Designer, Intimates

Tefron•New York, NY

About The Position

Tefron is a global B2B brand with a specialised focus in the activewear and intimates’ spaces. Our key values include innovating through garment design lead with solution based product and cutting-edge yarns. At the core of what we do we are focused on sustainability and doing good together as a community with innovation being the focal point of all our global projects. At Tefron, we are committed to promoting and celebrating diversity and inclusion within our team. No matter who you are, what you do or how you do it, we value unique talents, contributions and most importantly, respect. THE TEAM: Tefron’s Design Team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focused. They are passionate about creating purpose-led product for the activewear market base. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross-functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritising team connection. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: Design and develop seasonal collections for intimates categories, curating products that reflect market insights and deliver a strong point of view from concept through to final prototype, aligned with customer-targeted price points. Identify global macro trends and analyze comparable markets to uncover whitespace opportunities, product shifts, and emerging or declining silos within bralettes and panties. Keep a finger on the pulse of innovation and newness in sustainable yarns and practices, understanding how these can be leveraged and marketed across Tefron’s product categories and production capabilities. Create detailed sketches and digital renderings that clearly communicate design intent to internal teams and overseas partners. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Production Managers, Technical Design, Sales, and overseas partners to ensure design integrity throughout the development cycle. Prepare and present seasonal trend direction through comprehensive decks that capture research, findings, and product concepts, highlighting market gaps and opportunities for customer presentations both digitally and in person. Participate in fittings and apply design-focused solutions to improve garment performance, construction, and visual appeal. Help mentor and support more junior team members, offering feedback and contributing to team knowledge sharing. Manage workload independently, meeting calendar deadlines and delivering on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to travel for trend research and in-person client meetings.

Requirements

4-7 years industry experience required.
BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent).
Comfortable in Adobe Suites platforms.
Experience and comfortable working in PLM system.
Expert in your technical knowledge and design ability.
Expert knowledge of the U.S. apparel industry landscape, with focus on intimates brands and retailers; knowledge of activewear a plus.
Razor sharp attention to detail around product/process so that we build beautiful technical apparel. You have a clear understanding of function and how to embed style, beauty and fashion where needed. Finding a balance in the product.
Must have a valid passport.

Nice To Haves

An understanding in 3D design, an asset.
Have strong comprehension of market analytics to better understand how lines and garments are performing in the market.
You can work independently and continuously innovate to achieve great results.

Responsibilities

Design and develop seasonal collections for intimates categories, curating products that reflect market insights and deliver a strong point of view from concept through to final prototype, aligned with customer-targeted price points.
Identify global macro trends and analyze comparable markets to uncover whitespace opportunities, product shifts, and emerging or declining silos within bralettes and panties.
Keep a finger on the pulse of innovation and newness in sustainable yarns and practices, understanding how these can be leveraged and marketed across Tefron’s product categories and production capabilities.
Create detailed sketches and digital renderings that clearly communicate design intent to internal teams and overseas partners.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Production Managers, Technical Design, Sales, and overseas partners to ensure design integrity throughout the development cycle.
Prepare and present seasonal trend direction through comprehensive decks that capture research, findings, and product concepts, highlighting market gaps and opportunities for customer presentations both digitally and in person.
Participate in fittings and apply design-focused solutions to improve garment performance, construction, and visual appeal.
Help mentor and support more junior team members, offering feedback and contributing to team knowledge sharing.
Manage workload independently, meeting calendar deadlines and delivering on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to travel for trend research and in-person client meetings.