Sr. Apparel Designer - Women's Sportswear

Company: Under Armour
Location: New York
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here.

Purpose of Role

We are searching for a Sr. Designer to focus on and elevate Apparel for UA Women's Sportswear. The Sr. Designer will obsess the UA Women's consumer and bring design, function, and style to life. This role offers the unique opportunity to push creative boundaries and craft iconic pieces that will define the future of women's sportswear at Under Armour.

Your Impact

• Design and manage multiple product platforms that connect to the UA Brand DNA, seasonal concept, and category direction, as well as integration of product & global merchandising input.
• Work within an integrated team of design, development, and product line management; act as key point of contact for Sr. Design Director and ensure key tactical deliverables are on task.
• Make key decisions related to product and procedure
• Own creation and presentation of category content via direction from Sr. Design Director (merch pages, decks, mood boards, trim and fabric boards)
• Develop and execute clear and detailed sketches, technical packages, and BOMs
• Lead creation and milestone deliverables
• Partner directly with product and merch leads to deliver appropriate assortment.
• Present as design lead at milestone meetings; design checkpoints, style design review, color review
  
  Qualifications
  --- Bachelor's degree with typically eight (8) years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically six (6) years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of relevant work experience without a degree.
  --- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  --- Passion every day to design compelling and cutting-edge products.
  --- Strong design & creative research skills
  --- Solid understanding of construction and materials; preferably well-versed in manufacturing techniques.
  --- Ability to express concepts and ideas through sketching.
  --- Strong presentation skills and comfortable working with a group.
  --- Must be detail-oriented, able to prioritize tasks, and to successfully meet multiple deadlines
  
  Workplace Location
  
  
  • Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our New York office.
  • Return to Work Designation: Three (3) days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote.
    
    Relocation
    
    
    • Relocation may be provided
      
      Base Compensation
      
      $109,010.00 - $149,888.75 USD
      
      Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
      
      Benefits & Perks
      
      
      • Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community.
      • Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
      • Competitive 401(k) plan matching.
      • Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
      • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being.
        
        Our Commitment to Diversity
        
        At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
        
        Requisition ID: 157420
        
        Location:
        New York, NY, US, 10014
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        Business Unit: Corporate
        
        Employee Class: Full Time
        
        Region: North America
        
        Employment Type: Salaried
        
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        Learn more about our Benefits here
        
        Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
        Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

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