Fashion Designer – Intimates
RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited • Canada (Hybrid) • Full-time
Role Summary
The Fashion Designer – Intimates will help drive seasonal product direction for PENN., translating trend research, fabric innovation, and fit expertise into high-quality, inclusive intimates assortments focused on comfort, support, and wearability.
Responsibilities
- Research and forecast fashion, lifestyle, and consumer trends to define seasonal design direction
- Translate global and market trends into innovative intimates collections
- Develop creative concepts, mood boards, and product strategies for assortment planning
- Collaborate with Merchandising, Technical Design, Product Development, and Sourcing
- Lead and collaborate on seasonal color direction, prints, and artwork development
- Create and oversee technical sketches for design integrity
- Participate in fit sessions and product reviews to ensure standards are met
- Stay informed on competitor landscape, fabric innovation, and consumer insights
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Fashion Design or related field
- Minimum 5 years of apparel design experience, preferably in intimates or close-to-body categories
- Knowledge of intimates construction, materials, and fit requirements
- Highly creative with strong fashion perspective and trend intuition
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and design development tools
- Bilingual French and English
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time
- 50% off regular-priced items at PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
- Referral rewards program
- Annual bonuses
- Career advancement and tuition reimbursement opportunities