Position Summary:

We are seeking a creative and technically proficient Outerwear Designer with experience in outdoor categories like softshell, fleece, rain, and snow. You will be responsible for creating trend-right outerwear that fit our brand's aesthetic, quality, and functional requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of materials, garment construction, and a passion for crafting innovative products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Concept & Design: Perform market analysis in trend forecasting keeping ahead of industry developments, incorporating relevant trends and design inspirations.
• Sketching & Tech Packs: Create original sketches, detailed technical drawings (flats in Adobe Illustrator), and comprehensive tech packs with detailed specifications for production. Create cads for sales.
• Material Selection: select and source new fabrics and trims, ensuring materials meet technical specifications, performance needs, and budget requirements.
• Fittings & Prototyping: Oversee the prototype sampling process, attend fit sessions, and collaborate with technical design teams and manufacturers to ensure proper fit, construction, and quality.
• Collaboration: Partner closely with merchandising, production, sourcing, and tech teams to ensure cohesive collection development and timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Production: approve qualities and colors on fabrics and trims and attend fittings

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 5 + years of proven experience as active/ outdoor outerwear designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing design skills and creativity.
• Strong understanding of outerwear construction including fits, fills, seam finishes, quilting methods, and functional features in fabric and garment.
• Expert in design software, including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• PLM experience a plus
• Excellent sketching and illustration abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be a team player with a collaborative mind set.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with overseas vendors and cross functional teams
• Strong eye for color