VP Design - Athleisure

Company Overview  

Delta Galil USA, Inc. is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, women and children. Since its inception in 1975, the company has continually endeavored to create products that follow a body-before-fabric philosophy, placing equal emphasis on comfort, aesthetics and quality. Delta Galil develops innovative seamless apparel, including bras, shapewear and socks; intimate apparel for women; underwear for men, including under its owned brands Schiesser, Eminence, Organic Basics and Athena; babywear, activewear, sleepwear and loungewear, including under its owned P.J. Salvage and Delta brands. Delta Galil also designs, develops, markets and sells branded denim and apparel under the brand 7 For All Mankind®, and ladies’ and kids’ apparel under the brand Splendid®. In addition, it sells its products under brand names licensed to the company, including adidas, Wolford, Wilson, Columbia, Tommy Hilfiger and others. For more information, visit www.deltagalil.com. 

Position Overview

We are seeking an inspiring, forward-thinking Vice President of Design – Athleisure to lead the creative vision, product innovation strategy, and long-term design roadmap for our branded and private-label athleisure business. This executive leader will shape the future of our athleisure portfolio by driving concept creation, design excellence, and market differentiation across categories.

This role oversees the full creative lifecycle, from high-level concept development through commercialization. This role will play a critical part in ensuring our collections deliver elevated style, modern functionality, superior quality, and strong financial performance. The VP will lead and develop a multi-disciplinary design organization while partnering closely with Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, Sales, and Production to bring compelling, consumer-first collections to market.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Define and steer the overarching creative direction, aesthetic identity, and design strategy for the athleisure category across all brands, labels, and key retail partners.
• Build and communicate a long-term design vision aligned with company growth objectives, market opportunities, and evolving consumer behavior.
• Champion innovation in fabric, silhouette, color, sustainability, and product functionality to ensure ongoing brand relevance and competitive advantage.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of designers, CAD artists, and technical creatives; establish a culture of creativity, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Set clear expectations, guide performance management, and ensure constant improvement in creative capabilities and processes.

Product Creation & Line Management

• Oversee all phases of the design and development process, from concept ideation and color direction through proto review, fittings, and final sample approval.
• Ensure collections reflect brand DNA, market trends, margin requirements, and quality standards across all sizes and product categories.
• Develop and oversee seasonal line architecture, ensuring a cohesive and strategically balanced assortment that meets revenue and consumer goals.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Product Development to align design intent with cost, margin, and timeline goals.
• Partner with factories, mills, and global vendors to drive innovation in materials, construction, and wash techniques while maintaining production feasibility.
• Support Sales in key customer presentations and align seasonal storytelling with market opportunities.

Business & Operational Excellence

• Own the design organization’s budget including sampling, materials, tools, travel, and external resources.
• Oversee adherence to product calendars, ensuring all teams meet milestone deadlines with precision and clarity.
• Leverage market research, competitor insights, trend forecasting, and consumer analytics to inform design strategies and category growth.

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field; advanced credentials a plus.
• 18+ years of progressive design experience in athleisure, lifestyle apparel, or performance apparel, with 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role.
• Deep expertise in garment construction, fabric innovation, stretch and knit technologies, and fit specific to athleisure.
• Mastery of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD platforms, and PLM systems.
• Demonstrated success leading both branded and private label collections from concept to market.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strategic mindset with a refined aesthetic sensibility and strong commercial acumen.
• Proven experience working with global supply chains, overseas vendors, and end-to-end product development calendars.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while balancing creativity with business strategy.
• This an onsite role, with 5 days in our Secaucus, NJ office 

At Delta Galil, we strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment. 

DIVERSITY VISION STATEMENT: 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled. 

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.