Senior Designer

SENIOR DESIGNER, SOFTGOODS

Hybrid in Cypress, CA

WE ARE SPEEDO

The world's leading swimwear brand, Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water. The brand's heritage of innovation derives from its leadership in competitive swimming, where more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo than any other brand. Unmatched in performance, fit and feel, we are also America’s #1 goggle brand.

From the first splash, to every stroke, the genuine love and excitement we have working with the water is what creates exciting and meaningful relationships.

Speedo is not where we work, but is who we are.

It’s watching a baby in the pool for the first time or our athletes make history. What we do is sacred to us and our connection to the rest of water lovers around the world. Driven by the challenge, not the glory. At Speedo, it is never enough to be good at what you do; you have to love what you do.

Speedo is a part of the Pentland Brands Limited Family.

We are Pentland Brands, a global family business bringing some of the most loved active and footwear brands to millions of people around the world.

We own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, ellesse, Red or Dead and we’re the UK licensee for Kickers and have a joint venture partnership for Lacoste footwear. Our products are available in over 190 countries and are sold either directly by Group companies or are represented by licensees and distributors.

All our brands have their own unique identities and every one of them is powered by Pentland. We have more than 1,200 employees worldwide and we’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people to help shape our future.

We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and develop, be it through creative working environments or learning opportunities. Our brands are there in the moments that matter - being there for more people, in more of those moments, drives everything we do.

At Pentland, we’re guided by four principles, we use these to make sure we’re not only doing a great job, but we’re doing it in the right way:

• is a team game
• clarity and courage
• as standard
• good conscience

We believe in building brands for the world to love, generation after generation. Your potential is our potential and together we can build and grow brands that last.

KEY PURPOSE:

The Senior Designer is responsible for delivering consumer led global designs that are innovative, brand right, and manufacturable under the assigned product category and guidelines. This role will create products that adhere to the seasonal direction and product briefs, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and meeting deadlines.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead design in women’s swimwear design within soft goods to oversee the end-to-end product development process from ideation to final production.
• Conceptualize and ideate to create innovative and compelling global designs that reflect the conceptual direction and business strategy.
• Identify current trends from design, color, material, and technical.
• Anticipate the needs of the consumer with solutions to drive projects forward.
• Remain responsible for all design execution by following through on all product details from color, graphics, details, construction, and cost.
• Ensure seamless execution throughout the development process while adhering to the calendar.
• Provide product information to input into BOM with detailed tech sketches for product development team.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Design, Tech Team, Development, Sourcing, and Marketing) always using clear and concise communication.
• Work with Product Development on fit and offer suggestions for aesthetics, fit, construction, or cost savings.
• Mentor and guide Junior Designers to inspire creativity, skill growth, and experience within the design team.
• Support training where needed.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years’ experience in women’s swimwear or activewear design.
• Strong understanding of fit and construction in stretch knits (preferably swim).
• 4-year degree in apparel design strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Experience with Microsoft – particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage time effectively to achieve completion at a professional standard.
• Passionate about design, fit, and function.
• Innovative and forward-thinking mindset.
• Proactive mindset - always presenting new ideas or solutions.
• A creative eye for product and design.
• Curious and driven to look for inspiration that drives ideas.
• Research consumer attitudes to identify emerging and current trends.
• Must be team oriented and willing to support other team members when needed.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with internal and external audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Great relationship building skills to enable you to work cross functionally across teams.
• 3D knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge and passion for swim along with a particular knowledge of competitors and the sporting goods industry is preferred.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

Base pay is a portion of our total compensation package and determined within a range that allows growth and development within your role. Your base pay will be determined based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Speedo and Pentland Brands are an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, we have a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and to ensuring that all current and future associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential. To achieve these goals, applicants are asked not to disclose salary history information.