This range is provided by Fourth Floor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $190,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Our client, a leading fashion and home company, is looking for a Design Director (Accessories) - Walmart to join their team in NYC! Responsibilities: Lead the design and product development of accessories collections tailored to Walmart’s customer profile, including handbags, small leather goods, and seasonal items. Interpret Walmart’s private label brand direction and customer insights into commercially viable, trend-right products. Create and present seasonal trend direction, color palettes, and concept boards aligned with Walmart’s market needs and price points. Oversee the full design lifecycle from ideation through production – including sketching, tech packs, material sourcing, sampling, and approvals. Partner cross-functionally with merchandising, sales, sourcing, and technical design to ensure product alignment with cost, calendar, and margin requirements. Manage and mentor a team of designers and assistant designers, ensuring creative consistency and strong execution across all categories. Monitor sales performance and incorporate data-driven insights into future design strategies. Stay current on fashion, retail, and accessory market trends to ensure Walmart collections remain fresh and competitive. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Accessory Design, or related field. 8+ years of experience in design Exceptional understanding of the accessories market including materials, construction, and cost engineering. Proven ability to manage design calendars and hit development deadlines within a fast-paced environment. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), PLM systems, and Microsoft Office. Strong presentation skills and ability to effectively communicate with buyers and cross-functional teams. Creative, trend-savvy, and detail-oriented with a commercial mindset. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Design Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fourth Floor by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Design Director” roles. New York, NY $147,000.00-$205,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $147,000.00-$205,000.00 5 days ago New York, NY $180,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $130,000.00-$140,000.00 2 months ago New York, NY $121,000.00-$173,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $185,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $160,000.00-$250,000.00 3 weeks ago New York City Metropolitan Area 2 days ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$125,000.00 4 days ago New York, NY $130,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago Director, Brand Retail Design Experience - Global New York, NY $160,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY $213,000.00-$377,000.00 1 week ago Director, Brand Retail Design Experience - Global New York, NY $160,000.00-$180,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$220,000.00 2 weeks ago Jersey City, NJ $140,000.00-$200,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY $200,400.00-$333,960.00 6 days ago New York, NY $120,000.00-$180,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $120,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago Manager and Associate Creative Director, Design (GTM) New York, NY $136,000.00-$170,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $145,000.00-$235,000.00 1 week ago Jersey City, NJ $195,000.00-$215,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $170,000.00-$190,000.00 1 day ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$190,000.00 1 month ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$300,000.00 2 weeks ago New York City Metropolitan Area $173,110.00-$216,390.00 1 day ago New York, NY $145,000.00-$235,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $150,000.00-$220,000.00 1 month ago New York, NY $70,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $160,000.00-$190,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr