Senior Denim Designer, Walmart Brands
$110,000–$120,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Create original denim designs for Walmart's Private Label Brands, managing the product lifecycle from development through production with a focus on fit, fabric, finish, and costing. Research retail marketplaces and competitors to identify trends and product opportunities, then plan lines according to style plans and sales needs. Develop fabrics, wash palettes, and styling details while collaborating daily with Walmart designers and suppliers to ensure execution meets cost targets. Attend fittings, provide feedback to technical design, and organize sample reviews with cross-functional partners including sales, production, and marketing. Manage overseas communication with sample facilities and maintain collateral such as sketches, CADs, and line sheets. Prioritize deadlines and adapt to new programs or technologies as needed.
Required Qualifications
- BA degree from accredited art/fashion school
- 7 + years of experience in apparel design
- Proficient sketching in Illustrator
- Proficiency with Photoshop
- Ability to interface with Department heads outside of Design i.e., Production/Sales to drive results
- Ability to develop a line from concept to completion without supervision from supervisors
- Ability to identify key trends and determine how they appropriately relate to the brand/consumer
Desired Qualifications
- PLM experience (Centric, Bamboo Rose)
- 3D CAD experience (Browzwear Lotta)
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