Designer, Wrangler Collaborations & Special Projects

Responsibilities

• Understands Wrangler’s Brand Creative Vision and DNA and utilizes this tool to implement new ideas and innovations.
• Develops and delivers innovative and brand right concepts, color, print & pattern direction, and wash direction.
• Responsible for designing into brand right products. Creates plaids and simple prints and recolors.
• Responsible for the creative aesthetic from concept to consumer for all product and assortment needs. Conducts market research and stays connected to trends.
• Reviews and comments on the details, construction, fabrics, trims, and wash on prototypes with Product Development and overseas partners. Troubleshoots with PD and overseas partners to meet cost targets.
• Strategizes style changes and line enhancements with Merchandising partners.
• Partners with Technical Design team to build into best in class fits and cost efficient constructions.
• Manages and maintains the building of Design presentation boards, decks and Design cadsheets.
• Be a positive influencer to junior designers and direct reports. Connects, communicates, and works efficiently with the Design and Cross-functional teams.
• Understand and deliver to the go-to-market calendar deadlines. Anticipate what’s coming next and what your team/manager may need/want.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, art, graphics or equivalent combination of experience preferred.
• 5+ years of professional experience in apparel design, with at least 1-2 years managing people.

Skills For Success

• Strong knowledge of sourcing fabrics and trims.
• Strong knowledge of garment finishing and washing.
• Proficient in designing - Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, Photoshop, etc, flat sketching skills, and building tech packs.
• Familiar with V-Stitcher/3D design – preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs - as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Efficient in verbal and written communication skills.
• Take ownership and initiative in your category, able to problem solve, think creatively, focus on the details, and a commitment to high quality of work.
• Highly organized and able to communicate appropriately.
• Take ownership and initiative in your category, able to problem solve, think creatively, focus on the details, and a commitment to high quality of work.
• Build trust with your team members in Design, Merch, Tech Design, Overseas Partners, etc.
• Be a positive influencer and mentor junior designers and direct reports.
• Have a positive attitude and outlook and be a team player.

Special Physical And/or Mental Requirements

• Open to travel.
• Able to move around heavy boxes and lift and move tall presentation boards.