Seasonal design manager - sports apparel and accessories

Design for Impact: A Seasonal Creative Role


About the Position

We seek a creative and innovative Design Manager to develop market-relevant design concepts for our brand and category, focusing on sustainability and achieving the best value for money.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in project and design roles, preferably in the sporting goods industry, with expertise in product development processes, materials, and workmanship. Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and 3D design tools is also essential.

* Develop and execute seasonal creative concepts, color cards, and commercial stories that meet target pricing and integrate environmental social governance (ESG) considerations into external partnerships.
* Collaborate with product lifecycle managers (PLS) and development teams to ensure seamless execution.
* Present category assets at key milestone presentations and maintain consistent design language across brands and categories.
* Stay informed on industry trends and competition, and network with stakeholders to set or follow industry trends.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the sporting goods market and its business model.
* Ability to translate design concepts into commercially viable products, primarily in apparel.
* Strong project and time management skills, with a bachelor's degree in fashion/product design or related fields/project management.

As a Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sports apparel and accessories with creativity, sustainability, and innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity to bring your skills and experience to a dynamic team and contribute to the development of exciting new products.