Designer, Polo World of Sports

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $65000 - $129225 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location. Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities. Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
 Versatile Designer of Men’s Performance Knits within the World of Sports Sponsorships. 

• Market research – competitive shopping, internet research, new trend research
• Knowledge and understanding of the core Polo Men’s customer and the Ralph Lauren identify- continuing to push and evolve modern active product that celebrates the brands identity and heritgage
• CADS - line sheets, stats, flat sketches, artwork/layouts, trims
• Communicate and collaborate with cross functional partners
• Design & Present seasonal concept cads to senior management
• Logo development - print, embroidery, patches, AOE.
• Partner w/Print Team and develop any seasonal Concept prints
• Daily communication via PD with overseas partners and vendors
• Close collaboration w/merchandising partners for design, color, cost, market adoption and post market adds/drops.
• Close partnership w/PD making sure all Tech Packs are accurate.

·       Attend fittings to help maintain design aesthetic and fit.

• Degree in Fashion Design or a related subjects preferred
• Industry experience within knitwear a plus.
• Strong Creative Suite knowledge - Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Reader, PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel - Outlook, Excel, Word
• Experience working in PLM
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Clear communication
• Self-motivation and initiative

·       Knowledge or understanding of 3D Browzwear would be a plus.

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