Job Description
The Senior Product Designer - Apparel role is a high level apparel position responsible for the full lifecycle of product within the Velocio line. In-depth process from ideation, materials, prototyping, testing & collaboration with our manufacturing partners to improve existing and innovate on next generation product are the core of this work.Design, develop and iterate on styles within the Velocio collectionOwn styles, categories, collections within the Velocio lineFull lifecycle: Concepting, Design, Materials, Tech pack development, prototyping, testing/fitting, collaboration with PLM on forecasting/costingCollaboration with materials suppliers and manufacturing partners to manage development timelines and keep GTM on scheduleWork collaboratively with marketing, sales & content teams to align with product go-live planningOwn end to end design & development of SMU, Limited Edition, Collab, Custom projectsBachelor’s degree in apparel/textile design or related field5+ years of design experience in the outdoor apparel industry, preferably high-performance outerwear, cycling or MTB apparelHighly creative and iterative approachWillingness to own projects and pursue innovationMotivated self-starter with the ability to work independentlyCollaborative, Excellent communication and organizational skillsDeep understanding of trend, function, aesthetic and how product relates to brandFirst-hand Cycling/MTB market experience preferredAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyUnderstanding of targets as they relate to product lineUnderstanding of target costing and impact on margin/retail pricingAbility to travel internationally to visit suppliers, manufacturing partnersAbility to travel domestically to meet with Velocio teamsThe salary range is $100,000 + up to 30% (Canadian Dollars) based on skills and experience level. This position is eligible for an annual corporate bonus based on company and individual performance.