Design Manager Apparel Outdoor

IIC-INTERSPORT International Corporation GmbH is the brand management and purchasing company of the INTERSPORT Group. With a retail turnover exceeding EUR 12 billion and more than 5,500 associated retailers in 42 countries, INTERSPORT has the worldwide leading position in the sporting goods retail market.

We're looking for a creative and innovative Design Manager Apparel Outdoor to join our team at INTERSPORT. You will develop market-relevant design concepts for our brand and category, focusing on sustainability and achieving the best value for money.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute seasonal creative concepts, color cards, and commercial stories.
• Collaborate with PLMs and Development teams.
• Brief external partners, ensuring ESG considerations in design.
• Design products to meet target pricing, integrating development and sourcing know-how.
• Present category assets at milestone presentations.
• Create color merchandising overviews.
• Maintain design consistency across brands and categories.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competition.
• Manage design projects, including 3D adoption, branding guidelines, and packaging adaptations.
• Network with stakeholders to set or follow trends.
• Align creative vision with commercial goals.

Requirements and skills

• Knowledge of the sporting goods market and INTERSPORT's business model.
• Ability to translate design concepts into commercial products, primarily in apparel.
• Expertise in product development processes, materials, and workmanship.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and 3D design.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and ESG considerations.

Professional and educational background

• Over 3 years of experience in project and design roles, ideally in the sporting goods industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion/Product Design or related fields/Project Management

Join our team and help shape the future of sports apparel and accessories with creativity, sustainability, and innovation.

Apply now!