Senior Designer, Women's Apparel (Located In Kenosha, WI Or New York, NY)

At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It's the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort. Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service is legendary.

We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?

Jockey is seeking a Senior Designer, Women's Apparel, to join our Design team!

The Senior Designer, Women's Apparel, will execute all assigned categories of design with high-level expertise product focus. This position is responsible for developing seasonal collections that drive growth and adhere to the brand's DNA. This role will continuously drive creativity, innovation, and ensure the successful development of high-quality designs for women's apparel. It will uphold the brand aesthetic, while also evolving with industry needs and trends. This position can be based in either Kenosha, WI, or New York, NY.

This position can be located at our corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI (between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI area), or our office in New York City, NY.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drive the design process from concept development to final product, ensuring that designs align with the brand's vision, target market, and business objectives.

• Conduct trend research and analysis, staying updated on industry trends, consumer preferences, and market demands specific to women's apparel.

• Develop and present seasonal design concepts, including sketches, fabrications, and silhouettes, to internal stakeholders for buy-in and approval.

• Research and drive seasonal color palettes for women's apparel categories, collaborating with Design management and art team to ensure impactful, concise palettes that deliver newness and cover women's apparel needs.

• Competitively shop the market in order to provide design inspiration and trend reports to cross-functional teams.

• Design product with expert-level flat sketches, technical design drawings, and validate with Technical Design the tech packs for style development.

• Select and develop fabric, trims, elastics, and branding elements to achieve target costs.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Product Development, and Sourcing, to align on design direction, timelines, and production feasibility.

• Oversee the creation of prototypes and samples, providing feedback and ensuring designs are executed correctly and meet quality standards.

• Collaborate with the Product Development team to source and select materials, trims, and embellishments that align with design concepts and cost targets specific to women's apparel.

• Drive the initial proto tech packs and communicate new products with cross-functional teams. Work in PLM system throughout design process.

• Responsible for BOMs and sketches.

• Lead fittings with design aesthetic, collaborate with Technical Design to send garment and workmanship comments on fit samples, and update PLM accordingly.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape and consumer preferences within the women's apparel industry.

• Research markets to identify new assortment opportunities and merchandise trends.

• Create and maintain presentation documents, tools, and samples. Present designs in meetings.

• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Design team.

• Stay updated on advancements in design software and tools, effectively utilizing them to enhance the design process and workflow.

• Impart expert-level design knowledge on Design team.

• Manage and mentor Assistant and Associate Designers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 7-10 years of apparel design experience in the women's apparel category, preferably active or athleisure, with strong knowledge of fabrics and trims and a solid understanding of the design process.

• Bachelor's degree in design or related field required.

• Ability to manage team priorities, goals, and objectives. Able to dive in to help the team problem solve.

• Proficient in designing apparel that prioritizes comfort, fit and support, while also considering aesthetics and fashion trends.

• A deep understanding of design principles, garment construction, and fabric selection.

• Acquainted with trends and preferences, as well as understanding the unique considerations of the target market.

• The ability to identify and interpret market trends, consumer preferences, and fashion forecasts to create designs that align with current and future market needs.

• Understanding of the technical aspects and technical specifications of women's apparel, as well as understanding of specialized sewing techniques.

• Ability to pay close attention to details, such as trims, finishes, and stitching, to ensure the quality and integrity of the final product.

• Effective communication skills.

• Experience creating presentation boards and collaborating on the creation of visually compelling materials.

• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow through on tasks.

• Ability to multitask and effectively handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

• A passion for innovation, creativity, and continuous learning in the field of design within the women's apparel

• Ability to travel between offices seasonally, as needed.

• Proficient in Adobe Suite, particularly Illustrator, to efficiently create and modify designs.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Sold working knowledge of PLM system.

In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment, and exciting career growth opportunities!