Men's Cold Weather Accessories Designer
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Men's Cold Weather Accessories Designer
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kla industries executive search for plastics packagingNew York (NY)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Men's Cold Weather Accessories Specialist We are seeking an experienced Men's Cold Weather Accessories Specialist to join our growing apparel and accessories business. The ideal candidate has a strong background in performance, outdoor and active cold-weather products and understands how to develop commercially successful product for major retailers. Key Categories: Performance & insulated gloves Running and touchscreen gloves Hats, beanies and headwear Balaclavas, gaiters and face protection Base layers and thermal apparel Fleece and performance accessories Ski/snow and outdoor accessories
What We're Looking For:
- Strong knowledge of performance fabrics, insulation, fleece, stretch materials and technical constructions
- Understanding of features such as touchscreen compatibility, grip applications, reflective details, moisture management, thermal properties and weather protection
- Ability to identify outdoor and performance trends and translate them into commercial product
- Strong understanding of men's outdoor, active and cold-weather consumers
- Experience working with factories on materials, construction, costing, fit and product development
- Ability to build compelling seasonal assortments and presentations
- Understanding of competitive brands and the outdoor/performance marketplace
- Experience developing product for large national retailers, sporting goods chains, warehouse clubs or mass merchants is highly preferred
Ideal Background:
We are looking for someone who has worked within the outdoor, performance, active or sporting goods industry and can bring both technical product knowledge and strong commercial instincts. Experience with brands or retailers in the outdoor, running, ski/snow, sporting goods or performance apparel space is a major plus. This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about product and wants to take ownership of building and growing a meaningful Men's Cold Weather Accessories business.
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