Senior Designer, Fashion- Women's Elevated Brands

Position Summary

Senior Designer, Fashion
- Elevated Brands –

Location:

NYC. As a Senior Designer for Elevated Brands at Walmart, you will shape the creative vision and execution of our premium private brand collections, leading the design process from concept through production.

• Serve as the category expert for elevated brands, bringing a refined, trend-forward perspective.
• Drive the creative direction for multiple apparel categories, overseeing print, color, key items, fabrications, and advanced techniques that reflect the elevated brand ethos.
• Collaborate closely with Design leadership to translate elevated concepts into compelling, brand‑right product lines, ensuring alignment from initial vision through to final execution.
• Communicate design intent through sophisticated digital mood boards, development decks, and inspirational materials tailored for elevated brands.
• Develop and execute seasonal color palettes and fabric stories that embody the elevated positioning of the brand.
• Demonstrate advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication across all stages of the design process.
• Manage and adhere to a complex, multi‑category calendar with overlapping seasonal deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of elevated collections.
• Design and develop products that align with line plans, sales objectives, and emerging market trends, while upholding the elevated brand standard.
• Deliver industry‑leading styles that reflect Walmart’s elevated design ethos and meet the evolving needs of our customers.
• Champion proactive, daily communication and seamless collaboration with internal teams—including Design leadership, Product Development, and Merchandising—as well as external partners and suppliers.
• Cultivate and sustain robust, strategic relationships with domestic and international suppliers, focusing on premium materials and craftsmanship.
• Take a leadership role in vendor communications, ensuring clear expectations, timely follow‑up, and effective issue resolution to drive business objectives.
• Lead and support the co‑create process through collaborative discussions and product reviews, balancing aesthetics, function, and cost for elevated brands.
• Champion sustainability efforts in 3D design, material innovation, and sample management within the elevated brands portfolio.
• Exhibit resourcefulness, autonomy, and ability to mentor junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator; experience with AI, Miro, and 3D design tools is a plus.

Competitive base salary ($132,000–$264,000) with annual or quarterly performance bonuses and incentive awards. 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and additional benefits including tuition reimbursement and disability coverage.

• Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, textile design, or related area AND 3 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.
• OR 5 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.

• Experience leading design direction for a category or brand.
• Mentoring junior designers and collaborating with sourcing and production teams.

45 W 25th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice and committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.