Design Director, China Market- Victoria's Secret

Why You Belong Here At Victoria’s Secret & Co, you’ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy. We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business. Description The Design Director, China Market is a key member of the Victoria’s Secret Global Brand Design team, responsible for executing design for the China market within a unified global framework. This role brings deep understanding of the China customer and market landscape, translating global design direction into relevant, customer-centric product while maintaining a consistent brand expression worldwide. Execute design for the China market aligned to global brand vision and category strategy Translate global design direction into market-relevant intimates product for China Bring forward China customer insights, trends, and competitive context to inform global design conversations Create original, commercially viable designs across intimates categories within global frameworks Ensure consistency of brand aesthetic, quality, and standards globally Partner closely with global and JV cross-functional teams to drive alignment from concept to execution Develop sketches, prototypes, and specifications to support product development Collaborate with product development and manufacturing partners to ensure design intent is executed Monitor product performance and customer feedback to refine design direction Manage multiple priorities, delivering against timelines, quality, and cost expectations Present design concepts and product direction to regional and global stakeholders Partner closely with Global Design, Merchandising, Product Development, and Marketing, this role ensures strong alignment from concept through execution—supporting a “one brand” approach while driving commercially successful assortments for China. Click here for benefit details related to this position. Minimum Salary: $152,300.00 Maximum Salary: $216,090.00 VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in fashion design or related field 8+ years of design experience, with strong focus on intimates Strong understanding of lingerie construction, fit, and materials Proven ability to balance creative design with commercial outcomes Experience Working In Global Or Matrixed Organizations Preferred Understanding of China consumer and market dynamics Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Fluent in Mandarin and English Strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills Agile, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively Must be willing to travel up to 2-3 trips annually to China; up to 40 days/ year Must be willing to flex work hours as needed for China time zone (i.e.: 7-9am and pm) We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.