Senior Vice President of Design and Merchandising – On-site (US)

At Hire With Jarvis, we help organizations of all sizes hire the right people, in the right seats, at the right time. We’re partnering with a leading global lifestyle apparel company that’s home to some of the most recognizable fashion and performance brands in the world. They’re looking for a Senior Vice President of Design and Merchandising to drive the creative and commercial vision for their swimwear category.
 
Why This Role Matters
This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of design, innovation, and strategy. You’ll shape the future of a globally recognized product line, leading cross-functional teams to deliver performance-driven, consumer-inspired designs that resonate with customers around the world. This position offers the opportunity to define a category strategy, lead a world-class creative team, and influence how a global brand connects with millions of consumers.
 
What You’ll Do

• Define and lead the product and merchandising strategy for the swim category, ensuring alignment with overall brand goals and financial targets.
• Oversee all aspects of product creation, including design, technical design, product development, and merchandising.
• Drive innovation and creativity across the design team to produce performance-oriented, trend-forward collections.
• Develop and execute merchandising plans that balance commercial success with brand authenticity and consumer relevance.
• Use data and market insights to inform decisions and anticipate trends in the swimwear and activewear markets.
• Partner with marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure a unified go-to-market strategy and cohesive storytelling across all channels.
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global team, fostering creativity, accountability, and collaboration.
• Lead with vision and strategic clarity, setting the tone for a culture of excellence and innovation.

 What You Bring

• 15+ years of experience in design and/or merchandising, including at least 7 years in a senior leadership role within the apparel or sporting goods industry.
• Deep understanding of the swim, surf, or activewear markets, with expertise in materials, technology, and consumer behavior.
• Proven success managing large, multi-disciplinary teams and driving product strategy at a global scale.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and delivering on growth objectives.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A passion for design, innovation, and building products that inspire confidence and performance.

The Details
Location: On-site, Full-time

If you’re a visionary leader who thrives at the intersection of creativity and strategy and wants to shape the future of a globally respected apparel brand, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Hire With Jarvis and apply now!

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