United Legwear & Apparel Co. · 19 hours ago
Performance Sock Designer
Costa Mesa, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expUnited Legwear & Apparel Co. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of legwear and apparel. The Performance Sock Designer will drive the design process from concept to delivery, focusing on strategy based on consumer insights and collaboration with various teams to deliver premium quality products.
ApparelFashionManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Balance creative vision with volume drivers to achieve revenue performance & profitability
Partner with Merchandising and Marketing to drive results through product marketing
Seek ways to leverage existing products and innovations throughout the design process
Drive delivery against all design dates and gates throughout our GTM cycle
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Merchandising, Development, Marketing, and E-Commerce teams to ensure product features and design intent are clearly communicated across all touchpoints
Introduce innovative product ideas to drive the Socks business with clear consumer needs
Contribute to the seasonal color and pattern direction
Balance creative vision with volume drivers to achieve revenue performance & profitability
Partner with Merchandising and Marketing to drive results through product marketing
Seek ways to leverage existing products and innovations throughout the design process
Drive delivery against all design dates and gates throughout our GTM cycle
Knowledge of customer behavior, market trends, and future trend forecasting
Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company's needs and operations
Attend required training workshops via ADP designated by the supervisor or manager for upskilling or any other performance-related functions based on productivity and monthly check-ins
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Product Design, Industrial Design, Textile Design or related field
A proven track record in designing products with consumers in mind to achieve revenue goals
5-7 years' experience in circular knit designing Socks
Experience working with wholesale and direct channels
Strong graphic and print creation background
Skilled in sketching, adobe creative suite and 3D visualization tools
A proven track record in designing products with consumer in mind to achieve revenue goals
Portfolio showing performance product design, with emphasis on knitting innovation and functional solutions
Strategic thinker who can build strong partnerships with internal cross-functional teams and vendors
Strong decision maker with proven track record of effective communication and presentation skills to gain credibility with cross functional stakeholders and external partners
Able to hit key calendar milestones
Proven combination of business sense and consumer awareness
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Fitness Reimbursement
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% Employer Paid)
Group-Term Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
Bereavement Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Commuter Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Life Insurance
Company
United Legwear & Apparel Co.
ULAC is a global leader that conscientiously designs and responsibly manufactures and distributes apparel and accessories for some of the world's most recognizable brands such as PUMA, Hurley, Scotch & Soda, Skechers, Ted Baker, DKNY, Van Heusen, Prince and more.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Doria Alerte
Sales Assistant & Executive Assistant to CCO
Gennie Murphy
EVP/CCO
Recent News
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