(USA) Manager, Apparel Designer

Walmart • New York, NY

122d • $108,000 - $216,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about fashion design, especially in the area of casual tailoring? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and enjoy bringing new tailored concepts to life? If so, you could be the perfect fit for our Designer, Casual Tailoring role! As a Designer, you will take ownership of the seasonal development process for our casual tailoring assortment. You'll play a leading role in conceptualizing, developing, and executing original, trend-right designs that align with our private label strategy, drive sales, and exceed customer expectations.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of previous fashion design experience, ideally with a focus on tailoring, suiting, or structured apparel.
• Strong eye for detail and a creative, innovative approach to tailored design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint (Windows).
• Experience with Illustrator sketching and garment flats; 3D design software experience (e.g., Browzwear Lotta and/or V-Stitcher) is a plus.
• Experience creating tech-packs, trend presentations, and line sheets.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects forward.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; collaborative team player.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to present design concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience managing seasonal collections from concept to production.
• Strong understanding of fit, construction, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently research and identify trend directions for casual tailoring.
• Create digital concept/mood boards, analyze runway and retail collections, and gather inspiration for fabrics, construction, and silhouettes.
• Lead the design and development of seasonal casual tailoring collections for our private label brands, from initial sketches through to final samples.
• Create detailed sketches, participate in fittings, and source fabrics and trims.
• Prepare comprehensive tech-packs, trend decks, and line sheets for internal and external partners.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including merchandising, product development, and quality assurance to bring casual tailoring collections to market.
• Communicate brand design direction and provide feedback on prototypes to domestic and international suppliers, both virtually and in person.
• Manage the design and development of styles according to line plans, sales needs, and trend insights, ensuring all deadlines in the product development calendar are met.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• Multiple health plans
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical, vision and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education benefit program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree