Senior Apparel Designer

- Lead and develop a team of apparel designers, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.

- Drive the design vision and strategy for multiple brands, from initial concept through final product approval.

- Present brand concepts and collections to buyers and leadership, delivering compelling storytelling and business insights.

- Research and interpret seasonal trends, traveling domestically and internationally to gather inspiration and market intelligence.

- Develop seasonal color palettes, select fabrics and trims, and manage material libraries to ensure brand alignment.

- Oversee product development for all classifications, managing design packages, sketches, and PLM data.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs, resolve calendar issues, and deliver innovative products.

- Identify new business opportunities and white space, articulating ideas to drive growth and differentiation.

- 10+ years of fashion industry experience in apparel design, with proven team leadership.

- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative vision, trend awareness, and successful product launches.

- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and PLM systems.

- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Fine Arts, or equivalent experience.