Designer - Women's Apparel

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly creative, technical, and innovative Women’s Apparel Designer to lead

the design of our women’s product assortment. This role is responsible for driving the vision and

execution of high-performing, on-brand silhouettes built for active, outdoor, and everyday wear.

The ideal candidate combines a strong eye for aesthetic and innovation with deep knowledge of

performance materials, technical construction, and fit for the female build.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal collections across core performance, lifestyle, and outdoor
  
  

women’s categories.

• Own all phases of design from concept, mood board creation, and sketching to tech
  
  

pack development and sampling.

• Conduct market research, trend forecasting, and focus group input sessions to inform
  
  

future lines.

• Partner closely with VP, Product Development, and Merchandising to execute designs
  
  

on time and within margin targets.

• Lead fittings and iterate on prototypes with technical precision.
• Build and maintain seasonal color palettes, fabric libraries, and trim packages.
• Ensure each product delivers on fit, function, durability, and brand DNA.
  
  

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in women's apparel design, with a strong emphasis on
  
  

activewear and lifestyle categories.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator), PLM systems, and CAD
  
  

sketching.

• Deep knowledge of women’s fit, patterning, construction, and innovative materials.
• Strong understanding of body movement and performance features for female
  
  

consumers.

• Proven ability to manage multiple styles per season and work cross-functionally.
• Highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Bonus Experience

• Background in outdoor apparel design for women.
• Familiarity with emerging textile innovations and sustainable performance materials.
• Experience in a DTC or digital