Design Director, Outerwear

*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond, CA. In-office expectation is 4 days a week* ABOUT THE POSITION We’re seeking a Design Director for Outerwear at Mountain Hardwear to provide leadership and creative direction to our category design team and may lead the creative vision for MHW’s outerwear category.

You will work closely with the Product Creation Team to design products for assigned product category(s) on a worldwide basis. Initiates new product concepts to meet the needs of our consumers, resulting in sales and growth for the company.

Manages the design team in addressing modifications on carryover products. HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Lead the design team with a focus on continuously providing innovative, best in class product design solutions for review and potential implementation.

Maintains goal of continuous product innovation and improvement. May participate as a senior member of a select product creation team to address early design and development concepts. Works collaboratively across the product creation team to define and develop new processes that enhance team efficiency in the commercialization process of innovative and inline products.

Actively develops and grows knowledge of all garment construction techniques including the latest industry developments. Provides input across the product creation team based on being a technical expert in the assigned product area.

Provides best in class design packages which include sketches, illustrations of construction details, and multiple product views. Leads by example in promoting a professional and positive team environment. Provides leadership to the design team through mentoring, coaching, and championing innovation in products and processes.

Uses market research, industry experience, knowledge of the Mountain Hardwear consumer, and brand positioning, to provide a honed product feedback filter across the product division. Provides design/concept boards to communicate design and color di