Product Designer

Product Designer

(On-site, Indianapolis, IN | International Travel Required)

About Westfield Outdoors

Westfield Outdoors, Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of outdoor products including furniture, tents, coolers, packs, shelters, and gear. We partner with top retailers to deliver innovative, high-quality products under both private label and our own national brands. With headquarters in Indianapolis, IN, and global sourcing and development teams throughout Asia, Westfield is uniquely positioned to drive growth in the outdoor industry.

Position Summary

The Product Designer will serve as a key contributor within the Product Development organization, responsible for driving the design and execution of softline products across our portfolio.

This role extends beyond traditional design execution and requires strong ownership of product outcomes, including alignment to cost for manufacture targets, margin expectations, and commercialization timelines. The Product Designer will play a critical role in translating product vision into manufacturable, cost-effective solutions that meet both consumer needs and business objectives.

This is a highly cross-functional role that requires close collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and global sourcing teams. The ideal candidate brings a balance of creative design capability, technical expertise, and commercial acumen, with the ability to influence product direction while ensuring disciplined execution.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design Leadership & Execution

· Lead the design and development of softline products from concept through commercialization

· Translate product requirements into innovative, manufacturable design solutions

· Own design deliverables including tech packs, specifications, and construction documentation

· Drive iteration through prototyping, sample review, and product validation

Cost & Commercial Alignment

· Design products to meet cost for manufacture targets and finished margin objectives

· Partner with Product Management and sourcing teams to balance cost, quality, and performance

· Identify cost drivers and proactively recommend design or material adjustments to meet financial goals

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work closely with Product Development, Engineering, Sales, and Asia-based manufacturing partners

· Support alignment between design intent, production capabilities, and business objectives

· Contribute to product direction through competitive analysis and consumer insights

Materials, Construction & Sourcing

· Lead material selection, textile development, trims, and component specification

· Collaborate with factories to optimize construction methods, scalability, and efficiency

· Ensure designs are production-ready and aligned with manufacturing capabilities

Execution & Accountability

· Ensure all products meet regulatory and compliance requirements

· Participate in milestone reviews and cross-functional stage gate processes

· Maintain accountability for timelines, deliverables, and overall product readiness

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field

· 5+ years of product design experience in softgoods or softlines

· Proven experience designing sewn products including technical textiles, outdoor gear, bags, seating, and shelters

· Demonstrated ability to manage products to cost for manufacture targets and finished margin requirements

· Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with strong emphasis on Illustrator

· Experience developing detailed tech packs and construction documentation

· Strong understanding of textiles, materials, pattern development, and construction techniques

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in the outdoor, camping, or performance gear industry

· Familiarity with 3D design tools such as CLO, Rhino, SolidWorks, or similar

· Experience with product testing and validation processes

· Willingness to travel internationally for product development and factory collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

· Salary range commensurate with experience

· Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off

· Opportunity to directly influence product innovation and portfolio growth