Outerwear Design Manager — Lead & Innovate Technical Apparel

Lululemon Athletica; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative athletic apparel company is seeking a Design Manager to lead the outerwear design team. This position requires deep expertise in materials and construction, along with strong leadership skills to coach and inspire a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the fashion industry and a proven record of managing design processes. Opportunities include competitive pay and a supportive work environment focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Parenthood top-up

Access to development courses

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• 8-10 years minimum experience in design and people management.
• Expert in outerwear and insight on trends and materials.
• Proficient in communicating design concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the design team on projects and processes.
• Collaborate with VP on the overall design strategy.
• Manage workflow and resources for seasonal design projects.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Technical knowledge

Education

BA, BFA or BS in Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Excel

Word

Job description

An innovative athletic apparel company is seeking a Design Manager to lead the outerwear design team. This position requires deep expertise in materials and construction, along with strong leadership skills to coach and inspire a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the fashion industry and a proven record of managing design processes. Opportunities include competitive pay and a supportive work environment focused on growth and innovation.