Apparel Design & Development Manager- Johnston & Murphy
GenescoNashville, Tennessee, United States
Posted April 28, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Genesco is a global footwear retailer and brand owner operating over 1,400 stores across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The company offers a diverse range of fashion and classic footwear, including its own brands and licensed products such as Levi’s, Dockers, and Bass. Genesco also sells wholesale through its Johnston & Murphy line, providing high‑quality shoes to a broader market. By blending trend‑setting styles with timeless classics, Genesco delivers both style and durability to consumers. Its extensive retail footprint and dual focus on retail and wholesale enable the company to capture a wide audience while maintaining strong brand equity.
Job Description
The Manager, Apparel Design & Product Development is responsible for fully owning the product lifecycle from initial concept through delivery, leading cross-functional partnerships and driving seasonal execution while contributing to new business initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of progressive apparel product development experience; prior management or team lead experience preferred.
- Deep knowledge of the apparel product lifecycle, including design, technical development, sourcing, costing, and production.
- Strong commercial instincts with the ability to balance trend, brand aesthetic, and business performance.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple categories and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills; able to work collaboratively with internal and external partners at all levels.
- Proven ability to build and present compelling seasonal product stories to leadership and key partners.
- Driven and solution-oriented; confident making independent decisions on complex challenges.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
