Design Manager of Women's Apparel

A three-billion-dollar global leader in the high performance and lifestyle footwear industry, Skechers USA, Inc. designs, develops and markets more than 3,000 styles for men, women and children. Skechers' success stems from its employees, high-quality, varied product offering, diversified domestic and international distribution channels, and targeted multi-channel marketing.

JOB PURPOSE Create design direction for the Women’s Category, in conjunction with the Design Director and development team to bring innovative quality product to the market worldwide. The Design Manager of Women’s will take ownership of the process from beginning to the end. They will be the global design lead for the category. ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS * Study and interpret market conditions and trends from a design perspective as related to Performance Apparel * Create Design Direction for assigned categories of the seasonal apparel line which includes fabric, color and inspirational imagery and overall look and feel that meets the requirements of the global product brief and is inline with the design strategy * Communicate with clarity and knowledge to all necessary teams * Maintain close relationships with cross-functional teams and departments to create a streamlined process * Collect relevant trend reports, style analysis and innovative design concepts that will inspire the direction of the line in a new way * Trade publications, trade fairs, online design tools, sports events * General interest in fashion and performance apparel * Work with outside vendors, fabric resources, color services, and alternative tools to successfully gather what is needed to bring apparel to life * Design product range utilizing primarily CAD and hand sketches ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Design Marathon product and Special Event Design Capsules, as the need arises * Travel for trend, raw material and market research, as well as factory visits * Partner with Graphic Designer on Seasonal Art and Trim Needs. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes Additional Information Other duties as necessary to maintain store’s daily operations, new store openings, special sales/promotional events and teaching selling off the wall. Prepare monthly business analysis, including quarterly business reviews and other reports as directed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS * Strong color perception and design ability * Strong working knowledge of garment construction, fit and, fabrication * Ability to understand the needs of, and develop product resonating with, Skechers Performance Apparel’s target market * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Exceptional time management skills * Experienced with seasonal color, trend and theme research and interpretation * Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment * Team Player * Self Starter EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * BA degree or advanced degree in specific design discipline desired * 7-8 years design experience * At least 3 years management experience * Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Skills required * Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.