DESIGN DIRECTOR - Walmart Toddlers, Boys & Mens

Reports To: Director of Business Development and CEO

Direct Reports: Senior Designer(s), Designer(s), Associate Designer(s), Assistant Designer(s), Design Coordinator(s)

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Overview:

The Design Director will define and oversee the strategy, vision, and execution for our Walmart business unit in Toddlers, Boys and Mens Department.

Key Accountabilities:

• Direct the overall design process to ensure that the design team is successfully meeting business needs according to the design time-and-action calendar
• Conduct competitive analysis and research on products and identify opportunities and whitespace to translate into products to present to Walmart
• Work closely with Walmart departments to understand the brand aesthetic and seasonal strategy to effectively lead and present concept and strategy to the design team in developing products that are trend right, meet Walmart sales needs and are brand appropriate
• Manage the division’s store purchased samples, sampling, design supply and travel calendar
• Attend trade shows and industry events to remain current in the market
• Supervise design staff and provide direction and management throughout the design process
• Recruit top talent, train, develop and motivate team members
• Special projects as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities/Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• 10+ years of experience in the fashion industry (Walmart experience a must)
• Ability to travel as needed
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Must be a strategic thinker, persuasive and collaborative
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of designers
• Brand appropriate aesthetic