Designer II Sportstyle Apparel

YOUR MISSION

• Create and execute innovative apparel designs which bring the Ambassadors’ vision to life and meet the requirements of the Sportstyle Business Unit under the direction of the Design Director.

• Balance expectations of the brand, business unit and ambassador / collab partners whilst creating exciting new product.

• Integrate the latest product and technical developments into designs; ensure that design activities leverage learning across the Puma organization.

• Create products that reinforce and strengthen the brand position and help to generate consumer demand.

• Collect market intelligence, providing all involved with accurate and up-to-date information on design trends and developments; leverage these within the design process.  

• Produce, maintain and update creative presentations, sketches, Illustrator drawings, specifications, mood boards, color directions as required.

• ​Build and maintain strong working relationships with the team across functions including design, product management and marketing. Facilitate alignment of footwear, apparel and accessories. 

• Contribute to adequate protection of PUMA’s intellectual property.

• Oversee ordering of early release product, special orders, and buys for any product gifting related to ambassador. 

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fashion and/or relevant field of study

• 2+ years relevant experience in the fashion, sportswear or casual sports lifestyle space specializing in apparel; collaboration experience is a plus. 

• Deep understanding of what streetwear and fashion consumers are looking for; knowledge of the lifestyle market and high fashion trends; ability to translate those trends into relevant product design.

• Experience of working in a small design team is a strong advantage—hands-on orientation.

• Proficiency and refinement in all stages of design and presentation, from concept to final design review.

• Have a broad knowledge of apparel manufacturing, cut-and-sew design. Prototyping skills are a plus. 

• Proficient to advanced knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. 3D knowledge is a plus. 

• Function autonomously as well as in a cooperative, diverse group with the ability to adapt to change quickly.

• Tremendous attention to detail, and extraordinary time-management skills; ability to thrive under and adhere to tight timelines.

• Travel on development, market and inspiration trips as needed, may be with short notice (domestic and international - up to 20%)

• Please also add your PORTFOLIO to your application. 

The Hiring range base pay for this position is $66,560 - $87,140 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate) 

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