Most companies claim to have the best people. We say to them, "Keep dreaming." Our people are second to none. They set us apart with their entrepreneurial spirit, ambition and an unhealthy obsession with Halloween. (Have you seen the pictures?) They come to us from the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and the sports world, bringing energy, bold ideas and a willingness to dive into the unfamiliar. It's our people that make BDA one of Seattle's 100 Best Companies to Work for.
ABOUT BDA
BDA brings the world’s biggest brands to life through promotional merchandise. Fortune 500 companies come to us looking to connect with their consumers on an emotional level. We create three-dimensional advertising that people invite into their homes, offices, cars, and classrooms. We let people see, touch, feel, own, and interact with a brand in a way no other marketing permits. It’s what we like to call the Power of Merchandise.
We give our team members creative freedom and foster the entrepreneurial spirit necessary to champion our clients’ branding goals utilizing cutting edge ideas. Our people are our No. 1 asset, and we remain committed to making our company a great place to work for our team and family.
We take great pride in our company culture—one that inspires teamwork, fun and excellence across our organization. We’re energetic people who love what we do—churning out more than 50 million units each year for the world’s most admired brands in a fun, fast paced environment that rewards high achievement.
JOB SUMMARY
The Design Manager, Apparel, is responsible for driving overall design vision, conceptualizing, developing, and executing product lines for our corporate clients. Your leadership is critical to the success of the team. You will work in collaboration with Merchandising, Sales and Sourcing for brand direction and business leadership. You will lead a team of Designers and Technical Designers.
Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Fashion or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years leading a Design team
- 7+ years of design experience, apparel and accessories preferred, activewear a plus
- Exceptional management and people leadership skills, with a proven ability to effectively lead in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Proficient in technical specs for apparel and accessories
- Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop
Job Skills & Traits
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the organization
- Attention to detail in planning, organization, and execution of tasks
- Understanding the big picture, ability to identify business-driving initiatives and how all the pieces fit together and impact one another
- Continuous improvement mindset, always assessing our products and processes
- Willingness to dive in and help where needed
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the Design of saleable product lines assuring that target cost and margin goals meet requirements set by the business for our corporate clients
- Demonstrate knowledge of current market trends and color
- Communicate and present design concepts and create presentation materials that effectively communicate those concepts
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with Merchandising and Sourcing partners
- Lead the Apparel Design team in the development of a collaborative culture that leverages the strength of individuals in the formation of a strong team
- Provide career-development planning, coaching, training, and support teams to create and foster a culture of learning, personal development, curiosity, and innovation
- Model leadership behavior across the organization
- Communicate and manage the opportunities presented to the team and challenges of the department
We are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000. If you are hired at BDA, your compensation will be determined based on factors that may include geographic location, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any offer. In the spirit of pay transparency, the range listed is the full base salary range for the role and hiring at the top of the range would not be typical, in order to allow for future salary growth. The range listed is just one component of BDA’s total compensation and rewards programs, which includes: robust PTO; vacation, a paid volunteer day, holidays and summer Fridays, Benefits; medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, 401k; tuition reimbursement, mental health and financial wellness programs and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Certain revenue-generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation.
Job Description Conclusion:
BDA is more than a workplace - it’s a family. For more than three decades we’ve promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise.
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