Senior Designer, Global Apparel

VF Corporation
Switzerland
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: OtherExperience: 8+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Collaboration","Flexibility","Problem-solving","Organisational skills","Communication"]

Conceptualise, design, and deliver outdoor lifestyle apparel for global men’s and women’s categories, from early concept through final product. Own the design process and seasonal creative direction across colour, graphics, materials, and new style direction. Collaborate with Product Development, Merchandising, and external vendors to ensure commercially viable, on-brand executions and resolve fit/style/construction challenges, while supporting the design community.

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VF Corporation
VF Corporation
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Senior Designer, Global Apparel

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Job Summary

Conceptualise, design, and deliver outdoor lifestyle apparel for global men’s and women’s categories, from early concept through final product. Own the design process and seasonal creative direction across colour, graphics, materials, and new style direction. Collaborate with Product Development, Merchandising, and external vendors to ensure commercially viable, on-brand executions and resolve fit/style/construction challenges, while supporting the design community.
Location: Switzerland
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Create apparel that meets expectations for design quality, value, and cost.
  • •Lead design of outdoor lifestyle apparel using natural fibres across categories such as knits and wovens.
  • •Develop styles based on relevant trends and consumer needs while staying true to the brand.
  • •Partner with Product, Merchandising, Development, and vendors to resolve fit, style, and construction challenges and ensure commercial readiness.
  • •Support the design team with external resource oversight and related administration, including processing invoices.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Gym MembershipRelocation

Key Requirements

  • •Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, and product execution with strong attention to detail.
  • •Ability to prioritise multiple tasks, stay organised, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • •Strong cross-functional collaboration to support project management and product development with the consumer at the centre.
  • •Clear communication and strong presentation skills to keep teams aligned throughout design and development.
  • •University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or equivalent; 8+ years in apparel product design roles is required.
Experience:8+ yearsApparelFashion lifestyleOutdoor apparel
Education:Bachelor's in Fashion Design, Textile Design
Skills:CollaborationFlexibilityProblem-solvingOrganisational skillsCommunication
Tech Stack:Microsoft OfficeAdobe Creative SuiteBrowzwearCLO

Company Brief

VF Corporation
Global apparel and footwear company that owns brands such as Vans, The North Face, Timberland, and Dickies. Designs, markets, and distributes branded lifestyle products through wholesale, retail, and e-commerce channels worldwide.
Industry: Fashion & Apparel
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Denver, United States
Founded: 1899
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