Fashion Designer

THE TEAM:

Tefron’s Design Team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focused. They are passionate about creating purpose-led product for the activewear market base. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross-functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritising team connection.

THE COMPANY

Tefron is a global B2B brand with a specialised focus in the activewear and intimates’ spaces. Our key values include innovating through garment design lead with solution based product and cutting-edge yarns. At the core of what we do we are focused on sustainability and doing good together as a community with innovation being the focal point of all our global projects. At Tefron, we are committed to promoting and celebrating diversity and inclusion within our team. No matter who you are, what you do or how you do it, we value unique talents, contributions and most importantly, respect.

Tefron’s Design Team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focused. They are passionate about creating purpose-led product for the activewear and intimates market base. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritising team connection.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Design innovative and trend-right activewear collections from concept to final prototype, balancing creativity with commercial viability.
• Create detailed sketches, digital illustrations, and presentation boards to clearly communicate design intent.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional, both inter-office and remote teams, including Production Managers, Technical Design, Sales, and overseas partners to ensure design integrity throughout the development cycle.
• Interpret seasonal direction, market trends, and consumer insights to build compelling assortments that meet customer needs and business goals.
• Participate in fittings and provide clear direction on aesthetic and functional improvements. 
• Own the calendar and ensure key design milestones are met on time and with excellence.
• Prepare seasonal trend presentations, identifying whitespace opportunities within the activewear and adjacent categories.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, ensuring consistency and quality across all deliverables.
• Must be able to travel for trend research and in-person client meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-6 years of industry experience required.
• BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent).
• Comfortable in Adobe Suites platforms.
• Experience and comfortable working in PLM system.
• Expert in your technical knowledge and design ability.
• Expert knowledge of the Canadian and U.S. apparel industry landscape, with focus on intimates brands and retailers; knowledge of activewear a plus.
• Razor sharp attention to detail around product/process so that we build beautiful technical apparel. You have a clear understanding of function and how to embed style, beauty and fashion where needed. Finding a balance in the product.
• An understanding in 3D design, an asset.
• Have strong comprehension of market analytics to better understand how lines and garments are performing in the market.
• You can work independently and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Must have a valid passport.

THE PERKS AND BENEFITS

At Tefron, we believe in the importance of investing in our employees through their physical, mental, and financial health along with being able to provide some fun and inclusive perks along the way.

• Generous Vacation Allotment + Personal Days
• Affordable Benefits Coverage
• Access to Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Transit Stipend or Paid Parking
• Birthday’s Off
• On-Site Gym
• Year-Round Summer Fridays