VP, Accessories Design & Innovation

FashionUnited

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 257,000 - 343,000

Full time

14 days+
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Health & Well-being
Associate Discount
Summer Fridays
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Job summary

Madewell, part of J.Crew Group, seeks an accomplished VP of Accessories Design to shape the end-to-end creative vision for footwear, handbags, jewelry, and more. You will build and lead a multi-category team, ensuring accessories harmonize with apparel and drive seasonal business results.

You will translate market trends into a forward-thinking design strategy, mentor designers, and collaborate with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Marketing to deliver flawless product execution from concept through

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of accessories design experience in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-category accessories portfolios.
  • Strong vision aligned with brand identity and business goals.

Responsibilities

  • Define seasonal design strategy and execution for footwear, handbags, jewelry, and soft accessories.
  • Maintain a cohesive collection with unified material, color, and design language.
  • Lead and mentor a multi-category design team and foster collaboration across functions.
  • Translate trends and business objectives into a forward-thinking design vision.
  • Collaborate with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Marketing to ensure flawless product execution.

Skills

Senior design leadership
Illustration & storytelling
Portfolio launches
Illustrator
Photoshop
Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related

Tools

Illustrator
Photoshop
Microsoft Office

Job description

Madewell, part of J.Crew Group, seeks an accomplished VP of Accessories Design to shape the end-to-end creative vision for footwear, handbags, jewelry, and more. You will build and lead a multi-category team, ensuring accessories harmonize with apparel and drive seasonal business results.

You will translate market trends into a forward-thinking design strategy, mentor designers, and collaborate with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Marketing to deliver flawless product execution from concept through

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