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Born in Los Angeles but bred with a global perspective, G/FORE was conceptualized with a passion for modern design combined with a love of golf. Distinguished by our attention to detail, sophisticated ease, playful nature, youthful energy and sense of humor. We consistently strive to make a powerful and colourful impact on our favourite game. We take inspiration from art, architecture, modern design, and colourful narratives. Our intent is to disrupt the industry without being disrespectful to the sport and its rich traditions.

The Senior Accessories Designer leads the design, execution, and development of G/FORE accessories, driving innovative product concepts from initial vision through commercialization. Reporting to the Lead Design Manager, this role partners closely with Merchandising, Product Development, and cross-functional teams to shape seasonal direction and deliver commercially successful, brand-right products. As both a creative leader and technical expert, this individual influences category strategy, mentors junior designers, and ensures design intent carries through to production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the end-to-end design of innovative accessories collections that align with G/FORE's premium positioning, seasonal strategy, and commercial objectives.
• Drive creative vision for the accessories category by translating consumer insights, fashion trends, and performance innovation into compelling product assortments.
• Research emerging trends, materials, construction techniques, and competitive products to identify opportunities for innovation and category growth.
• Present seasonal concepts, product strategies, color direction, and design narratives to senior leadership with confidence and clarity.
• Develop detailed technical packages, including construction details, graphics, trim callouts, and artwork to clearly communicate design intent to development partners and factories.
• Partner closely with Product Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, Production, Marketing, and Sales to deliver products that meet aesthetic, functional, quality, and margin objectives.
• Review prototype samples, providing detailed construction and aesthetic feedback to ensure products meet design intent and quality standards.
• Collaborate with product development to solve problems by balancing design integrity, manufacturability, cost, and seasonal timelines.
• Manage multiple overlapping seasonal calendars and prioritize development projects while consistently meeting key milestones and deadlines.
• Maintain seasonal line architecture and create style walls, color boards, and presentation materials for internal reviews and meetings.
• Support merchandising and sales initiatives through product storytelling, seasonal presentations, and sales meeting preparation.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Associate Designers, fostering creative growth, technical excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.

COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with PLM systems is a plus.
• Deep understanding of accessories construction, materials, sourcing, manufacturing processes, and global production.
• Strong technical knowledge of product engineering, trims, hardware, fabrication, and finishing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and senior leadership.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to independently prioritize competing deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with a balance of creativity, commercial awareness, and problem-solving capabilities.

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, Accessories Design, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in accessories design within a premium, performance, fashion, or lifestyle brand.
• Strong knowledge of global accessories trends, consumer behavior, materials innovation, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience collaborating directly with international factories and cross-functional partners.
• Golf, footwear, sport, or luxury accessories experience preferred.
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating strong creative thinking, technical execution, innovation, and commercially successful product design.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Peter Millar & G/FORE are equal opportunity employers. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and they afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE comply with applicable state, county and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.