Senior Designer-Activewear

THE COMPANY

Tefron is a global B2B brand with a specialised focus in the activewear and intimates’ spaces. Our key values include innovating through garment design lead with solution based product and cutting-edge yarns. At the core of what we do we are focused on sustainability and doing good together as a community with innovation being the focal point of all our global projects. At Tefron, we are committed to promoting and celebrating diversity and inclusion within our team. No matter who you are, what you do or how you do it, we value unique talents, contributions and most importantly, respect.

THE TEAM:

Tefron’s Design Team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focused. They are passionate about creating purpose-led product for the activewear and intimates market base. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritising team connection.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Design seasonal collections for activewear categories, leading concept through to final prototype with a strong point of view and understanding of the customer.
• Create detailed sketches and digital renderings that clearly communicate design intent to internal teams and overseas partners.
• Translate trend and market research into compelling assortments and contribute to seasonal design strategy.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional, both inter-office and remote teams, including Production Managers, Technical Design, Sales, and overseas partners to ensure design integrity throughout the development cycle.
• Support customer-facing presentations and communicate design rationale clearly and confidently.
• Participate in fittings and apply design-focused solutions to improve garment performance, construction, and visual appeal. 
• Prepare and present seasonal trend direction, identifying gaps and opportunities in the market.
• Help mentor and support more junior team members, offering feedback and contributing to team knowledge sharing.
• Manage workload independently, meeting calendar deadlines and delivering on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to travel for trend research and in-person client meetings.

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8-10 years industry experience required.
• BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
• Comfortable in Adobe Suites platforms
• Experience and comfortable working in PLM system
• Expert in your technical knowledge and design ability.
• Expert knowledge of the U.S. apparel industry landscape, with focus on activewear brands and retailers; knowledge of intimates a plus.
• Razor sharp attention to detail around product/process so that we build beautiful technical apparel. You have a clear understanding of function and how to embed style, beauty and fashion where needed. Finding a balance in the product.
• An understanding in 3D design, an asset.
• Have strong comprehension of market analytics to better understand how lines and garments are performing in the market.
• You can work independently and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Must have a valid passport.

 

 

THE PERKS AND BENEFITS

At Tefron we believe in the importance of investing in our employees through their physical, mental, and financial health along with being able to provide some fun and inclusive perks along the way.

• Generous vacation allotment + personal days
• Affordable benefits coverage
• Access to telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym stipend
• Public transit stipend
• Birthday’s off
• Summer Fridays

 

 

FREE TO BE

As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.