Sr. Apparel Designer - Simms

Revelyst•Bozeman, MT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Revelyst is a collective of makers that designs and manufactures performance gear and precision technologies. Its brands combine craftsmanship, consumer insights, and cross-functional collaboration to create products that inspire participation, improve performance, and connect people with outdoor activities. Simms builds premium fishing gear for demanding conditions, with a heritage of innovation, quality, and craftsmanship. The Sr. Apparel Designer will help shape the creative direction of Simms apparel collections. The role translates consumer insights, emerging trends, and the brand’s technical heritage into elevated apparel designs with exceptional performance, function, and style. The designer leads design execution from concept development and seasonal color direction through material selection, garment design, and commercialization, partnering closely with Product Development, Merchandising, and other cross-functional teams. The successful candidate brings a sophisticated design perspective, strong technical knowledge, and a deep understanding of materials, construction, fit, and performance. They will advance Simms’ apparel design capabilities, strengthen brand distinction, elevate the angler experience, and support profitable growth. This position is based in the Bozeman, Montana office and reports to the Sr. Director, Product - Simms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
6–8+ years of apparel design experience.
A strong portfolio demonstrating advanced sportswear design expertise; technical, performance, or outdoor apparel experience is preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Expert knowledge of color theory, merchandising, garment construction, fit, silhouettes, fabrication, prints, graphics, embellishments, and trims.
Exceptional conceptual and creative skills, including the ability to translate consumer insights, trends, and brand stories into innovative, commercially relevant designs.
Ability to develop cohesive color and design direction across an entire product line.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, including partnering effectively with Product Development, Merchandising, Sales, and other teams.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing premium technical or performance apparel for outdoor or active consumers.
Strong understanding of emerging sportswear trends, innovative materials, and advanced garment construction.
Ability to challenge conventional design thinking and deliver distinctive, market-relevant products.
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and commitment to continuous learning and design excellence.

Responsibilities

Create innovative, differentiated apparel designs that elevate the Simms brand and meet high sportswear design standards.
Develop seasonal apparel concepts, color palettes, and design direction informed by consumer insights, market trends, and brand strategy.
Translate creative concepts into functional, technically advanced apparel balancing performance, fit, construction, materials, and aesthetics.
Execute apparel design from initial concept through commercialization while maintaining design intent, quality, and product integrity.
Collaborate with Product Development, Merchandising, Brand, Marketing, and Sourcing to deliver differentiated, commercially viable products.
Select fabrics, materials, trims, colors, and construction techniques that enhance performance, durability, and consumer experience.
Research emerging sportswear, outdoor apparel, materials, and construction trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
Present design concepts, seasonal direction, and product recommendations to cross-functional partners and leadership; incorporate feedback while maintaining a strong creative point of view.
Apply Simms brand standards across apparel collections while identifying opportunities to evolve the brand’s design language.
Balance creative vision with consumer demand, cost targets, manufacturability, and business objectives to support profitable product creation.
Resolve design and product challenges with cross-functional teams while maintaining development timelines and product quality.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.