Walmart
Senior Design Manager, Fashion - (Baby Fashion & Layette)
Walmart, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Design Manager, Fashion - (Baby Fashion & Layette)
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$132,000.00/yr - $264,000.00/yr Position Summary
As a Senior Manager – Apparel Designer specializing in Baby Fashion & Layette at Walmart, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative vision and execution of private brand kids’ apparel collections. Reporting to the Design Director, you will lead the design process from concept through production, driving innovation and excellence across multiple brands and categories within kids’ fashion. You will be responsible for research, trend analysis, assortment planning, supplier collaboration, material development, sustainability initiatives, and cross-functional teamwork. What you’ll do
Lead design processes from concept through production for baby and kids’ apparel, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and product calendars. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver seasonal lines that meet business objectives and customer needs. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the category expert for kids’ apparel sizes 0-24 months, within a dynamic, commercial retail environment. Lead the creation of seasonal trend and design direction, including print, color, key items, fabrications, and innovative techniques specific to kids’ fashion. Partner with Design leadership to translate concepts into compelling product lines, ensuring alignment from initial presentation through to final product development. Communicate design vision through digital mood boards, development decks, and inspirational materials. Develop and execute seasonal color palettes and fabric stories tailored to the kids’ apparel category. Demonstrate advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication across all stages of the design process. Manage and adhere to a complex, multi-category calendar with overlapping seasonal deadlines. Design and develop kids’ apparel products in line with line plans, sales objectives, and emerging market trends; ensure timely execution of the product development calendar. Deliver industry-leading styles that reflect Walmart’s design ethos and meet the evolving needs of our customers. Foster daily communication and collaboration with internal and external partners, including Design leadership, product development, merchandising, and suppliers. Lead and support the co-create process through collaborative discussions and product reviews, balancing aesthetics, function, and cost. Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, both virtually and in-person. Champion sustainability efforts in 3D design, material innovation, and sample management within the kids’ apparel category. Exhibit resourcefulness, autonomy, and the ability to mentor junior designers. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator; experience with AI, Miro, and 3D design tools is a plus. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, textile design, or related area and 6 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area. Option 2: 8 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area. 3 years’ supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications
Ability to align design vision with business strategy. Experience managing design teams and seasonal calendars. Strong vendor and cross-functional collaboration experience. Location
Primary Location: 45 W 25Th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America Equal Opportunity
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being welcoming of all people. About Walmart
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. We are a Fortune #1 company and strive to create a culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. Details about benefits and eligibility are available at One.Walmart.
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Join to apply for the
Senior Design Manager, Fashion - (Baby Fashion & Layette)
role at
Walmart . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Walmart. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$132,000.00/yr - $264,000.00/yr Position Summary
As a Senior Manager – Apparel Designer specializing in Baby Fashion & Layette at Walmart, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative vision and execution of private brand kids’ apparel collections. Reporting to the Design Director, you will lead the design process from concept through production, driving innovation and excellence across multiple brands and categories within kids’ fashion. You will be responsible for research, trend analysis, assortment planning, supplier collaboration, material development, sustainability initiatives, and cross-functional teamwork. What you’ll do
Lead design processes from concept through production for baby and kids’ apparel, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and product calendars. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver seasonal lines that meet business objectives and customer needs. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the category expert for kids’ apparel sizes 0-24 months, within a dynamic, commercial retail environment. Lead the creation of seasonal trend and design direction, including print, color, key items, fabrications, and innovative techniques specific to kids’ fashion. Partner with Design leadership to translate concepts into compelling product lines, ensuring alignment from initial presentation through to final product development. Communicate design vision through digital mood boards, development decks, and inspirational materials. Develop and execute seasonal color palettes and fabric stories tailored to the kids’ apparel category. Demonstrate advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication across all stages of the design process. Manage and adhere to a complex, multi-category calendar with overlapping seasonal deadlines. Design and develop kids’ apparel products in line with line plans, sales objectives, and emerging market trends; ensure timely execution of the product development calendar. Deliver industry-leading styles that reflect Walmart’s design ethos and meet the evolving needs of our customers. Foster daily communication and collaboration with internal and external partners, including Design leadership, product development, merchandising, and suppliers. Lead and support the co-create process through collaborative discussions and product reviews, balancing aesthetics, function, and cost. Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, both virtually and in-person. Champion sustainability efforts in 3D design, material innovation, and sample management within the kids’ apparel category. Exhibit resourcefulness, autonomy, and the ability to mentor junior designers. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator; experience with AI, Miro, and 3D design tools is a plus. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, textile design, or related area and 6 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area. Option 2: 8 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area. 3 years’ supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications
Ability to align design vision with business strategy. Experience managing design teams and seasonal calendars. Strong vendor and cross-functional collaboration experience. Location
Primary Location: 45 W 25Th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America Equal Opportunity
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being welcoming of all people. About Walmart
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. We are a Fortune #1 company and strive to create a culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. Details about benefits and eligibility are available at One.Walmart.
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