Associate Designer, Apparel (Timberland)

Timberland Global is looking for an exceptional Associate Designer, Apparel to join our Global Apparel team based in Stabio, Switzerland.  

Founded in 1973, Timberland® is a global outdoor lifestyle brand. Best known for its original yellow boot designed for the harsh elements of New England, Timberland today offers a full range of footwear, apparel and accessories for people who value purposeful style and share the brand’s passion for enjoying - and protecting - nature.   

Let’s Talk about the Role

You as Associate Designer will assist your manager and team in creating innovative and high-quality products by working on moderately complex projects, including seasonal research, presentation tools, concepts, design deliverables, and product design, while collaborating with cross-functional partners

You will support the design process by ensuring efficient workflow and contributing to the development of products that align with Timberland's commitment to style and function, leveraging a solid understanding of brand aesthetic, materials, technologies, fit, silhouette, and cost engineering to meet consumer and business needs.

How You Will Make a Difference

You will achieve this by:

• Supporting innovation in outerwear design through seasonal research and insights.
• Building strong collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners to ensure cohesive and effective product creation.
• Fostering a positive and creative work environment that encourages teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Developing technical sketches and design solutions that meet consumer and business needs, leveraging your understanding of materials, technologies, fit, silhouette, and cost engineering.

Skills for Success

You should be a creative and innovative individual with strong technical skills and a solid understanding of outerwear design principles, capable of efficiently managing design tasks to support the creative process of the outerwear team, with:

• The ability to sketch technically and create detailed design representations.
• The capability to develop and refine outerwear concepts based on seasonal research and insights.
• An understanding of brand aesthetic, materials, technologies, fit, silhouette, and cost engineering.
• A keen interest in innovative outerwear product development and brand transformation

A University Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design or Apparel Design (qualified in technical sketching) are highly recommended because these skills are crucial for creating detailed and accurate design representations, ensuring the feasibility and functionality of the products.

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
• On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 

As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity.

We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.