Basics Designer - Utility Bedding

Our client, a home textiles company, is seeking a Basics Designer to join their design team. This role focuses on the development of utility and basic bedding products (fabric construction, product performance, quality, and value) rather than fashion-driven prints and patterns.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop utility and basic home products, including bed pillows, comforters, mattress pads, mattress toppers, window products, and solid decorative pillows.Create detailed technical specifications and tech packs covering fabric construction, materials, dimensions, fills, sewing details, and performance requirements.Research market trends, materials, construction techniques, competitive products, and consumer needs.Communicate directly with domestic and international vendors regarding product development, samples, revisions, and approvals.Review samples, materials, and product submissions to ensure quality and alignment with specifications.Track development timelines, maintain accurate product records, and collaborate cross-functionally to move products from concept through production.Ideal Candidate:Experience in home textiles, bedding, product design, or product development.Strong technical knowledge of woven and knit fabrics, construction, and performance materials.Experience creating detailed tech packs and technical product specifications.A strong understanding of functionality, quality, comfort, and value in product development.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with vendors and cross-functional teams.Interested? Please submit your resume for consideration!You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early.