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Head Designer

Hanes Australasia Pyrmont NSW 2009

Permanent Full time
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  • Lead the design and development of Sheridan Outlet ranges.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and sustainable products.
  • Conduct market research to identify opportunities for category and brand growth.

Head Designer – Sheridan Outlet

Pyrmont | Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Designer to lead the design and product development of the Sheridan Outlet channel, playing a critical role in shaping commercially successful ranges while supporting Sheridan’s long term strategy and sustainability commitments.

This is a permanent role within the Sheridan Design team, offering the chance to lead, influence and collaborate across a highly respected and creative business.

About the Role

As Head Designer, you will oversee the design and development of seasonal and core Outlet ranges, bringing the Sheridan brand to life while meeting customer and commercial expectations.
You will lead a Design Assistant and collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver innovative and sustainable product.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of Sheridan Outlet ranges in line with seasonal direction, option plans and critical path timelines
  • Translate brand strategy into commercially viable product ranges, balancing innovation, margin, and MOQ requirements
  • Develop and communicate seasonal creative direction, trend insights and product stories from concept through to business alignment
  • Conduct market, trend and competitor research to identify opportunities for category and brand growth
  • Partner closely with Merchandise, Buying, Product Development and Sourcing to ensure successful execution from concept to production
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all product data within PLM and supporting systems
  • Actively contribute to sustainability and traceability initiatives, supporting Sheridan’s commitments

You will bring:

  • 5+ years’ experience in a senior design role, with people leadership experience
  • Strong expertise across product or textile design, including finished product development and costing
  • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
  • A strong eye for colour, fabric and global macro & micro trends
  • Proven ability to balance creative vision with commercial outcomes
  • Experience working with PLM systems and cross-functional product teams
  • A proactive, organised approach with strong communication and presentation skills

What We Offer

  • Work with an iconic Australian brand in a highly collaborative design team
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • A genuine commitment to global sustainability
  • Huge staff discounts across the Hanes portfolio (Bonds, Sheridan, Bras N Things, & more)
  • Wellness initiatives including EAP, flu shots, skin checks and on site benefits
  • “Summer Fun” days - an extra day off every fortnight during summer
  • Ongoing learning, development and leadership exposure

Cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace

 At Hanes Australasia we value an inclusive and diverse environment in line with our purpose of creating the fabric of a better life for our People and Planet. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key essential needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique experience, strengths and characteristics. We encourage you to talk to us about how we can accommodate and provide support for employees with disability, illness, or injury, including: flexible working hours, allocating minor duties to another person, assistive technologies and additional training and support. For more information please email us at ***********************

If you’re a design leader who thrives on creativity, collaboration and commercial outcomes, this is your opportunity. APPLY NOW and be part of the Sheridan story.

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Skills
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
Fabric and colour knowledge
LEADERSHIP
MICROSOFT OFFICE
PLM Systems
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
SUSTAINABILITY
TREND ANALYSIS
TREND FORECASTING

Perks & benefits
Huge staff discounts across the Hanes portfolio
Ongoing learning, development and leadership exposure
Wellness initiatives including EAP, flu shots, skin checks and on site benefits

More details
Expiring date
18 Apr 2026
Date posted
8 Apr 2026
Category
Design & Architecture
Occupation
Product Development & Design
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Hybrid work from home
Industry
Manufacturing
Sector
Publicly listed company
Company size
1000+

Hanes Australasia

Publicly listed company
Manufacturing
1000+
Company size

HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI) makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by consumers around the world for comfort, quality and value. Among the company’s iconic brands are Hanes, the leading basic apparel brand in the United States. Bonds, which is setting new standards for design and sustainability; Maidenform, America’s number one shapewear brand; and Bali, America’s number one bra brand. HBI employs 48,000 associates in 29 countries and has built a strong reputation for workplace quality and ethical business practices. The company, a longtime leader in sustainability, has set aggressive 2030 goals to improve the lives of people, protect the planet and produce sustainable products. HBI is building on its unmatched strengths to unlock its #FullPotential and deliver long-term growth that benefits all of its stakeholders.

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