Lead Technical Designer - Bags, Global Accessories

The Bags Product Creation team brings innovative carry solutions to life for athletes and consumers, translating design intent into manufacturable products through expertise in bag pattern engineering, materials, construction, fit, function, durability and quality across the full product creation process. This role partners closely with Bags Design, Product Management, Product Development, Materials, Colour, Product Integrity, Testing, the Product Creation Centre and factory teams, as well as pattern, costing, sourcing and manufacturing partners, to align design intent, technical feasibility, quality, cost and delivery.

The role owns complex bag styles from concept through commercialisation, using technical expertise and digital tools to turn design intent into high-quality, buy-ready product. It connects teams, clarifies decisions, addresses risks and moves work forward with precision, speed and accountability.

• Own complex bag styles from concept through commercialisation, using technical expertise and digital tools to turn design intent into high-quality, buy-ready product.
• Connect teams, clarify decisions, address risks and move work forward with precision, speed and accountability.
• Create and maintain two-dimensional and three-dimensional technical packages using tools such as CLO and Adobe Illustrator.
• Define materials, bills of materials, measurements, patterns, panel architecture, seams, edge finishes, reinforcement, lining, pocket organisation, webbing, zippers, hardware, moulded components, branding and graphic placement.
• Lead digital and physical prototype reviews with Design, Product Management, Materials, Product Development, Product Integrity, Testing, the Product Creation Centre and factory partners.
• Request and track prototypes, consolidate cross-functional feedback and translate decisions into clear actions that support quality, cost, manufacturability and calendar goals.
• Evaluate fit, form, function, architecture and ergonomics on body, then initiate and assess durability, performance and Product Integrity testing.
• Identify technical and manufacturing risks early, recommend sound alternatives, resolve construction challenges and communicate trade-offs and progress to teammates and leadership.
• Partner directly with factories, suppliers, vendors, pattern makers, sourcing and costing teams to improve efficiency, consistency, quality, manufacturability and cost.

• Bachelor's degree in technical design, product design, industrial design, engineering or a related field; any suitable combination of education, experience and training will be accepted.
• Minimum of 5 years of bags product creation experience, including bag pattern engineering, sewn soft-goods construction, materials or technical design.
• Advanced knowledge of bag development from concept through production, including patterns, measurements, sewing, seams, reinforcement, lining, edge finishing, textiles, webbing, zippers, buckles, moulded components, graphics, costing, quality and manufacturing.
• Proven proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, plus bag pattern or three-dimensional soft-goods design platforms.
• Proven ability to lead through professional collaboration and influence across functional teams to bring design intent to life, mentor teammates, manage multiple complex projects, solve technical problems, communicate effectively and travel approximately 10% domestically and internationally.
• Deep expertise in bag construction, pattern engineering, materials, hardware, ergonomics, fit and manufacturing across backpacks, duffels, totes, crossbody bags and other performance carry products.
• Understanding of the complete product creation process and ability to protect design intent while navigating cost, quality, manufacturability and calendar demands.
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to communicate risks, trade-offs and solutions with clarity.
• Influential cross-functional leadership, active listening, trust-building, openness to different perspectives and ability to create alignment in a fast-moving environment.
• Curiosity, optimism, accountability and a commitment to growth.
• Technical authority with ability to mentor others and stay ahead of emerging carry systems, digital tools, materials, hardware, construction methods and manufacturing technologies.

• Experience with CLO is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Optitex, Browzwear, VStitcher or comparable tools is…