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Sr/Director of Footwear and Accessories

Skims

Skims

Los Angeles, CA, USA
USD 180k-230k / year
Posted on Sep 4, 2025
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

Creative Leadership

  • 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.

Product Development & Strategy

  • 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.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • 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.

Operational Excellence

  • 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
  • Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Kind Body Fertility Benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Full Access to LinkedIn learning
  • Employee Discounts
Perks (HQ Location)
  • Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
  • Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
  • Free Swag Giveaways
  • Annual Holiday Party
  • Annual Summer Party
  • Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
  • Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Compensation: $180,000 - $230,000 / year