mill and material options based on production needs while maintaining design intent.
• Partner with the
  CAD/Print team on print development, recolors, scale, placement, and artwork updates
  based on creative direction from the Head of Design and Designer; coordinate revisions and prepare options for review.
• Create accurate
  flat sketches in Procreate or Adobe Illustrator
  and partner with the Technical Designer to create, maintain, and update tech packs throughout the development and production process.
• Assist with reviewing and commenting on
  lab dips, strike‑offs, and development submits
  for assigned styles, partnering with the Designer and Head of Design on approvals as needed.
• Collaborate with
  Sales, Production, Technical Design, and other cross‑functional teams
  to keep development moving and ensure design intent is maintained throughout the process.
• Contribute to
  fabric, color, print, and style assortments
  with a strong merchandising and commercial perspective.
• Support the Design team with
  seasonal files, development materials, design sheets, and PLM updates as needed
  , particularly during peak development and production periods.

• 3+ years of fashion design experience
  , preferably within the contemporary market.
• Strong understanding of
  contemporary fashion, market trends, and commercial product development
  .
• Strong knowledge of
  garment construction, fit, fabric qualities, and production…