Sr / Director of Footwear and Accessories

Description

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and now lifestyle essentials. We are setting new standards by providing high-quality, innovative, and inclusive products for everybody. As we expand into new categories, we are seeking a visionary SR / Director of Footwear & Accessories to lead design and development, scale the category globally, and push creative boundaries while staying true to our brand DNA.

The Senior Director of Footwear & Accessories will lead all aspects of product creation for these categories, driving the long-term vision and strategy while delivering innovative and commercially successful collections. This leader will build and manage a high-performing design and development team, foster cross-functional collaboration, and oversee seasonal calendars from concept to market launch. This is a highly creative and strategic role for an individual with a strong aesthetic point of view, proven technical expertise, and a deep understanding of luxury, streetwear, and fashion trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute SKIMS’ creative vision for footwear and accessories, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and core values.
• Deliver trend-right, innovative product lines each season, balancing brand storytelling with commercial viability.

Oversee conceptual direction, material innovation, design language, and product storytelling.

Lead end-to-end design and development processes, including ideation, prototyping, fitting, and refinement, ensuring design intent is preserved.

Partner with merchandising, product development, and sourcing teams to optimize assortments and achieve margin targets.

Drive category growth strategy, identifying white space opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations.

Champion sustainability and innovation across materials, packaging, and manufacturing processes.

Build, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, developers, and technical experts.

Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, production, and supply chain to ensure timely product launches and cohesive brand storytelling.

Act as a key stakeholder in strategic planning, brand campaigns, and go-to-market strategies.

Own the seasonal calendar and ensure all milestones are met for on-time delivery.

Partner with technical and sourcing teams to ensure quality, fit, and performance meet SKIMS standards.

Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and external design resources.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

12+ years of experience in footwear and / or accessories design and development, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

Proven track record of building and scaling global product lines for a luxury, streetwear, or lifestyle brand.

Strong technical expertise in footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Exceptional leadership skills with experience building, mentoring, and leading design teams.

Deep understanding of fashion trends, consumer insights, and cultural influences.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to influence at all levels.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Benefits, Culture and Perks

Benefits and Culture

Perks (HQ Location)

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear and shapewear.

We are setting new standards by providing solutions for every body. From technically constructed shapewear that enhances your curves to underwear that stretches to twice its size, our goal is to consistently innovate on the past and advance our industry for the future.