Vuori · 1 day ago
Designer, Women's Outerwear
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $129K/yr
5+ years expVuori is a company redefining athletic apparel with a casual aesthetic, inspired by an active coastal California lifestyle. They are seeking a Designer for their Women’s Outerwear team to lead the design process from concept to final product, ensuring innovative and high-quality performance apparel.
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Responsibilities
Help lead the design and development of Vuori’s Women’s Outerwear line—from concept to final product. Create performance and lifestyle layers that combine innovation, functionality, and Vuori’s signature coastal-inspired style
Design a full range of women’s outerwear: jackets, insulated layers, snow styles, and related pieces
Partner with the Senior Designer and design team to build seasonal stories rooted in trend, market, and brand insights
Research global trends in color, materials, and outerwear innovation across outdoor, sport, and fashion markets
Create technical sketches and detailed Illustrator drawings; support designs with prototypes or 3D mockups
Select fabrics and trims that enhance performance, comfort, and brand alignment
Apply seasonal colors and graphics thoughtfully across the assortment
Present design concepts to cross-functional partners, clearly communicating inspiration and intent
Build accurate tech packs with all necessary construction and material details
Collaborate with Product Development and Technical Design through sampling, fittings, and finalization
Understand outerwear construction, including seam-sealing, insulation, functional features, and ergonomic design
Present prototypes and updates at key milestone meetings
Adjust seasonal assortments based on feedback and commercial goals
Work with Merchandising on pricing, forecasting, and line architecture
Uphold Vuori’s design standards for quality and aesthetic consistency
Mentor junior designers and contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in design (BA, BFA, or BS) or equivalent years of experience preferred
5+ years of industry experience in women's outerwear with a portfolio that highlights both technical execution and aesthetic leadership
Deep understanding of garment construction, patterning, fit, and functional performance specific to outerwear
Proven ability to take designs from concept through production, including BOMs, fit comments, and vendor communication
Expertise in Adobe Illustrator; proficiency in Photoshop, Indesign, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaborative tools like Teams and Figma
Familiarity with outerwear-specific materials and trims (e.g., 3-layer shells, mechanical stretch fabrics, waterproof zippers, insulated liners)
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a multi-track calendar and high expectations for quality and detail
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams
Self-directed, adaptable, and passionate about delivering best-in-class product
A strong interest in Vuori's mission, aesthetic, and customer—especially as it relates to bridging performance and lifestyle in outerwear
Benefits
Health Insurance
Savings and Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vuori Discount & Industry Perks
Paid Time Off
Wellness & Fitness benefits
Company
Vuori
Vuori offers a collection of apparel brands for men and women.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.27BKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundNorwest
2024-11-08Secondary Market· $825M
2021-10-13Series Unknown· $400M
2019-08-15Series Unknown· $45M
Leadership Team
Joseph Kudla
Founder & CEO
Luis Alvarez
Vice President - Wholesale
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