Designer, Women's Apparel

Charlotte, NC 28273 Cato is seeking an experienced Designer, Women’s Apparel to join its Design Team. Responsibilities include: • Creating on-trend designs that supplement the development of product consistent with the brand strategy of the company; • Development of new ideas through competitive shopping, trend research, and design recommendations; • Creating sketches and overseeing design and samples throughout the design and development process while adhering to target customer and retail price guidelines; and • Working in a collaborative environment with our merchant and sourcing teams along with Asian suppliers. Requirements: • Minimum of 5-10 years of apparel designer experience with a proven track record in a fashion retail environment; Sweater experience is a plus. • Experience working with overseas suppliers; • Experience in the use of fabrics and how they relate to garment design; • Strong fashion and creative sense; • Excellent design and sketching skills for technical drawings and freeform renderings; • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment; • Experience in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office; • Strong written and verbal communication skills; • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills; • Minimum 2-year college degree in Fashion Design is required