Ralph Lauren Designer, Polo Men's Outerwear

BoF Careers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation seeks an experienced designer to lead Mens Polo Outerwear design, overseeing style development from concept to proto and fit across brands. You will translate research into a defined design perspective, manage development timeliness, and collaborate with PD, Materials, and Technical Design to ensure market-ready products.

The role requires strong organizational skills, independent work habits, and a passion for the brand.

Qualifications

• Translate creative vision into strong design execution.
• Manage multiple priorities aligned to seasonal calendar and business needs.
• Define product attributes and communicate design intent to cross-functional partners.
• Present research and inspiration with a clear design POV.

Responsibilities

• Research market trends in fabrics, trims, graphics, and techniques.
• Translate seasonal concept direction into actionable design through CADs and sketches.
• Define product attributes and communicate design intent to PD and Materials.
• Direct development of fabrics, trims, and graphics with ownership.
• Engage PD and Materials early in the process before milestones.
• Use PLM/BOM and Vibe files to ensure clear handoffs.
• Prepare for seasonal milestones including board reviews and fittings.
• Approve protos and attend fittings with Technical Design on fit.
• Maintain PLM/BOM pipeline and digital folders.
• Communicate clearly to support cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Creative vision translation

Project prioritization

Design communication

Design ownership

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Independent work in fast-paced env

Brand passion

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketching

Job description

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Responsible for design and product oversight for Mens Polo Outerwear within classification or brand as defined Responsible for market and product research, style specification and materials selection in line with product brief and brand category VLP as directed by team leads and merchandising leads. Provide market and trend research relative to area of expertise in design including functionality, materials, trim and animation. Responsible for product definition and communication of product attributes to cross functional partners of designated styles. Create designs within Vibe templates and maintain accurate digital folders of design boards. Sketch assigned styles with accurate and accessible digital files and folders. Approve proto for aesthetics and attend product fittings and partner with technical teams on garment fit and construction. This role requires strong ownership of end-to-end garment development, including clear product definition, proactive cross-functional communication, calendar and milestone management, and the ability to independently translate research and inspiration into a clear design point of view that informs product direction.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Research market trends in product, materials, trims, graphics, and techniques. Create inspiration Vibe boards and present design boards with a clear point of view.
• Translate seasonal concept direction into actionable design for assigned styles through CADs, sketches, and organized digital files.
• Clearly define product attributes and communicate design intent, material needs, and trim direction to PD, Raw Materials, TD, and cross-functional partners.
• Choose and direct development for fabrics, trims, components, prints, and graphics with ownership.
• Proactively engage PD and Materials early in the process (ID numbers, lab dips, trim development, submissions) ahead of seasonal milestones.
• Use PLM/BOM, Trim Handoff Chart, and Vibe files to ensure clear communication and smooth handoffs.
• Prepare in advance for seasonal milestones including Board Reviews, Handoffs, OTB meetings, proto reviews, and fittings.
• Approve protos for aesthetics, attend fittings, and partner with Technical Design on garment fit and construction.
• Maintain ownership of PLM/BOM pipeline and seasonal digital organization.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal interactions to support efficient cross-functional collaboration.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to translate creative vision and merchandising strategy into strong design execution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities aligned to seasonal calendar, milestones, and business needs.
• Ability to clearly define product attributes and communicate design intent to cross-functional partners including PD, Raw Materials, and Technical Design.
• Ability to present research, inspiration, and ideas with a clear design point of view.
• Strong organization and ownership of development pipeline, PLM/BOM, and seasonal digital files.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Passion for the brand and category.
• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred.
• Significant past experience in design or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and sketching (3D proficiency preferred).
• Experience using AI-powered creative tools to support design ideation, research, and visualization is preferred.